I'm Alyssa
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I'm Alyssa
Cat Sitting in Staten Island, NY
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What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
I enjoy seeing the cats go from shy to showing their full personalities within days! It’s understandable that they might be scared and weary of strangers being in their home, so it’s an amazing and unique experience seeing them come out and show who they truly are. 😊
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have a cat and her name is Autumn. She is an 8 years old domestic shorthair. She lives with me in my dorm room in college.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?
Meet and greets are SO important for both the owners and the cats. It gives a sense of who the sitter is and how they are with your cat!
How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?
I would make sure firstly that the doors and windows are closed (unless there’s a screen for air) and locked so the cat doesn’t escape. I will also make sure that before I leave the cat has been fed, has enough water, litter is clean, and had playtime as that’s important.
What is your favorite cat toy?
I love the cat toy wands because it lets you bond with your cat! You can see how they are when playing. You can also adjust the movements, like going fast or slow. You can also control the playtime so that the cat won’t get too overworked!
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
I usually give them space and let them come to me if they want to. I will NEVER force a timid or anxious cat to interact with me if they’re not comfortable. I would take care of them the same way that I would take care of any cat.
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Alyssa is experienced with 1 type of medications
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Victoria
August 3, 2026
Alyssa was right on target, always providing throrough updates, detailed messages and pictures. She asked clarifying questions and spent time playing with the boys. I appreciate Alyssa’s services!
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Janos
July 23, 2026
This was our second time with Alyssa, and the first time she stayed overnight. She was very communicative, and great at solving problems as they came up. Would definitely recommend to other pet owners!
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Thank you, Janos! It was great working with you and the kitties again!
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Richard
May 14, 2026
Alyssa was excellent with my 4 cats.She took really good care of them,and spent extra time playing with them.I will definitely be using Alyssa as my sitter going forward for sure.
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Sharon
June 16, 2026
An absolute godsend - Alyssa knows so much about cats and took such good care of my babies. Would use again!
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Meowtel
March 23, 2026
Alyssa is a background-checked cat sitter in the Staten Island area. Their profile has been verified by Meowtel.
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Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Alyssa's is 5%
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
These are the date ranges in 2027 to which the holiday surcharge applies:
- January 1-4: New Year's 2027
- January 15-21: MLK Day
- February 12-18: Presidents Day
- May 28-June 3: Memorial Day
- June 16-22: Juneteenth
- July 1-7: July 4th
- September 3-9: Labor Day
- October 8-14: Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day
- November 8-14: Veterans Day
- November 22-28: Thanksgiving
- December 22-28: Christmas
- December 29-31: New Year's 2028
Alyssa's holiday surcharge is 5%.
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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.
Staten Island 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 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
Victoria
August 3, 2026
Alyssa was right on target, always providing throrough updates, detailed messages and pictures. She asked clarifying questions and spent time playing with the boys. I appreciate Alyssa’s services!
Response from Alyssa
Thank you, Victoria!
Janos
July 23, 2026
This was our second time with Alyssa, and the first time she stayed overnight. She was very communicative, and great at solving problems as they came up. Would definitely recommend to other pet owners!
Response from Alyssa
Thank you, Janos! It was great working with you and the kitties again!
Richard
May 14, 2026
Alyssa was excellent with my 4 cats.She took really good care of them,and spent extra time playing with them.I will definitely be using Alyssa as my sitter going forward for sure.
Response from Alyssa
Thank you so much, Richard! They were so sweet 😊
Sharon
June 16, 2026
An absolute godsend - Alyssa knows so much about cats and took such good care of my babies. Would use again!
Response from Alyssa
Thank you, Sharon! I absolutely loved your babies! 🐈⬛
Meowtel
March 23, 2026
Alyssa is a background-checked cat sitter in the Staten Island area. Their profile has been verified by Meowtel.