I'm Manya

Attentive Cat Sitting In Nyc

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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

Manya is experienced with 4 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Inhalers

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Attentive Cat Sitting In Nyc

I'm Manya

Cat Sitting in Woodside, NY

If I have blocked off a day, please DM me, I may be able to fit you in anyway

To say I love cats is a bit of an understatement. I adore cats and find immense joy in taking care of them which is why cat sitting is such a great job for me.

We always had cats growing up and my Dad jokes that I put out cat pheromones because when we go on walks the neighborhood cats like to come say hi. In high school I volunteered at our local shelter socializing cats and had success even with the feral c...
If I have blocked off a day, please DM me, I may be able to fit you in anyway

To say I love cats is a bit of an understatement. I adore cats and find immense joy in taking care of them which is why cat sitting is such a great job for me.

We always had cats growing up and my Dad jokes that I put out cat pheromones because when we go on walks the neighborhood cats like to come say hi. In high school I volunteered at our local shelter socializing cats and had success even with the feral cats by paying attention to their body language and respecting their boundaries.

I am a professional singer with a very flexible schedule and am committed to providing both what your cats need and what you need. I will always keep you updated about how your cats are doing so you can enjoy your trip.

I know leaving your cat with a cat sitter can be stressful and I promise to do everything I can to alleviate that stress.

I am fully vaccinated and continue to mask and take precautions

Learn More About Manya

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

I’ve been cat sitting with Meowtel for more than three years now and absolutely adore my job. I have many repeat clients and have been trusted to watch cats during medical situations and even when a long time client, whose previous cat had sadly passed away, adopted a new cat somewhat unexpectedly and had to travel the next weekend.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

Yes I do, Lady and Newbie and they are the lights of my life. They are both rescues, Lady is from ACC and Newbie is from a small rescue in Brooklyn. She is an owner surrender and he is a former street cat who got really sick and, once better, they determined he was friendly enough to be adopted. They are both such characters and I love them so much.

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?

Trust your gut. Not every sitter in the right fit but a good sitter will ask questions and show initiative on making sure they know everything they need to about your cats.

How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?

I let them call the shots. I’ve been known to sit on the floor near a cat that is hiding under the bed. I also will sometimes leave an article of clothing that smells a lot like me (for example a favorite sweater or a shirt) so the cat can get used to my smell. I don’t try and force a cat to interact with me, there is one cat I’ve watched for years I’ve never seen without her mother present, but I do my best to help cats be relaxed around me.


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Inhalers

Skills:

Shelter Volunteer

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Lisa

Lisa

This month

We are so lucky to have found Manya! We have two 16 year old cats with medical conditions that require an inhaler, liquid medicine, and pill pockets and they are not so cooperative in taking those. Manya expertly has managed their tricks in order to administer their medications, plus fed, watered, cuddled with them and loved on them. We have been too afraid to travel and leave them because of the medications and feel like we just found a lifeline. I highly recommend Manya!

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Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
Leslie

Leslie

January 28, 2026

Manya is a gem. She always responds quickly, and her daily updates are thorough. She seems to truly love spending time with my babies, and I trust her to not only administer various different types of medications, but also generally monitor my kitties and note anything out of the ordinary. She caught an incident early once with one of my kitties who turned out to be asthmatic. She took her to the vet, communicated everything with me, continued to watch my other babies while that one was in the ER, etc. I'm grateful she was here paying close attention, or the situation might have ended badly. She always leaves my place cleaner than I left it, too. She just goes above and beyond. I wholeheartedly recommend her.

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Leslie

Leslie

This month

Manya's always been great with my cats. I had two new little ones this time, and one of them required medications while I was gone for a geanuloma on his lip. She was diligent with the meds and sent me a picture of his lip each day so Incould see how he was doing. I think they all had a nice tim with her while she was here!

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Leslie

Leslie

February 15, 2026

I've booked Manya numerous times, and she's always been fantastic. She took really good care of my sweet girl this past week, giving her extra love and attention since she's a solo kitty now. She communicated with me in advance when one of the meds started to run low so that I could have a refill delivered in plenty of time, and she left my apartment tidy. I got my daily updates and pics/videos as always, and my cat always looks cozy and happy with Manya nearby. I highly recommend her to anyone in the area needing a catsitter.

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William

William

This month

Manya is great. She took excellent care of our elderly cat, giving her medication when needed and even cleaning up after she vomited. She writes us detailed messages and it’s clear she really cares for our cat. We would highly recommend her!

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Stephanie

Stephanie

October 5, 2025

Manya went above and beyond with my senior cat who needed to switch medication while I was away. She was communicative and flexible and made sure my cat was comfortable and healthy. I can’t recommend her enough!

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Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long

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Drop in visits rates

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$50.00 / 45min
$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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  • Shannon, a Sitter on Meowtel in Rego Park, NY, is ARC certified in Cat CPR/First Aid and brings gentle, detail-focused care for shy, senior, and medicated cats. They usually offer overnight stays, weekends, holidays, and a 3% new-client discount, with very fast replies. 😺

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  • Ruth Anne is a popular Sitter on Meowtel in Rego Park with fast replies, usually holiday availability, and 35 repeat clients. She welcomes new clients, cares for Bowie, Prince, and Lennox, and brings medication skill with pills, injections, fluids, inhalers, and eye or ear drops 🐱

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  • Melissa brings over 15 years of cat sitting experience in Brooklyn, plus very fast responses, usually weekend and holiday availability, and care with oral meds, eye/ear drops, and topical ointments. With 49 repeat clients, she takes the best photos 📸🐱

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  • Valeria, based in Far Rockaway, brings fast updates and a gentle touch to shy or senior cats. She accepts new clients, offers overnight stays, and is usually available on weekends and holidays. Medication skills include pills, drops, ointments, and injections 🐱

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  • Brooklyn-based David brings 10 years of professional cat sitting and a fast response time to each visit. He’s great with senior and medically complex cats, including injections and subcutaneous fluids, and he usually accepts holidays, weekends, and new clients 😺

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  • Debbie, the Forest Hills cat lady, brings decades of cat life, quick replies, and a 10% new client discount. She offers overnight stays, welcomes new clients, and is skilled with oral meds, eye/ear drops, and topical ointments. 🐾😺

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  • Emilie brings very fast replies, overnight care, and usually opens her schedule on weekends and holidays. She handles oral meds, eye/ear drops, and topical ointments, and shy kitties warm up to her. She’s accepting new clients and has 19 repeat clients. 🐱

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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.

Woodside cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $31.00. 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!

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