Attentive And Knowledgeable Cat Sitter
Meowtel Insured
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Rates start at: $23.50
Repeat clients: 1
Response time: 13 min
Hello,

I'm Grace

A cat sitter in Woodside, NY

5.00/5.00
Exceptional
6 REVIEWS

You aren't charged until Grace confirms your request. Cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the reservation begins for a 100% refund.

Over 50,000 happy kitties serviced on Meowtel

I'm Grace | Cat Sitting in Woodside, NY

Hi there! I'm a huge cat lover and I offer in-house cat sitting all over NYC on weekdays, weekends, and holidays! Given my remote day job as an analyst for a non-profit, I have a pretty flexible schedule and can easily commute to you. I have volunteered with the ASPCA as a Cat Volunteer for over eight years. I have taken care of many cats and kittens, from as young as a few days old to as old as over twenty years old. I've also worked with shy and fearful cats who require additional patience to get acclimated to new people and environments. I am well-attuned to cat behavior and will make sure that your cat stays as happy as possible while they are in my care. When working with any cat, I always let them take their time to approach me so that they feel as safe and comfortable as possible. With shy cats specifically, giving them space and being attentive to their body language is key. I also try to see if a cat is more food motivat...

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

I have been cat sitting for over 8 years, starting as a cat volunteer at the ASPCA. I've since worked as a freelance cat sitter for various clients with cats of all ages, sizes, and needs. I truly enjoy working with cats and I'm committed to providing them with the best care possible. I make sure to provide them with lots of play and mental stimulation to help keep them engaged through the day.

Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?

While it's hard to pick a favorite, I have to say I particularly enjoyed cat sitting an orange and white kitty named Harry and his black and white sister Natasha. They were both really sweet and one of them had extra thumbs which was too cute! While Natasha was on the shyer side, she quickly learned that I was a safe person and really came out of her shell. I've since taken care of them multiple times - each time is a new adventure!

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

As a previous cat owner, I would suggest looking for three main things. First, make sure your sitter is committed to providing high quality care. Second, your sitter should be a great communicator and continue to provide photo and text updates to help you keep your peace of mind. Lastly, your sitter should understand how to read cat body language and know when a cat is overstimulated so they can avoid overpetting and things like that.

Grace's Reviews

Attention to Detail
5.0
Communication
5.0
Tidiness
5.0
Charles

Grace was super communicative throughout the trip, send a lot of photos and updates throughout, and made the experience super smooth from the initial visit to the key dropoff!

Meowtel-verified reservation
April 22, 2024
Bonnie

Grace took amazing care of our kitty while we were away! She's an awesome cat photographer, and was very communicative and responsive. We really appreciated the time she took to play with our energetic furball!

Meowtel-verified reservation
April 10, 2024
Meowtel

Grace is a background-checked cat sitter in the Woodside area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.

Meowtel-verified reservation
April 1, 2024
Katherine

Meowtel-verified reservation
April 23, 2024
Cian

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April 14, 2024
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Grace's Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications

  • Foster Parent
  • Shelter Volunteer

Transportation

  • Ground

Medication Experience

  • Topical Ointments
  • Eye/Ear Drops
  • Oral Medication / Pills

Each Visit Includes

  • Litter box cleaning
  • Feeding
  • Water refresh
  • A text update with at least 1 photo
  • Playtime and belly rubs

Cancellation Policy

Customers may cancel within 24 hours of making their reservation and receive a 100% refund and the sitter will not receive any earnings. After the first 24 hours, the following cancellation rules apply:

Customers will receive a 100% refund to their Account Balance if they cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the start date of the reservation and the sitter will not receive any earnings.

Customers will receive a 50% refund and the sitter will earn 50% of their planned earnings if the customer cancels between 24-48 hours of the start of the reservation.

No refund will be issued within 24 hours of the reservation and the sitter will keep 100% of their planned earnings.

The Meowtel Promise & Satisfaction Guarantee

We are proud to provide each of our independently-contracted Meowtel cat sitters with the full benefits of our Meowtel Promise on eligible reservations. For reservations where each visit is at or above $20 and paid for through Meowtel, your cat(s) will automatically be covered under our insurance policy in the event that things don't go as planned.

If you are not fully satisfied with your sitter after the Meet & Greet or during the reservation, please call 1-844-636-9835 so we can help you re-book with a new sitter to ensure we can deliver on our purrfect hospitality promise.

Frequently Asked Questions

will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $31.00. Prices will also depend on how long your cat needs company for, whether that be a drop-in visit or overnight stay in your home. Meowtel sitters offer 20, 45, and 60-minute drop-in visits that allow for fully tailored care for your kitties. Your caregiver may also need to charge a little more if they have to travel far, so we'll match you with the best options which are close by.

Every Meowtel cat sitter has been thoroughly vetted, background-checked, and is insured through Meowtel on eligible reservations via our Meowtel Promise. To ensure total peace of mind while you're away, every Meowtel reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you (and your kitties!) can have full confidence in 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 for your kitties. This is why Meowtel was created, so tailored in-home care is brought to you.

We recommend that you book daily visits with your sitter to keep your cats in their routine and to help minimize feline anxiety while you're away.

Each Meowtel cat sitting visit will include the whole 9 yards: feeding, refreshing the water bowls, litter box scooping, tidying up, medications, updates with photos, lots of playtime, as well as any special requests you may have. We know every kitty is different and that's why we offer tailored, in-home services since cats don't do well outside their own homes. Plus, every reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you can meet your sitter before you leave to ensure it will be a purrfect fit.

Attentive And Knowledgeable Cat Sitter
5.00 • 6 reviewsFrom $23.50