Sydney's Cat Sitting
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I'm Sydney

A cat sitter in Rochester, NY

5.00/5.00
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You aren't charged until Sydney confirms your request. Cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the reservation begins for a 100% refund.

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I'm Sydney | Cat Sitting in Rochester, NY

I’ve owned cats for over 20 years. My experience includes bottle feeding kittens, taming strays, providing slow introductions, and of course playing with and caring for cats. I spent over a decade volunteering at animal shelters where I cleaned cages and cared for sick cats. I’m able to give medications ( ointments, pills, or injections). I’m also accustomed to caring...

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What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?

I’ve been cat sitting for about 5 years, although I volunteered in animal shelters long before that. I’ve primarily cat sat for friends, coming daily or twice daily to provide food & water, clean litter boxes, and play with their cats. I’ve also cat sat timid cats who at first preferred to stay under the couch while I was there. With these kitties I brought a book and just sat on the floor a few feet away, with some of their favorite treats. I let them approach me and decide on their terms whether they wanted to interact.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have two cats, they’re names are Corona and Foxy. Corona is a Turkish Angora and Foxy is a Turkish Angora mix who comes from a rescue in Egypt.

What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?

I like to do a home visit to meet with them and their cat. While there I get a rundown of the cat’s normal routine and where everything is located. I get all vet information, who to contact in the case of an emergency and anything else that may be pertinent. During this visit I also observe how the cat interacts with their person and get an idea of their personality. I’ll ask about their favorite toys and treats and what they’re allowed to have or not have.

Sydney's Reviews

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Sydney is a background-checked cat sitter in the Rochester area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.

June 2, 2025
Patrick

Great with both my cats, even the skittish one! Sends photos from every visit.

June 2, 2025
Cody

Syd has been a huge help whenever I've needed someone to look after my cat, Vin, while I'm out of town. It's a relief that I can go on vacation, knowing that someone compassionate is watching Vin and making sure that she doesn't get too stressed with my absence.

June 2, 2025
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Sydney's Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications

  • Foster Parent
  • Shelter Volunteer

Transportation

  • Car

Medication Experience

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

Each Visit Includes

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

Cancellation Policy

Customers may cancel within 24 hours of making their reservation and receive a 100% refund and the sitter will not receive any earnings. After the first 24 hours, the following cancellation rules apply:

Customers will receive a 100% refund to their Account Balance if they cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the start date of the reservation and the sitter will not receive any earnings.

Customers will receive a 50% refund and the sitter will earn 50% of their planned earnings if the customer cancels between 24-48 hours of the start of the reservation.

No refund will be issued within 24 hours of the reservation and the sitter will keep 100% of their planned earnings.

The Meowtel Promise & Satisfaction Guarantee

We are proud to provide each of our independently-contracted Meowtel cat sitters with the full benefits of our Meowtel Promise on eligible reservations. For reservations where each visit is at or above $20 and paid for through Meowtel, your cat(s) will automatically be covered under our insurance policy in the event that things don't go as planned.

If you are not fully satisfied with your sitter after the Meet & Greet or during the reservation, please call 1-844-636-9835 so we can help you re-book with a new sitter to ensure we can deliver on our purrfect hospitality promise.

Frequently Asked Questions

Rochester cat sitting rates will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $22.00. Prices will also depend on how long your cat needs company for, whether that be a drop-in visit or overnight stay in your home. Meowtel sitters offer 20, 45, and 60-minute drop-in visits that allow for fully tailored care for your kitties. Your caregiver may also need to charge a little more if they have to travel far, so we'll match you with the best options which are close by.

Every Meowtel cat sitter has been thoroughly vetted, background-checked, and is insured through Meowtel on eligible reservations via our Meowtel Promise. To ensure total peace of mind while you're away, every Meowtel reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you (and your kitties!) can have full confidence in 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 for your kitties. This is why Meowtel was created, so tailored in-home care is brought to you.

We recommend that you book daily visits with your sitter to keep your cats in their routine and to help minimize feline anxiety while you're away.

Each Meowtel cat sitting visit will include the whole 9 yards: feeding, refreshing the water bowls, litter box scooping, tidying up, medications, updates with photos, lots of playtime, as well as any special requests you may have. We know every kitty is different and that's why we offer tailored, in-home services since cats don't do well outside their own homes. Plus, every reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you can meet your sitter before you leave to ensure it will be a purrfect fit.

Sydney's Cat Sitting
5.00 • 3 reviewsFrom $20.00