I'm Erica
Erica's Sunnyside Cat Care
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Erica is experienced with 4 types of medications
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I'm Erica
Cat Sitting in Sunnyside, NY
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:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Erica is experienced with 4 types of medications
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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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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
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
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
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
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
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.
Read moreResponse 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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Drop in visits rates
Erica's is 30%
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
Erica's holiday surcharge is 30%.
Drop in visits rates
Erica's is 30%
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
Erica's holiday surcharge is 30%.
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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.
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!
Rating breakdown
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!
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
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!!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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! ☺️
Andrea
August 30, 2023
We could not have been more confident and comfortable with Erica taking care of our two girls while we were away. She really took the time to get to know them and their very different personalities, and made the effort to give them each what they needed. She was very patient and adaptive with our more "difficult" cat personality, giving her space and time to adjust to a new person in the home, and she was attentive and affectionate with our more playful kitty who loves attention and pets. She was able to give oral meds as needed, and she went above and beyond in keeping our home tidy and clean, sending us pictures to show how she had left things. She asked questions and offered ideas and suggestions of her own when it came to the girls, and we couldn't be happier with all the photos and videos she sent daily. As much as we loved being on vacation, we were just as excited to get our daily report from Erica. It was hard being away from the girls, but we would absolutely book Erica again in a heartbeat because of how well she took care of them and how thoughtful, considerate, and compassionate she was. We recommend her with all our hearts!
Response from Erica
This is all so kind!! Thanks so much Andrea!! Glad to have made them, and you! - feel at ease~ ♥️☺️
Brooke
August 27, 2023
Can I give Erica 6 out of 5 stars? She was terrific! First, she took the job on short notice when a neighbor’s plans changed. Then she took careful notes of everything she needed to know to take care of our cat. She asked about details that I hadn’t even thought of. She sent us great pictures and notes every day. She played with and brushed Gandalf. Everything was spotless when we returned. Erica even left us a lovely “welcome home” note. We were so lucky to find Erica and you will be too. 100% will ask for her again the next time we need a sitter.
Response from Erica
Thank you tons, Brooke! Gandalf was an absolute sweetpea and I loved his big snuggles! A++ client ♥️
Andrea
November 20, 2023
My second booking with Erica and she was as fantastic as the last time! The girls really seemed to remember her and to respond to her even more quickly this time, and she could engage them in playtime and keep them busy for a while which they really needed while we were away! Her photos and updates were awesome as usual. She was also able to offer us an extra date we had wanted, that she had originally been unavailable for. It was so thoughtful of her to get in touch and let us know that we could book that date with her after all. She was very considerate and even offered to help out further if we had any problems or issues returning home on time. She picked up our packages and checked our mail too. It made a stressful weekend that much easier to know our girls were in the best hands. We will definitely be booking with her again!
Response from Erica
Ahh I appreciate that so much! They’re a big fav and I love looking after them!! I feel such approval when I get their headbutts, always a pleasure to help 💕
Kelly
February 25, 2024
Erica cared for my two senior cats while I was away for a couple of days and she did a wonderful job! She was very attentive to their feeding/medication needs and sent lovely little updates with lots of photos after each visit. No complaints whatsoever and I will absolutely book her again for future trips!
Dilpreet
December 13, 2023
Erica was such a great caretaker for our cats and we took comfort in the fact that she loved and cared for our kitties while we were gone! She made them feel comfortable, and gave them lots of attention and playtime! She even got our shy kitty who usually hides from new people and got her to play/explore while Erica was here. Thank you Erica for being a great sitter!
Margaret
November 27, 2023
Erica was awesome! She kept our extroverted kitty socialized and active while we were gone and gave excellent, pic-filled updates. Look forward to booking her again!
Response from Erica
Thank you so much for everything and all the thorough info you provided! Bea was the snuggliest and I loved when she’d come chill beside me
Dilpreet
April 14, 2024
This is my 2nd time reserving Erica and have to say it’s such a relief knowing our kitties are in great hands! Usually I’m nervous leaving my kitties for long periods of time but Erica was fantastic with our cats and I felt so at ease. She was there for meal times, kept such a tidy apartment, and spent time playing with each of our kitties. I’m also sooo amazed at how she’s charmed our shy kitty, who always hides when we have someone new over. All of our kitties were so happy and comfortable while we were gone! Will definitely be booking her again. 😊
Jason
August 11, 2025
Erica was so wonderful. She every single day went above and beyond when taking care of our kitties. She communicated with us consistently, and learned each of our cats interests and personalities. I cannot recommend Erica enough.
Response from Erica
Thank you so much, Jason! They were such kind little cuties and fun to spend time with~!
Manya
August 18, 2024
Erica is one of the best around. I’m also a Meowtel cat sitter and she goes above and beyond expectations. She is so good with my cats, even the very shy one has warmed up to her. Her updates are awesome and she gets some amazing pictures. I cannot recommend her highly enough, your cats are in the best hands with her.
Christine
December 30, 2023
Erica went above and beyond taking incredible care of our fur baby! She made it so easy for us to be out of town and ensure that our cat was in amazing hands. She provided such wonderful pics of our cat as well and is trustworthy, efficient, and goes above and beyond ensuring our cat was well taken care of and had tons of pets, snuggles and play time! Will absolutely be booking with Erica again! Thank you, Erica!!
Response from Erica
Thanks so much Christine!! Sully is such a funny guy! I enjoyed getting to play with him and watch him hunt / sit in his fav box. Having him rest next to me was too cute!
Kelly
December 23, 2025
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Bojan
January 5, 2025
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November 11, 2024
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September 13, 2024
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June 8, 2024
Bojan
January 6, 2024
the best cat sitter you can get! my shy and bit messy cats adore her, super caring and does everything to make sure cats are happy while I’m away!and she goes above and beyond to to keep my home tidy!
Response from Erica
That is so sweet!! Thank you, it means so much! They're such good lil gals
Bojan
December 8, 2023
Bojan
September 12, 2023
Response from Erica
Thank you! 😊
Meowtel
July 24, 2023
Erica is a cat sitter in the Sunnyside area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
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