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The Cat Listener With Cara Lily

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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

Cara is experienced with 4 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Injections / Diabetic Management

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The Cat Listener With Cara Lily

I'm Cara

Cat Sitting in New York, NY

Hi, My name is Cara and, my other job is being an Elementary School teacher. So, patience and being a good listener are some traits I will bring to being your Cat Sitter.

A couple years ago I inherited my sister's beautiful Maine Coon boys. I have had a passion ever since in everything Cat. It was a big learning curve in understanding everything about caring for them. In the process, I have learned so much and I feel qualified to share this with caring for other furr...
Hi, My name is Cara and, my other job is being an Elementary School teacher. So, patience and being a good listener are some traits I will bring to being your Cat Sitter.

A couple years ago I inherited my sister's beautiful Maine Coon boys. I have had a passion ever since in everything Cat. It was a big learning curve in understanding everything about caring for them. In the process, I have learned so much and I feel qualified to share this with caring for other furry friends.

After a couple years of having amazing cat sitters looking after Oliver and Wyatt, I know how I felt when I got daily photo updates and check-ins. This along with being a good listener will be my top priority. Also, Oliver and Wyatt have very different personalities. Oliver is very shy, nervous and Wyatt is very confident and friendly. I think it is important to know the differences on how to approach and care for the different needs of our furry friends.


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Injections / Diabetic Management

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126 reviews
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Ying Yu

Ying Yu

December 27, 2025

Cara took gentle and attentive care of our new kitty pumpkin. He required a little extra maintenance because it was our first time being away from him and he was quite lonely. She was very easy to communicate with and went the extra mile with him. I couldn’t ask for a better sitter!

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Romany

Romany

January 4, 2026

Cara was wonderful! She took great care of my babies and send me regular, detailed updates with lots of photos. Easy to communicate with and very responsive.

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Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
Han

Han

March 12, 2026

The perfect cat sitter! Goose was in great hands while I was away for a business trip. Even learned he loves butt scratches (only been petting). Thank you Cara!

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Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
Tori

Tori

May 12, 2025

Cara was an amazing catsitter! She had great attention to detail, provided in depth updates and quick responses, and was very patient and empathetic when our cat got spooked at home. I also appreciated how she was transparent with any scheduling conflicts before accepting the reservation. All around great experience with Cara!

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Suzanne

Suzanne

This month

Cara was the best cat sitter I have ever had. From the beginning of my time away, I could tell that my 2 kitties were happy (as she sent photos and detailed updates daily :-). She went above and beyond in every way. I couldn't recommend her highly enough!

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Nicole

Nicole

December 30, 2025

Cara did a great job with my cat, Juna!! Juna ate well, was eager to greet her each day, and loved playing with her!! It was a relief to know that she was in good hands while I was away.

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Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits

Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$33.00 / 20min
$46.00 / 45min
$64.00 / 60min

Overnight stay rate

$100.50 / Overnight
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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 $29.00. 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 free 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 free Meet & Greet!

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126 reviews
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Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)