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I'm Pinky
Cat Sitting in Staten Island, NY
Planning your well-deserved vacation or need a getaway trip from all your responsibilities even if it means to leave your lovely cats for a short while?
I'm here to help! I am a pet mom of 2 cats and 2 dogs: Kina, Ollie, Dominique, and Arlo.
Kina, my senior cat, is 17 years old and she loves to lounge around. Ollie, my 2nd cat, is 11 years old, and loves to play as well as cuddle... Let me love your cats so that I can save money from constantly going to cat cafés..
Planning your well-deserved vacation or need a getaway trip from all your responsibilities even if it means to leave your lovely cats for a short while?
I'm here to help! I am a pet mom of 2 cats and 2 dogs: Kina, Ollie, Dominique, and Arlo.
Kina, my senior cat, is 17 years old and she loves to lounge around. Ollie, my 2nd cat, is 11 years old, and loves to play as well as cuddle.
I love animals and would love to take care of your animal family members too! I grew up with 3 dogs, so I always had animals to take care of since I was a kid growing up in Queens, New York.
Every time I travel (which is not often) I miss my little animals, so I understand how pet owners feel when they need to be away. I can make sure your cats are in safe hands with my direct care and provide you with all the updates you would want with lots of pictures and videos at your request.
I like to keep things clean and so your litter box will cause no worries for me. I can tackle any kitty's mess. A clean kitty is a happy and healthy kitty. I also love to play with and have cuddle time with cats, leave it to me.
So, when can I meet your cats?
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What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
Cats have so many different personalities. I love getting to know new cats and befriending them. They are just incredibly adorable and interesting!
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have two cats. One named Kina, she's 17 years old and another named Ollivander or Ollie for short, he's 11 years old. They were both given to me by my friends because of their new life transitions. I fell in love with cats after taking care of Kina first. As I grow older, I find myself becoming more of a cat person and relate to them far more now.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?
Ask questions. Speak your mind especially during the meet and greet. We as cat sitters want to make sure you're comfortable in hiring us and are not afraid to provide answers!
What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?
I enjoy getting to know cat parents. I am open to answering any questions. I pride myself in being proactive and efficient in responding in time. Typically, we will schedule a meet and greet so we can discuss expectations and I can meet your cat(s).
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
I give them space and time! I can still love them from afar, we don't need to be touching haha!
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
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Gabrielle
March 3, 2026
Pinky is a wonderful cat sitter, I am so grateful to have found her! She is a tried and true cat expert and able to handle complicated instructions related to medications, multi-cat households, twice a day visits and other sensitive needs. During our recent trip, she really went above and beyond. Not only did she send very thorough updates with full details about what she did during the visit, she also brought in our mail, washed some dishes and took the batteries out of a broken smoke detector that started beeping while we were gone. In a very sweet gesture, she also left us a small gift and thoughtful card for the baby we're expecting. Leaving my cats behind when traveling is really hard and I always worry so much about their well being, especially given their health concerns, but after this experience, I know they're in good hands with Pinky. Good help is truly hard to find and I feel lucky to have found her!! I would definitely book her again and already have 🙂
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Jacqueline
March 3, 2026
Pinky worked hard to provide me with daily updates, including pictures and videos which was so nice. It means a lot to have peace of mind while you’re traveling knowing your pet is safe and cared for. She was meticulous in her care of my cat, Chester. Will absolutely be using her services again, she was extremely trustworthy.
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Susan
August 26, 2025
Pinky is wonderful to our cats and home! We have a somewhat cynical older cat who pinky won over!
Read moreResponse from Pinky
Hahaa aaw your cats are amazing!! thank you for the positive feedback!!
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Brandy
August 12, 2025
Pinky is amazing, I was nervous leaving my cat alone for the first time but she provided so much peace of mind and took beyond good care of my cat. He’s not skiddish usually but does take him a while to warm up to new people. He warmed up to Pinky super quickly!! I think Pinky just has a way about her that makes him comfortable (making me comfortable in return). She took care of all my asks and then some, 10/10 would recommend Pinky if you want to feel at ease leaving your kitty.
Read moreResponse from Pinky
Wow, thank you so much for your kind words, Brandy! I'm so glad to have gained both your comfortabilities hehe. Your kitty was super chill!!
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Susan
May 3, 2025
Pinky was the best cat sitter we could ask for! My shy cats loved her, 1 of them even blocked Pinky from leaving! She plays with them and gives them the attention they want and need. She’s also very conscientious about our home, brought in mail and took care of things we needed. She really kept our minds at ease!!
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Lauren
July 14, 2024
Pinky is amazing as always. She feeds my cats, gives them fresh water, deals with the litter, and plays with them. She keeps me updated and sends me awesome photos and videos. But she also goes above and beyond. I had a carbon monoxide detector start beeping while I was away, due to a low battery. Pinky figured out how to dismantle it, went out and bought new batteries for it, and replaced the batteries for me. She takes out the garbage, vacuums up cat litter, takes in Amazon packages, and so much more. I wouldn’t trust my cats or my home with anyone else.
Read moreResponse from Pinky
Thank you again, Lauren! Anything to make sure your cats are in their nice and quiet sanctuary!!
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Drop in visits rates
Pinky's is 50%
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
Pinky's holiday surcharge is 50%.
Drop in visits rates
Pinky's is 60%
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
Pinky's holiday surcharge is 60%.
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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 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!
Rating breakdown
Gabrielle
March 3, 2026
Pinky is a wonderful cat sitter, I am so grateful to have found her! She is a tried and true cat expert and able to handle complicated instructions related to medications, multi-cat households, twice a day visits and other sensitive needs. During our recent trip, she really went above and beyond. Not only did she send very thorough updates with full details about what she did during the visit, she also brought in our mail, washed some dishes and took the batteries out of a broken smoke detector that started beeping while we were gone. In a very sweet gesture, she also left us a small gift and thoughtful card for the baby we're expecting. Leaving my cats behind when traveling is really hard and I always worry so much about their well being, especially given their health concerns, but after this experience, I know they're in good hands with Pinky. Good help is truly hard to find and I feel lucky to have found her!! I would definitely book her again and already have 🙂
Jacqueline
March 3, 2026
Pinky worked hard to provide me with daily updates, including pictures and videos which was so nice. It means a lot to have peace of mind while you’re traveling knowing your pet is safe and cared for. She was meticulous in her care of my cat, Chester. Will absolutely be using her services again, she was extremely trustworthy.
Susan
August 26, 2025
Pinky is wonderful to our cats and home! We have a somewhat cynical older cat who pinky won over!
Response from Pinky
Hahaa aaw your cats are amazing!! thank you for the positive feedback!!
Brandy
August 12, 2025
Pinky is amazing, I was nervous leaving my cat alone for the first time but she provided so much peace of mind and took beyond good care of my cat. He’s not skiddish usually but does take him a while to warm up to new people. He warmed up to Pinky super quickly!! I think Pinky just has a way about her that makes him comfortable (making me comfortable in return). She took care of all my asks and then some, 10/10 would recommend Pinky if you want to feel at ease leaving your kitty.
Response from Pinky
Wow, thank you so much for your kind words, Brandy! I'm so glad to have gained both your comfortabilities hehe. Your kitty was super chill!!
Susan
May 3, 2025
Pinky was the best cat sitter we could ask for! My shy cats loved her, 1 of them even blocked Pinky from leaving! She plays with them and gives them the attention they want and need. She’s also very conscientious about our home, brought in mail and took care of things we needed. She really kept our minds at ease!!
Response from Pinky
Thank you, Susan! I miss Zoey and Gwen already!!
Lauren
July 14, 2024
Pinky is amazing as always. She feeds my cats, gives them fresh water, deals with the litter, and plays with them. She keeps me updated and sends me awesome photos and videos. But she also goes above and beyond. I had a carbon monoxide detector start beeping while I was away, due to a low battery. Pinky figured out how to dismantle it, went out and bought new batteries for it, and replaced the batteries for me. She takes out the garbage, vacuums up cat litter, takes in Amazon packages, and so much more. I wouldn’t trust my cats or my home with anyone else.
Response from Pinky
Thank you again, Lauren! Anything to make sure your cats are in their nice and quiet sanctuary!!
Jacqueline
This month
my second time using Pinky and will most certainly be a repeat customer. she is super reliable and trustworthy. treats my cat so kindly and is always so communicative. thank you so much!
Melinda
January 14, 2024
Pinky is by far the best cat sitter we have ever had. My cats are older and she handled them with such care. They typically are so stressed when we come back and although they were happy to see us there wasn’t a stressful bone in their body’s. Pinky went above and beyond with such attention to detail vacuuming up litter and keeping our hiuse looking amazing. She even sent a pic of our hamster, a nice surprise to my daughter. She was on time and communicative. I will definitely be using her again and HIGHLY recommend.
Response from Pinky
Thank you so much, Melinda! I'm so delighted to take care of your lovely cats and home.
Alexandra
October 13, 2025
Pinky was amazing with our two cats. We were gone for nearly two weeks and we came back to happy, loved cats. We highly recommend her services! Thanks, Pinky!
Response from Pinky
Thank you so much, Alexandra!!! your kitties were so well behaved and it was so delightful to hang out with them in your lovely home.
Alena
October 5, 2024
Pinky is absolutely amazing! We hired her to help us take care of our parents’ cats while they were both in rehab. Pinky went above and beyond to care for the cats, sending updates during the whole session. The cats fell in love with her and already miss her! She truly loves animals. It was so reassuring to know they were in good hands while we were going through this medical hardship.
Lauren
This month
Gabrielle
This month
Gabrielle
This month
Lauren
February 21, 2026
Lauren
December 30, 2025
Susan
December 19, 2025
Pinky is our go to cat sitter! Cats love her and any housekeeping tasks needed, she will take care of. She is wonderful!!
Response from Pinky
thank you so much, Susan!!! always glad to help out!
Brandy
December 16, 2025
Response from Pinky
thank you!!!
Lauren
August 14, 2025
Lauren
July 27, 2025
Susan
June 29, 2025
Lauren
January 3, 2025
Response from Pinky
Thanks again, Lauren!!
Alena
September 4, 2024
Alena
August 22, 2024
Lauren
August 19, 2024
Lauren
April 28, 2024
Pinky is awesome, as always! She really goes above and beyond and treats my cats like they’re her own. I’m pretty sure they love her more than me!
Response from Pinky
You are so kind and so funny, Lauren! Thank you so much.
Lauren
April 1, 2024
Pinky was awesome. She was reliable, she was easy to reach and communicate with, and she took amazing care of my cats. And my cats loved her!
Response from Pinky
Thank you, Lauren. I appreciate your generosity for letting me spend time with your cute energetic cats, Declan and Carter!
Meowtel
December 15, 2023
Pinky is a background-checked cat sitter in the Staten Island area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
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