I'm Erica

Erica's Sunnyside Cat Care

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27 Reviews
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8 Repeat clients
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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

Erica is experienced with 4 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Inhalers

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Erica's Sunnyside Cat Care

I'm Erica

Cat Sitting in Sunnyside, NY

Cat-mom of two goofy little boys, I treat all the little ones I meet as if they were my own. Mainly local to Eastern Queens - I'm available in LIC, Sunnyside, & Woodside, Astoria & Jackson Heights any time! (And if not, message me, I'm flexible!)

My cats, Oscar & Burton, live the good life with plenty of snacks and toys. My big thing is respecting boundaries and letting kitties come to me. I like to give them the extra socializing (or the space!) they might need. On alert to any discomfort and attentive to kitty body language - patience is important and respect is key.

What's my pet history you might ask? I've raised anywhere from a newborn kitten to a 19 year old senior! I'm great with all ages and health situations. As a kid, my very first cat had a litter of kittens, 8 total! From that moment on they stole my heart...
Cat-mom of two goofy little boys, I treat all the little ones I meet as if they were my own. Mainly local to Eastern Queens - I'm available in LIC, Sunnyside, & Woodside, Astoria & Jackson Heights any time! (And if not, message me, I'm flexible!)

My cats, Oscar & Burton, live the good life with plenty of snacks and toys. My big thing is respecting boundaries and letting kitties come to me. I like to give them the extra socializing (or the space!) they might need. On alert to any discomfort and attentive to kitty body language - patience is important and respect is key.

What's my pet history you might ask? I've raised anywhere from a newborn kitten to a 19 year old senior! I'm great with all ages and health situations. As a kid, my very first cat had a litter of kittens, 8 total! From that moment on they stole my heart. I've also had finches, adorable rats, a plethora of goldfish, and a Boston Terrier, huge animal lover here. Big plant-mom as well! Have since downsized my 50-plant collection, but the nurturing of all life, big or small, is incredibly important to me.

Also not afraid of cleaning up messes! Your kitty have pee/poop issues? A little hairball here or there, no problem! Your home will remain clean and tidy on my watch. More than happy to do overnights and make sure your little guys are well tuckered out and resting easy - so that you can rest easy as well. You are welcome to as many updates, photos and videos of your little one as you like, it is my absolute pleasure to provide peace of mind.

Erica, what do you do when not cat-sitting? I'm an artist by trade! - Animator by day, I spend most of the time drawing with my 2 little kitty supervisors trying to sleep on my keyboard. I'll have my stylus in one hand, and a little sleeping Oscar on the other.

Please feel free to reach out anytime, I'm looking forward to meeting you!


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Inhalers

5.00
27 reviews
5.0
Attention to Detail
5.0
Communication
5.0
Tidiness
Tania

Tania

August 16, 2024

Erica was wonderful with both of my kitties. They were bottle babies in the heat of the pandemic so they are not used to and can be wary of new people but Erica had them playing despite themselves by day two. Erica also takes some fabulous photos. It was always such a joy and relief to see that they were up to and their not so little personalities on display. Erica makes the prospect of getting away for a few days feel far less stressful for all of us. Thank you!

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Response from Erica

Thanks so much for having me care for Leo & Sylvie. It was nice to see them become braver over time and go full saucer eyes for playtime! <3

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Brooke

Brooke

May 1, 2025

Erica has taken care of our cat multiple times and he loves her! Erica is super reliable and caring. She takes care of everything, even when our old guy has a bathroom accident. She is wonderful!!

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Tania

Tania

November 28, 2024

It is such a relief to have someone taking care of the cats that you trust and know the kitties really like. Erica is wonderful with my stranger danger older cats and the new hyper enthousiastic kitten alike.

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Manya

Manya

June 25, 2024

Erica is the best! I am also a Meowtel cat sitter and was impressed that she was as detailed as I am with the meet and greet. Her updates were so cute and fun and her pictures were great. She completely understood my cats personalities, I could tell they weren’t generic updates. She also took great pictures. She even managed to get my shy cat to say hi some. 10/10 would recommend highly.

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Brooke

Brooke

May 1, 2024

Erica's amazing! First, she's so kind and clearly loves cats. And she's also so professional - she was meticulous at taking care of every aspect of feeding, grooming, playing and litter box care. She sent us detailed notes and pictures after each visit so we knew Gandalf was getting the best of care.

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Emmett

Emmett

November 26, 2023

Erica was great! My cat has special needs and takes multiple meds on a daily basis and Erica was able to navigate that like a pro. I was worried that she would be put off by my cat’s frequent diarrhea (IBD) and the low possibility of her having a vomiting episode, but it wasn’t a problem at all. She sent me a lot of pictures every visit, played with my cat, did everything according to my instructions, and even cleaned the litter box before I got home. Will definitely be hiring her again the next time I go out of town.

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Response from Erica

Cecile was such a lovebug, enjoyed seeing her get excited and go on the prowl for her wand! Thanks so much for your review! ☺️

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Service Area & Availability

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$65.00 / 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.

Sunnyside cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $30.00. 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!

5.00
27 reviews
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Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)