I'm Valerie
Cat Lover
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Valerie is experienced with 3 types of medications
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I'm Valerie
Cat Sitting in New York, NY
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What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
I’ve been a cat sitter for 5+ years, helping neighbors, friends, and strangers out with their cats, whether they’re away for a weekend or a few weeks.
What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
I love getting to know each cat. No cat is the same and that is so special! I like gaining their trust and making them feel safe while their pet parent is away.
Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?
I was caring for two special sibling cats. They were so playful and energetic! I loved watching them play with each other and gradually open up to me. It was also so fun to see how different their personalities were from each other!
What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?
I like to ask how you want me to keep in touch during your time away. Do you prefer a brief update every day with photos or only want me to reach out if there’s an issue? I don’t want you to feel inundated by updates if you don’t need them! I also want you to know that your cats are in safe hands.
What is your favorite cat toy?
Laser pointer! It’s so much fun to surprise the cats with and get them exploring. I also like a classic fishing line toy.
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
I like to give them space and let them come to me. It’s also totally okay if the cat would rather hide while I refill the food and water and clean the litter box. I am a no-pressure kind of sitter, especially if a kitty is anxious!
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Valerie is experienced with 3 types of medications
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Carmela
May 4, 2026
Professional and a true cat lover, Valerie followed all instructions and kept the cat feeding and litter area very clean. My two cats loved her, particularly Nala who is choosy and can tell who a true cat person is. Valerie passed Nala’s test. Bravo! I will for sure use Valerie again and again.
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Carmela
June 21, 2026
Second time to book Valerie for more than a week. Always a great job sticking to feeding instructions and keeping the place tidy. I will book Valerie again and again.
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Nataly
April 2, 2026
Valerie took excellent care of my two cats and was very communicative.
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Carmela
May 7, 2026
Lydia
April 30, 2026
Valerie was super pleasant and did great taking care of my Miss Kitty. Communication was seamless and my girl was happy when I got home. Would definitely recommend Valerie as a catsitter.
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Courtney
March 25, 2026
Service Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Valerie's is 30%
Holiday Surcharge
Due to high demand during holidays, sitters on Meowtel have the option to set their own holiday price increase, which can be found in the rates section of their profiles. If your reservation falls within three (3) days before and/or after a federal holiday, or on the holiday itself, a holiday surcharge, determined by your sitter, will be added to your reservation.
These are the date ranges in 2026 to which the holiday surcharge applies:
- January 1-4: New Year's 2026
- January 16-22: MLK Day
- February 13-19: Presidents Day
- May 22-28: Memorial Day
- June 16-22: Juneteenth
- July 1-7: July 4th
- September 4-10: Labor Day
- October 9-15: Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day
- November 8-14: Veterans Day
- November 23-29: Thanksgiving
- December 22-28: Christmas
- December 29-31: New Year's 2027
Valerie's holiday surcharge is 30%.
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Trust & Safety
Every reservation is backed by the Meowtel Promise, giving you and your cat world-class customer support every step of the way.
If it doesn't feel like the right fit at the Meet & Greet, or if you have any concerns during the reservation, please call 1-844-MEOWTEL (1-844-636-9835) so we can help you re-book with another sitter.
Veterans Day is coming up soon (November 11th, 2026)
Cat sitters on Meowtel are usually pretty busy, don't forget to book your sitter!
Frequently Asked Questions
Reservations officially begin at 12:00 AM in the sitter's time zone on the start date. Cat Parents may cancel within 24 hours of booking and receive a full refund, as long as the reservation has not yet started. After the first 24 hours, the following cancellation rules apply:
- More than 48 hours before the reservation start date: Full refund. The sitter will not receive any earnings.
- 24–48 hours before the reservation start date: 50% refund. The sitter will earn 50% of their planned earnings.
- Within 24 hours of the reservation start date (or after it has begun): No refund. The sitter will earn 100% of their planned earnings.
All refunds are initially applied to the Cat Parent's Meowtel Account Balance for use toward a future reservation or tip. Funds may be returned to the original payment method at any time.
Meowtel is a marketplace that connects cat parents with independent sitters. For eligible reservations booked and paid for through Meowtel, the Meowtel Promise explains how we support cat parents if something unexpected comes up.
If it doesn't feel like a purrfect fit after a Meet & Greet or during a reservation, our support team is here to help at 1-844-Meowtel (1-844-636-9835). We'll take time to understand what happened and help you consider next steps, which could include help with a new reservation.
New York cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $31.00. Prices depend on visit duration (20, 45, or 60 minutes) and whether you need drop-in visits or overnight stays.
Every cat sitter on Meowtel completes a background check. Ask your sitter about a Meet & Greet so you (and your kitties!) can feel comfortable with your sitter before you leave.
Cats are territorial animals and don't do well in new environments. The presence of other cats, dogs, and even birds in kennels or animal hotels cause an immense amount of stress. This is why Meowtel was created, so tailored in-home care is brought to you.
We recommend booking daily visits to keep your cats in their routine and help minimize feline anxiety while you're away.
Each visit typically includes: feeding, refreshing water bowls, litter box scooping, tidying up, medications, updates with photos, lots of playtime, and any special requests. Ask your sitter about a Meet & Greet!
Rating breakdown
Carmela
May 4, 2026
Professional and a true cat lover, Valerie followed all instructions and kept the cat feeding and litter area very clean. My two cats loved her, particularly Nala who is choosy and can tell who a true cat person is. Valerie passed Nala’s test. Bravo! I will for sure use Valerie again and again.
Carmela
June 21, 2026
Second time to book Valerie for more than a week. Always a great job sticking to feeding instructions and keeping the place tidy. I will book Valerie again and again.
Nataly
April 2, 2026
Valerie took excellent care of my two cats and was very communicative.
Carmela
May 7, 2026
Lydia
April 30, 2026
Valerie was super pleasant and did great taking care of my Miss Kitty. Communication was seamless and my girl was happy when I got home. Would definitely recommend Valerie as a catsitter.
Courtney
March 25, 2026
Meowtel
January 27, 2026
Valerie is a background-checked cat sitter in the New York area. Their profile has been verified by Meowtel.