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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

Ilana is experienced with 6 types of medications

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

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Cat Lover Seeks Cats

I'm Ilana

Cat Sitting in South Salem, NY

Your favorite cat’s favorite cat sitter. I have over 20 years of cat care and rescue experience, specializing in caring for senior cats, medically high maintenance fur babes of all types, emotionally high maintenance fur babes of all types, and kittens. I am experienced with semi feral cats, rescue animals, anxious anim... Your favorite cat’s favorite cat sitter. I have over 20 years of cat care and rescue experience, specializing in caring for senior cats, medically high maintenance fur babes of all types, emotionally high maintenance fur babes of all types, and kittens. I am experienced with semi feral cats, rescue animals, anxious animals, shy animals, and other uniquely complicated animals who have detailed GRWM routines. Skilled in administering medication, speciality diets and feedings, playing, and cuddling. High priority for senior cats. I am attentive to the individual needs and personalities of every cat and i can’t wait to get to know yours!

Learn More About Ilana

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

I have been caring for cats for over 20 years. I began in cat rescue, doing colony feedings, TNR and rehabilitation and homing. I have extensive experience with senior cats and cats with medical needs.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have four furbabies. Their names are Nyx, Nox, Neptune, and Ody. I rescued Ody in 2015 from a street colony in Brooklyn, and Nyx, Nox and Neptune are littermates adopted together in 2022.

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

If possible I prefer an in-home visit or a home video with a new client in order to meet the cat and get a walk-through of the cat’s world.

Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Injections / Diabetic Management Subcutaneous Fluids Inhalers
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Meowtel

May 2, 2026

Ilana is a background-checked cat sitter in the South Salem area. Their profile has been verified by Meowtel.

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$23.00 / 20min
$34.00 / 45min
$44.50 / 60min
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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.

South Salem cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $23.00. 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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