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Lydia is experienced with 2 types of medications
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I'm Lydia
Cat Sitting in Schenectady, NY
I am in the Schenectady area but am willing to travel about 30 min to Troy/Albany etc or anywhere as needed. I am available for morning and evening care on weekdays (before 9 am, after 4pm) and anytime on weekends.
I've been a cat lover and owner my whole life. I currently have two of my own, Benny and Sam, a spicy ginger and a tabby kitten. Dealt with all ages including kitten and senior cat care. Special diets, declawed, shy cats I am very familiar with... Hi! I cannot wait to take care of your cats and go the extra mile to make them as comfortable as possible!
I am in the Schenectady area but am willing to travel about 30 min to Troy/Albany etc or anywhere as needed. I am available for morning and evening care on weekdays (before 9 am, after 4pm) and anytime on weekends.
I've been a cat lover and owner my whole life. I currently have two of my own, Benny and Sam, a spicy ginger and a tabby kitten. Dealt with all ages including kitten and senior cat care. Special diets, declawed, shy cats I am very familiar with. My cats are treated like my children and I guarantee yours would be given all the attention they need and deserve. I have no problems taking care of messes (hairball/litterbox accident) or dealing with medication/special treatment. I have had very shy and very attentive cats in my life and feel confident to be mindful of all cat personalties!
I've always felt closer to animals than people and I truly love interacting and taking care of them. I look forward to providing your cat with top tier care while you are away and am excited to build connections with them!
Pictures and updates are guaranteed!
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Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?
I was cat sitting two female adult cats-one very friendly and outgoing, and one very shy that came from a bad home life. The shy cat was rigidly stuck to a corner above the owners kitchen cabinets. I would have to feed her on top of the fridge and make sure the other cat did not eat her food. By the 3rd day of sitting, the shy cat got comfortable enough to eat in front of me and began playing and slowly sniffing me. I was able to open up her personality and was so thrilled that she let me in. She now no longer stays up in that corner.
What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?
I like to give a bit of background on my experience with cats and general personality. Then ask for a rundown of where all the important things are and if there are any special needs/preferences the cats like. Then I usually ask for contact preferences and anything else I may need to know about keeping their home/pets safe while they're away
Are you usually available during holidays?
Yes-I typically stay in the area over holidays. I will usually pick one of the two major holidays to leave (Thanksgiving or Christmas) for a couple of days to see family.
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Lydia is experienced with 2 types of medications
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Edward
This month
Lydia was exceptional. She was very attentive to our kitty, arrived when she said she would and sent us photos with each visit. She met us at our house before our trip. We highly recommend Lydia for anyone's cat sitting needs.
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Catherine
June 9, 2026
Lydia took amazing care of our kittos! She let us know how they were doing each day and sent several pictures that were absolutely adorable. Kal and Rax both looked very comfortable with her while we were gone and they took to her immediately (even our shy guy Kal) during the meet and greet. It was a relief knowing they were in great hands while we were on vacation. We'll be booking again for future travel!
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Jennifer
June 1, 2026
Lydia was great with waffles :) she sent lots of pictures and gave a full update each day. One thing I really appreciated were the photos she sent of waffles eating her food, because when i go on trips waffles often throws tantrums and goes on a hunger strike. She didn’t this time though (lol) which I know is in part to her vibing with Lydia so well. Thanks again!
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Jennifer
June 1, 2026
Lydia took great care of our two cats while we were away on vacation. She provided us with numerous pictures each day and updates on how they were doing. It was a huge relief that Lydia ensured they had plenty of food and fresh water, a clean box, and playtime and attention each day.
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Matt
January 25, 2026
Lydia was amazing. she connected with our anti-social cat immediately to the point he was excited to see her every day. she was communicative, prompt, and utter trustworthy. our little guy has a new friend!! we will happily retain for all future trips.
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Charles
April 16, 2026
Lydia treated our cats great during our 5 day trip! Everything that needed to be done was. Lots of photos and communication from her! Highly recommend Lydia and we will have her take care of our fur babies again on our next trip!!
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Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Lydia's is 35%
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
Lydia's holiday surcharge is 35%.
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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.
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.
Schenectady cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $33.00. 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
Edward
This month
Lydia was exceptional. She was very attentive to our kitty, arrived when she said she would and sent us photos with each visit. She met us at our house before our trip. We highly recommend Lydia for anyone's cat sitting needs.
Catherine
June 9, 2026
Lydia took amazing care of our kittos! She let us know how they were doing each day and sent several pictures that were absolutely adorable. Kal and Rax both looked very comfortable with her while we were gone and they took to her immediately (even our shy guy Kal) during the meet and greet. It was a relief knowing they were in great hands while we were on vacation. We'll be booking again for future travel!
Jennifer
June 1, 2026
Lydia was great with waffles :) she sent lots of pictures and gave a full update each day. One thing I really appreciated were the photos she sent of waffles eating her food, because when i go on trips waffles often throws tantrums and goes on a hunger strike. She didn’t this time though (lol) which I know is in part to her vibing with Lydia so well. Thanks again!
Jennifer
June 1, 2026
Lydia took great care of our two cats while we were away on vacation. She provided us with numerous pictures each day and updates on how they were doing. It was a huge relief that Lydia ensured they had plenty of food and fresh water, a clean box, and playtime and attention each day.
Matt
January 25, 2026
Lydia was amazing. she connected with our anti-social cat immediately to the point he was excited to see her every day. she was communicative, prompt, and utter trustworthy. our little guy has a new friend!! we will happily retain for all future trips.
Charles
April 16, 2026
Lydia treated our cats great during our 5 day trip! Everything that needed to be done was. Lots of photos and communication from her! Highly recommend Lydia and we will have her take care of our fur babies again on our next trip!!
Charles
This week
We went away to St Augustine 9/6-9/10.. Lydia did a great job taking care of our 6 kitties! Will definitely use her again!
Phil
January 7, 2026
Lydia was great. Very communicative and made us feel at ease leaving her in charge of our ktty friends
Wendy
This month
Very attentive to our furbabies, and sincere love of animals was apparent.
Matt
July 21, 2026
Lydia is amazing. Our little guy loves her and so do we. she is utterly reliable and wonderful.
Maria
July 18, 2026
Amanda
June 13, 2026
Matt
May 23, 2026
Amanda
May 3, 2026
Lydia was very patient with our shy cat.
Matt
March 10, 2026
Lydia is super! Highly reliable, diligent, and the only human other than us our little pal likes.
Lori
July 1, 2025
Lydia took great care of my cats.
Katherine
June 13, 2025
Ellen
May 26, 2025
Maria
May 12, 2025
Sanjna
March 12, 2025
I think Lydia is excellent as she has multiple years of experience both for her personal cats and her clients. She is reliable and very communicative. She will triple check what food to give what cat, play with them, clean the litter box, and groom them. When I travel I do not have stress because I know I can trust Lydia with my cats and belongings. She is a very compassionate person towards all animals and ensures that all their needs are met before leaving. She also drives half an hour both ways to take care of my cats which I am very appreciative of. Lydia would make an excellent pet sitter.
Alex
March 12, 2025
Lydia is an extremely devoted and caring cat lover and I would trust her with my most precious babies any day! She is intelligent and detail-oriented (she has a PhD!) and very kind and loving with the little kitties.
Meowtel
March 12, 2025
Lydia is a background-checked cat sitter in the Schenectady area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.