I'm Sarah

Sarah The Kitty Charmer

4.98
164 Reviews
< 15 mins Response Time
47 Repeat clients
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Meowtel provides customer support 365 days a year to help cat parents feel informed and supported at every step - including before a reservation is made.

In-home cat sitting visits typically include:

Litter box cleaning
Feeding
Water refresh
A text update with at least 1 photo
Playtime and belly rubs

Sarah is experienced with 2 types of medications

Eye/Ear Drops Inhalers

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Sarah The Kitty Charmer

I'm Sarah

Cat Sitting in New York, NY

I would love to be the one to give your kitties all of the affection and care they need in your absence, as I am a cat mama myself and absolutely know the apprehension about having to be parted from your fur babies! (I still get anxious about leaving her.) I worked for a reputable cat sitting agency for a long while, but now am a part-time personal assistant. I miss getting to meet and spend time with the cats of NYC however (I’ve met all kinds!), and am interested in getting that back into my life! I am a diehard “cat person”, always have been, although I love all animals really... I would love to be the one to give your kitties all of the affection and care they need in your absence, as I am a cat mama myself and absolutely know the apprehension about having to be parted from your fur babies! (I still get anxious about leaving her.) I worked for a reputable cat sitting agency for a long while, but now am a part-time personal assistant. I miss getting to meet and spend time with the cats of NYC however (I’ve met all kinds!), and am interested in getting that back into my life! I am a diehard “cat person”, always have been, although I love all animals really. I also am a Meowtel client myself, so I’ve definitely been on the other side of this! (Meowtel rocks!)

My own sweet kitty, Willow, is very much on the shy side and it took a lot of time initially to gain her trust, so I know all about how that goes. I have also taken care of many other shy cats and find that with time, patience, and a calm, quiet, soothing presence, great friendships can be formed. I will meet your kitties on their terms and not push them into any interactions, but I do love to encourage playtime if they are game!

Update: I am no longer at my day job and can do morning visits during weekdays again!!

I live in Hamilton Heights, so uptown clients are ideal, but am happy to travel to you via the subway if you are in Manhattan (I am no longer accepting new clients in Brooklyn)! Let me know where you are and I’ll see if we can make it work.

Please reach out to me, and we can discuss your needs!

Learn More About Sarah

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I genuinely adore cats, and am constantly learning from and about them! They really do have such distinct personalities. For me, there is no greater honor than winning the acceptance/trust/love of a cat!

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

The beautiful tuxedo kitty in my photos is my darling Willow.

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?

I would say to find someone who seems calm, attentive, and above all responsible, and also is just pleasant to interact with.

Are you usually available during holidays?

I am! One of the upsides of not usually going anywhere for Thanksgiving or Christmas is getting to spend the holidays with lots of sweet kitties!

How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?

I try to be as gentle and soothing as possible, and give them whatever time and space they may need to get accustomed to my presence. Silence and stillness alone can do a lot in helping a shy kitty feel more comfortable initially approaching me!


Medication Experience:

Eye/Ear Drops Inhalers

4.98
164 reviews
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Attention to Detail
5.0
Communication
4.9
Tidiness
Stephen

Stephen

This month

Sarah did a week of twice-aily visits for our cat while we were away. Everything went very smoothly - pre-visit meet-and-greet, clear and timely communications, plenty of pictures while we were gone. Thanks!

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Lisa

Lisa

September 25, 2025

once again, Sarah helped care for my three cats so much that they ignored me when I got home! The true sign of a cat whisperer!

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Catherine

Catherine

September 29, 2025

Sarah was fantastic with our geriatric cats! She communicated well and provided great pictures of our fur babies! I would gladly use her again if the situation arises. I can tell my babies were very well taken care of!

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Elizabeth

Elizabeth

April 13, 2025

Unfortunately, I honestly don’t know if I could recommend Sarah as a cat sitter. She was very responsive and brought in my packages which was very nice of her. On the other hand, almost every day the updates she sent me were from my own bed. Maybe it’s the New Yorker in me, but a stranger laying (yes, laying down) on my bed with their outside clothes on and potentially shoes makes me uncomfortable, but she was taking care of my cat and had full access to my home so I didn’t feel comfortable saying anything. Additionally, I came home (1 day after her last day of care) to completely empty food and water bowls. I always leave a second big bowl of food and of water out when I travel—that I explicitly told her about, sharing that I worry my cat will not have access to what he needs—and those were empty and bone dry as well. Finally, his litter was everywhere when I returned, not a huge deal, but it was much more than would just be from him jumping from his box. She was observant of my cat and that he had thrown up mid way through my travels which I appreciate, but the lack of boundaries and coming home to 4 completely empty bowls where food and water should be was quite shocking to me. I had never truly felt the need to get a pet camera and monitor my cat’s care while I was away until now.

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Response from Sarah

I am so sorry you weren’t completely happy with my work, this is honestly my first ever negative review so I’m a little surprised! Will send you a message now.

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Camille

Camille

October 28, 2024

Sarah was incredible!! My two boys absolutely loved her 😻. She was able to get my shy guy, Meatball, to come out of his shell and made sure he got equal loving, scritches, and treats as his more social brother. Sarah sent amazing photos and gave me super thorough updates. I would HIGHLY recommend booking Sarah to sit your fur children.

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Lily

Lily

July 15, 2025

Sarah did a great job! My cat is usually very shy and anxious around strangers but she came out for Sarah. Sarah also did a great job communicating before my trip and during each visit and I felt very comfortable leaving my cat under her care. Thanks so much!

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Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits

Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$35.00 / 20min
$51.00 / 45min
$68.00 / 60min
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Drop in visits rates

$35.00 / 20min
$51.00 / 45min
$68.00 / 60min
Calendar updated today

Sarah's is 30%

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Sarah's Holiday Surcharge Applies
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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.

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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!

4.98
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