Caroline will enjoy taking care of your beloved feline/s. Contact us and send more details about your cat/s and the service you need, we will get back to you as soon as possible.

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Stuart - by survey 11/25/2023
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We are huge fans and while Barry has always been great, Caroline was also fantastic!

Karin - by survey 04/29/2022
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Caroline was extremely thorough in reviewing all of the details of our kitties needs and was extremely professional while being friendly, warm, and caring with the cats upon meeting them.

She was diligent in sending daily updates and pictures and, considering this was the first time we had left all four of our kitty family members alone for such an extensive time period, Caroline's professionalism and obvious love for and knowledge of cats calmed us tremendously, allowing us to enjoy our vacation.

Several years ago, I was at a Thanksgiving celebration with my relatives. Most of the food had made it onto the dining room table, but for some reason all of the people were still in the kitchen or in the living room. We migrated en masse to the dining room and found the cat on the table. He was helping himself to the gravy.

It was obvious that everyone present was a cat lover. Several photos were taken before the cat was removed from the table. And we still ate the gravy.

If my pal Buster were allowed unfettered access to a laden Thanksgiving table I can only imagine the decimation that would occur to the dinner and the dog. Fortunately, cats aren’t as prone to extreme gluttony and subsequent pancreatitis and bloat.

However, cat parents might be wondering which Thanksgiving foods are safe to share with cats — and which foods they should avoid.

Thanksgiving Foods and Cats — Some General Advice
Your cat shouldn’t be up on your Thanksgiving table, but if you want to share some of your Turkey Day feast, here’s what foods are safe for her to eat. 

First, remember that any cat might have specific food intolerances or allergies. So even if something is generally safe for cats, it might not be safe for your cat. Second, remember that moderation is key. If you allow your cat to feast at Thanksgiving to the extent that I do, then your cat, like me, will probably feel ill after the dinner. Unlike with me, however, that feeling of illness might progress to real illness. And some things, as will be outlined below, might be mildly toxic to cats and therefore should be minimized.

Let’s look at specific Thanksgiving foods that are safe for cats:

Can Cats Eat Thanksgiving Turkey? 
Yes. This staple of Thanksgiving happens to be completely edible and delicious for felines. Skinless white meat is most benign, but most cats can handle dark meat or a bit of skin and giblets as well. I remember as a child my father would give a hearty helping of skin, fat, and giblets to the cat every Thanksgiving. I was worried that it could cause heart disease in the cat. I had not yet learned that fat and cholesterol do not contribute significantly to heart disease in cats, and possibly not in humans either. However, the fattier parts of the turkey are more likely to cause upset stomach, so go easy.

Can Cats Eat Gravy?
The cat I mentioned above suffered no adverse consequences from his gravy lapping. However, remember that gravy is fatty and salty. Moderation is key, and the salt could cause problems for cats with pre-existing heart conditions.

Can Cats Eat Mashed Potatoes?
I like to make my mashed potatoes with lots of garlic, onion, shallots, half-and-half and butter. It turns out that garlic, onions and shallots can cause Heinz body anemia in cats. And many cats are lactose intolerant, so the half-and-half could be a problem. However, garlic isn’t cyanide and half-and-half isn’t acetaminophen (which is massively toxic to cats). Most cats could survive a bite or two of my potatoes. And they certainly could tolerate milder, less rich mixtures. But I wouldn’t recommend serving up mashed potatoes to your cat.

Can Cats Eat Stuffing?
Again, garlic and onions could be a problem. And the bread laden with delicious turkey grease might cause gastrointestinal issues. It’s best to keep your cat out of the stuffing.

Can Cats Eat Green Bean Casserole? 
The green beans are no problem, but the canned onions are. This is a no-no for cats.

Can Cats Eat Cranberry Sauce?
Although it’s certainly not a part of a cat’s natural diet, it’s not toxic either. I learned in vet school that cats supposedly are not attracted to sweet items or tart items. My experience, however, has been different. I’m sure that some cats love cranberry sauce. Fortunately I doubt that any problems will occur if your cat breaks into yours, unless it’s so loaded with brandy that the cat gets drunk.

Can Cats Eat Rolls and Breads?
Plain rolls and bread should not be a problem. Garlic bread, on the other hand, introduces a risk of Heinz body anemia.

A Final Word of Caution on All Thanksgiving Foods for Cats:
For the record, I am not advocating that cat owners pile heaping dishes of Thanksgiving food for their cats. In fact, really the only food that I can unhesitatingly recommend for most cats is skinless turkey breast. But if your cat drinks a bit of gravy, or licks a bit of cranberry sauce, or noshes on a roll or digs into the lime Jell-O, you probably don’t need to be worried.Also, remember not to feel too sorry for your cat when you do not share your delicious Thanksgiving meal with her. She already no doubt has plenty for which to be thankful.

Photo #1 by Andrew Mead on Unsplash
Photo #2 by Moon App on Unsplash
Photo # 3 by Andréas BRUN on Unsplash
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We would like to introduce you to some of our caregivers. KITTY in NY has selected over the years some outstanding people who have one thing in common: they LOVE cats!
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I had my first kitty in college and my second while living in San Francisco. Returning to New York, I lived for years in a building where I could not have any pets. So when I moved to my current location, in Manhattan's East Village, I made up for lost time. That was way, way back in 1992. I contacted an animal rescue agency named BeingKind. (That was the precursor to KittyKind in Petco.) Soon I took in a family of six abandoned cats from BeingKind. I included an old scratched photo, taken before the days of cell phones and similar devices. The momma and poppa cats were about a year and a half old. Teenagers in Love I called them. The four kittens were six weeks old and just learning to walk. They were about the size of my hand (not counting the tails). I eventually adopted out two kitties and kept four felines to myself.

They all lived exceedingly long lives, so I must have been doing something right. The momma cat lived to 18 years of age, the poppa and one daughter both lived to 19, and the final daughter lived very close to 21 (about 20 years and 9 months).

After the family went to Kittie Heaven, I took a break from being a caretaker. That ended in about nine months. One night I went dancing at Barefoot Boogie (highly recommended) and met someone who worked for Kitty in New York. That marked the beginning of the next phase of my love for felines, as I soon became an Official Kitty Caregiver.

I can now offer lots of love, a spacious one bedroom apartment, and decades of experience for my feline friends. I am able to give injections, pills, subcutaneous fluids, and blood glucose monitoring for cats with medical needs.

I am now partly retired but work about 20 hours a week as a psychotherapist. This allows me the luxury to spend lots of time with my four-legged friends. As you might guess, I love to write so I enjoy sending frequent emails or texts plus loads of photos to cat owners. This allows the owners to enjoy their vacations or business trips, knowing that their kitties are happy and doing well.

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Lisa - by survey 11/17/2023
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This was such a great experience! My cat has to take 2 pills/day, eye ointment in one eye and eye drops in the other. The schedule for administrating the meds is intense with the ointment being 3x day. Phil administered all the meds with ease and on time! Spike the cat was super comfortable with Phil and was sleeping with him by day 3. I received email updates with pictures of Spike every few days, and very much enjoyed Phil’s writing style.

Lena - by survey 10/03/2023
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Phil was absolutely fantastic. He is very knowledgeable about cats and truly cares about them. My cat is rather nervous and demanding and I was worried about leaving her with a stranger. I didn't have to. Phil's kindness, patience as well as deep understanding of cats' needs and behavior won her over and she had a good time with him. Phil regularly sent me detailed updates and pictures. I'm so glad I found Phil and will definitely trust him with my precious little princess whenever I have to travel.

Megan - by survey 06/07/2023
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Phil is amazing and took such good care of our cats over the trial weekend. We're looking forward to our first vacation together in 3 years because we trust Phil to take good care of our old boys.

Romina - by survey 05/17/2022
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I booked with Phil the second time in two years and I am always amazed how much of a "cat whisperer" he is. You can tell the cats are calm around him. He took care of all three of mine this time around and I particularly appreciated the loving care he gave to my eldest who needs regular medication. In addition Phil was extremely reliable with his email and photo communication. He also was dependable in terms of pick up and drop off arrangements and very helpful in both directions. I felt confident knowing my cats were in good hands!

Sarah - by survey 9/19/2021
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Phil was great! It was clear he had lots of experience with cats and that my cat was very happy when I was away for a week. He sent email updates with pictures and cute stories about what my cat was up to, and he was very attentive.

Etienne - by survey
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Phil was fantastic. Very kind, I could feel right away that he loves cat and is able to create a good and calm environment for them to feel at ease. The minute we dropped our cat at Phil's apartment, she felt secured and not stressed and the stay went very smoothly. Phil did great at sending us pictures and updates every few days, so we knew everything was going well. Thank you!
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Lily - by survey
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Phil was very pleasant and kind to my cat Momo upon meeting him. He sent in-depth emails of Momo's daily life while I was away, along with photos, which eased my mind about uprooting my kitty. As a seasoned cat sitter he had scratchers and toys available, and didn't mind my young cat's curious, and sometimes frenetic, demeanor. I was very glad for Momo to have companionship while I was gone. This is my second time using Kitty In NY, and although I was paired with a different sitter each time, both experiences have been positive. The office staff is also very professional, prompt, and easy to communicate with. They helped me right away even though my planning was relatively short notice.

Shauna - by survey
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Phil was a wonderful caregiver to our elderly cat. He was kind and loving and very attentive to our kitty’s very picky demands, and kept us informed about how things were going with funny emails and photos. Any kitty would be lucky to have a stay in Phil’s kitty hotel.

Elisabeth - by survey
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Phil took care of my cat Miumiu who has a chronic illness and requires medication + visits to the vet. He was extraordinary with him and took excellent care of my cat. I suspect my cat wanted to stay longer at Phil’s actually!!! Ahah. Phil has a kind heart and is a loving and humorous kitty caregiver. He sent us regular news via lovely emails + pictures of Miumiu. I really recommend Phil as a caregiver!

Romika - by survey
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Phil was an excellent, reliable cat-caregiver from the beginning to the end of this entire process. The drop-off and pickup went smoothly and during the weeks I was away on vacation, Phil stayed in touch with plenty of great information about how my two cats were doing at his place, as well as pictures. During the course of the time my cats were with him, he encountered some problems with his Verizon service, and I was impressed that he called me by phone right away to let me know so that we could work around it. Phil was able to give one of my cats the medicine he needed as well. Now that they are back home, it seems that they are even more at ease than before visiting with Phil. Highly recommend!

Kelly - by survey
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Phil took great care of my boy Vincent. He sent pictures and email updates several times also which was great!

Phway - by survey
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​Phil was amazing! I'm so happy to have had him look after Del. It was very obvious he adored kitties, and was so caring and loving to Del. He looked after him incredibly well, was very easy going, and always updating with funny, entertaining stories of his time with him. Phil even went out of his way to help me with the purchase of a pet travel crate, and assembled it while I was gone, so that Del could get used to it before his travels. Phil followed all the instructions and had no trouble at all with adapting to Del's special needs like cleaning his ears and having warmer spaces for him to curl up into (as he's a Sphynx cat and gets chilly). All to say, I would recommend him highly to anyone!

Claudia - by survey
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Phil was amazing! I like him better than a previous sitter I used with KittyInNY. The moment I walked in to see Blue you can tell he had a great time and felt extremely comfortable. Phil also seemed to be very loving and affection. He would send daily emails and pictures. All in all, I was very pleased with his service.

Georgiana - by survey
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Phil was extremely welcoming to our cat and played with him. He gave very detailed and humorous updates by e-mail. He also went out of his way to help us when we encountered some difficulties with our return flight. Our cat returned in a very good mood, no doubt thanks to enjoying his stay with Phil.

Laura - by survey
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Phil was great! My cats loved him and were at home right away. Phil was very responsive and communicative and sent lots of updates and photos of my cats during their stay.

Zoe - by survey
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Phil regularly wrote really lovely messages about Blueberry and what she was up to. His pictures were great and overall his communications were thorough, clear, and kind. He cares a great deal about cats and I trusted that Blueberry was in good hands while I was away.

Anna - by survey
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Deli stayed with him for almost 3 months and I got updates on him, with pictures, pretty much every week. Anytime his food would be close to over, we were able to organize so that the website Chewy would deliver more. Deli seemed to love his stay, and reluctantly got into his carrier when we left. I would definitely recommend Phil to care for cats as he is very dedicated, caring, and keeps me updated with anything, plus pictures!

Ana
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Phil was so nice and caring with my baby! Sent me updates and pictures of him which I really appreciated. He was very attentive and my cat seemed to really enjoy his time with him.

Stefanie
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Phil was very responsive to any emails I sent him and was extremely attentive with his updates. He sent photos regularly along with great stories of how the kitties were doing. I got a sense that he truly cares for felines. Just after the first few interactions with him, I was immediately at ease, as I knew my fur babies were in caring hands.

Devon
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Phil was so thorough with his emails detailing the status of our kitties while we were away. He’d send cute photos with his emails too. He also made sure he had all of the feeding times exactly correct. He was very pleasant and kind to work with and clearly loved taking care of our boys. I would definitely recommend him to others! We would use him again too. 

If you have to leave the city for a long period of time in-home boarding is the best solution. You cat will be the only pet, you will receive periodic updates during the service. Contact us and send more details about the service you need, we'll get back to you as soon as possible.

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Alisha​ - by survey 11/14/2023
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Mercy is a very shy and anxious cat, and Denny was able to put her completely at ease by day 2 of her stay. She ate so well, she even gained a pound while there! We could not be happier with this great service!

Alicia​ - by survey 09/1/2023
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Denny looked after our Logan for about a week. He was very welcoming, and gave Logan his own space to explore and decompress. Logan seemed comfortable almost right away! Denny was very communicative, and sent updates and pics almost every day we were away. It was great having peace of mind that our boy was well looked after. Pick-up was a breeze - Denny had Logan's water fountain and litter tray bagged up and ready to go when we arrived. He's also quite the character! It was a treat getting to know him.

Peter​ - by survey 04/11/2023
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Denny was very attentive and caring, and his house was really perfect. He sent me numerous pictures and updates, and treated my cat as if he were his own. I really couldn't hope for a better caregiver and I recommend him wholeheartedly.

We help you connect with the best caregivers. Boarding is recommended for your longer term needs, your cat lives at the caregiver's apartment where she/he will be the only pet. Cat sitting visits are perfect for holidays and short trips, the caregiver will come and visit your cat/s until you return. Contact us and send more details about the service you need.

If you are leaving the city and need a temporary home for your cat/s, Jaidev could be available. In-home boarding is the best solution for your long term needs, your cat/s live at the caregiver's apartment where they will be the only pets. Contact us and send more details about the service you need.

Grace lives in a stylish one bedroom apartment. She is ready to welcome cat guests! There is a balcony here which always remains closed but the windows and door provide nice outdoor watching for a kitty. There is space for a cat to wander around and also plenty of soft resting spots. Grace also provides cat sitting visits so she is an experienced cat caregiver and will give loving attention to cats at her home whatever the temperament, age or breed.
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If you are located around midtown and need a cat sitting service Grace might be available and would love to help you with your cat/s. Contact us and send more details about the service you need. We'll get back to you as soon as possible.

Theresa and John might be available to take care of your cat/s while you're away. Home boarding is the best solution for your long term needs, you bring your cat/s to the caregiver's apartment where she/he will be the only pet. Contact us and tell us more about your cat/s and the service you need, we'll get back to you as soon as possible.

Kitty in NY provides the perfect cat care solution for your needs. Our cat sitting visits are a great solution for short trips. In-home boarding helps you find a temporary home when you need to leave the city for longer periods. Contact us with more information about the service you need.

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Peggy​ - by survey 10/11/2023
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Excellent care and communication, couldn't be happier with the experience!

Alyssa​ - by survey 07/08/2023
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Michelle was kind and wonderful! Took amazing care of my 3 cats. My flight was delayed coming back and she was very understanding and accommodating. Everything was all packed and cleaned when I picked up the cats. She sent me pictures and updates of them and it great to know they were in such good hands. The day after I picked them up she checked in on them to make sure everything was ok.

Kesav​ - by survey 04/09/2023
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Michelle Abbott-Smith is:
• Someone who immediately connects with humans and animals. I could tell this not just from the updates and messages she sent me regularly, but also from the way my cat bonded with her
• I never had any worry or doubt about my pet's health or happiness during the 3 weeks I was away. Michelle was very competent and loving throughout for my pet
• She was very methodical and thorough - she had all of my items packaged and ready for pickup neatly organized, all on time
• She also regularly gave me updates sprinkled with humor

Ayala​ - by survey 07/26/2022
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The service exceeded our expectations. Booking was a pleasure and we felt that our needs were taken into account very well. Michelle was absolutely incredible and we hope we can have her watch our cats again. She not only fed and medicated them, she clearly showed them so much love and attention that they seemed sad to be leaving her apartment.

Sahar - by survey
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We had a wonderful experience with Michelle. She is so experienced and our cats came back happier than when they left! She gave detailed descriptions of the days while we were away and we just loved everything about the process and how smooth it was and how accommodating and responsive she was!

Rachel - survey
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Michelle was amazing! Kind, caring and very professional!

Laura - survey
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My cats fell in love with Michelle. She was so attentive and doting. We received many updates and photos during their stay. When we first dropped them off I felt worried and guilty for leaving them behind. Those feelings disappeared almost immediately! I started to view the stay as their vacation! I highly recommend Michelle.

Juliana - survey
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Michelle was so nice, and my kitty seemed really calm and happy with her. She is wonderful! 

Natalia - survey
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Michelle cared deeply about my cats, provided well for them, gave regular updates, and let me know on a timely basis if she was running low on supplies

Rebecca - survey
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Friendly, Courteous, Went the extra mile and retrieve packages for me delivered in my absence

Linda - survey
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Our cats were healthy and happy when we returned and clearly comfortable with their caregiver when we came to pick them up. They hadn't gained or lost weight. 
Michelle also updated us during our trip with emails and photos to keep us reassured

Eve - survey
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Michelle was awesome. She left me detailed notes after each visit, she went above and beyond and was a joy to work with. I felt like my cats were in the best hands!
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Catriona - survey
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Michelle was very pleasant and we felt very comfortable the moment we met her. While our cat was in her care she sent me updates and photos every other day and it was clear that Michelle was very gentle and caring to our cat while she was in her care. 

Eve E. - survey
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Michelle is great! Can't say enough good things about her!

Michèle - survey
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Michelle sent a text everyday ( she has a great sense of humor!) and a picture or two of Rosie. I looked forward to this every day

Sarah - survey
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Michelle was so great, she sent updates every few days and was so attentive, kind and accommodating. Cannot recommend her enough!* * * * *
Michelle was very pleasant and we felt very comfortable the moment we met her. While our cat was in her care she sent me updates and photos every other day and it was clear that Michelle was very gentle and caring to our cat while she was in her care. 

We enjoy the fall with pumpkins, spiced teas and lattes, colorful leaves and orange decorations. Unfortunately it is sad that some people prefer to hurt pets during this time of the year. Make sure you keep your pets inside, not only they'll be warmer but the risk of losing your beloved cat increases during this period. Some shelters have a "no black cats adoption policy" before Halloween. They could just be used as Halloween props and then abandoned. Or much worse. Ritual sacrifice still exists, there are stories in the newspapers every now and then describing horrible scenes. Some could be dismissed as urban legends but the possibility is out there.

For all those reasons, please keep your cats indoors during October. Your neighbors might be wonderful but the traffic of strangers around Halloween increases. This makes it unsafe for cats to be outside, specially gentle cats who do not fear humans.
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On Halloween night you might want to keep your cats in a quiet room to avoid the constant visits and ringing. Even the quietest and most social cat becomes upset with so much traffic, costumes and excitement.

KITTY in NY provides cat sitting and in-home boarding services. Cat sitting visits are a good option if you leave for a long weekend or a few days. A caregiver would visit your cat/s, taking care of feeding, cleaning and scooping. You will receive regular updates after each visit. Contact us with more details about the service you need.

Photo by Hannah Troupe on Unsplash

This latter was a remarkably large and beautiful animal, entirely black, and sagacious to an astonishing degree. In speaking of his intelligence, my wife, who at heart was not a little tinctured with superstition, made frequent allusion to the ancient popular notion, which regarded all black cats as witches in disguise. Not that she was ever serious upon this point - and I mention the matter at all for no better reason than that it happens, just now, to be remembered.

Pluto - this was the cat's name - was my favourite pet and playmate. I alone fed him, and he attended me wherever I went about the house. It was even with difficulty that I could prevent him from following me through the streets.

Our friendship lasted, in this manner, for several years, during which my general temperament and character - through the instrumentality of the fiend Intemperance - had (I blush to confess it) experienced a radical alteration for the worse. I grew, day by day, more moody, more irritable, more regardless of the feelings of others. I suffered myself to use intemperate language to my wife. At length, I even offered her personal violence. My pets, of course, were made to feel the change in my disposition. I not only neglected, but ill-used them. For Pluto, however, I still retained sufficient regard to restrain me from maltreating him, as I made no scruple of maltreating the rabbits, the monkey, or even the dog, when by accident, or through affection, they came in my way. But my disease grew upon me - for what disease is like alcohol? - and at length even Pluto, who was now becoming old, and consequently somewhat peevish - even Pluto began to experience the effects of my ill-temper.

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We have a lot of black cat clients! Kitty in NY is the best option for your in-home boarding needs. Our caregivers love cats and enjoy their company. Contact us to book your cat boarding service. We have great caregivers in Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens. We look forward to helping you with your cat.

No matter how shy at first, or how hostile, any of my kitties have been I’ve yet to meet one that doesn’t end up snuggling on the couch with me. I have compiled a voluminous photo album of all my furry visitors and hope to keep adding pages to it for many years to come.

If you’re looking for a cat sitter in or around Chelsea, Steve will  be delighted feed and play with your kitties while you are away. If you want someone who adores kitties and is also nurturing and respectful, please connect with Steve.

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Lara - by survey 10/09/2023
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Steve was so easy to communicate with and helped make our trip to NYC with kitties stress free! I would hire him again in a heartbeat.

Alexandra - by survey 03/24/2022
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Steve was above and beyond sending us the cutest photos of Dusty and Oliver and answering any questions or concerns during the meet and greet. We’d welcome Steve back into our home to watch our little guy and my twin sisters big guy anytime!

Sarah - by survey 10/30/2021
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Steve sent pix and changed complicated auto kitty litter and was, in general, friendly and professional.

Erika - by survey
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​Steve definitely took the time to observe Lola and assess her needs / emotional state. It made me very comfortable to know that she was in experienced, caring hands. I would recommend Steve to anyone!

Chris - by survey
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My sitter, Steve, was perfect - great care, the cats loved him, great communication -- and pictures! Will definitely be my first choice from now on.

Val loves animals! He could also visit your cat/s in your apartment if you are leaving the city for just a few days, our cat sitting visits are recommended for short term. Contact us and send us more details about your cat/s and the service you prefer, either boarding or cat sitting visits. We'll be glad to help you.

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Marcia - by survey 07/06/2023
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Val was great. He was very responsive and gave frequent updates.

Ricardo - by survey 01/16/2023
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A lot of care from Marcus' caretakers, and attention. A real gem of a service. Val was attentive, sweet, top-notch!

When you have to leave the city for a long period of time, it's stressful to find a solution to care for our cat/s. Home boarding is the best option, you bring your cat/s to the caregiver's apartment where he/she will be the only pet. Cat sitting visits are recommended for your short term needs. Contact us and send more details about your cat/s and the service you need.

Larry would enjoy taking care of your cat/s while you're away. You will receive periodic updates during the service. In-home boarding is recommended for your long term needs, your cat/s live at the caregiver's apartment where they will be the only pets. Contact us and send more details about your cat/s and the service you need.

If you are located in the Village or the LES, Morgan might be available to help you with your cat. Our boarding service is recommended for longer services or very social cats. Cat sitting visits work best for short term (long weekends or holidays), a caregiver will visit your cat in your apartment. Contact us and send more details about the service you need, we'll get back to you as soon as possible.

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Hellyn - by survey 09/15/2023
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Morgan was great to work with. My cat felt very comfortable with her and also in her home. She took exceptional care for her. She sent sent me photos daily which I really appreciate. I highly recommend her!

Suzanne - by survey 08/01/2023
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Morgan was great! She and Domino got along super well, and I would absolutely have him stay with her again!

We would like to introduce you to some of our caregivers. KITTY in NY has selected over the years some outstanding people who have one thing in common: they LOVE cats!

Hey there my name is Alfiya! I'd be absolutely puuurfect for the job of taking care of your precious kitty. Cats are like my spirit animals, and I've got an uncanny knack for connecting with them on a deep level. I have been lucky to have two cats of my own in the past. Now I keep the cat love alive with regular Facetime sessions with my family's cat back home. As a full-time fashion designer, my schedule is a bit like a cat's curiosity – it's hybrid! I do venture into the office occasionally, but most days, I work from the comfort of my decent-sized one-bedroom apartment nestled between the Upper East Side and East Harlem. You can trust me to shower your kitty with all the attention they need, ensuring they're happy, healthy, and feeling the love while you're away. I'm genuinely excited about the prospect of meeting you and your furry friend! 🐱💖
PS: I love cat videos 

Alfiya will be glad to help you with your cat/s until you return to the city. Your cats will live at the caregiver's apartment where they will be the only pets. Boarding is perfect for your longer term needs. If you are leaving the city for a few days we recommend cat sitting visits. Contact us and tell us more about your cat/s and the service you need.

Maine Coons were well established more than a century ago as a hardy, handsome breed of domestic cat, well equipped to survive hard New England winters. The Maine Coon is a strong, healthy cat.

Everything about the Maine Coon is designed to survive a harsh climate. Its coat, heavy and water-resistant, is like that of no other breed. The coat falls smoothly, and is almost maintenance-free: a weekly combing is all that is usually required to keep it in top condition. The long, bushy tail which the cat wraps around himself when he curls up to sleep can protect him from cold winters. His ears are heavily furred for protection from the cold. With their round, tufted feet are able to walk on snow. The relatively long muzzle facilitates lapping water from streams and puddles.

Maine Coons are muscular, tall cats; males can reach 13 to 18 pounds, females weigh about 9 to 12 pounds.

Maine Coons take time to develop, achieving their full size when they are 3 to 5 years old. Their character remains kittenish throughout their lives; they are big, gentle and good-natured.

While Maine Coons are people oriented cats, they are not overly dependent. They do not constantly pester you for attention, but prefer to "hang out" with their owners, investigating whatever activity you're involved in. They are not, as a general rule, known as "lap cats" but as with any personality trait there are a few Maine Coons that prefer laps. Most Maine Coons will stay close by, probably occupying the chair next to yours instead. Maines will follow you from room to room or wait outside a closed door for you to emerge. A Maine Coon will be your companion, your buddy, your pal. They make great family pets.

The Maine Coon is a popular breed in New York. Kitty in NY has many clients who need a temporary home for their Maine Coon: relocations, renovations, moving to a new apartment, a dream vacation or an important business trip. Kitty in NY is the perfect solution for all those occasions. Your cat will enjoy a temporary loving home until you return to the city. You will receive periodic updates. We have great options in Manhattan, Brooklyn or Queens. Contact us to book your next boarding service with us.

If you live in the Forest Hills area and need a boarding or a cat sitting service, Elizabeth could be available and happy to help you with your cat/s. Contact us and send more details about the service you need. We'll get back to you as soon as possible.
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REVIEWS

Danielle - survey 09/09/2023
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She was very caring and considered how my cat has so much anxiety and honored his space. This was my first time boarding my cat and being without him since I adopted him at 15 weeks old. He's 2.5 years old now. She is very caring and we felt that we left Marshmellow in good hands.  Her apartment is very clean and organized and feels safe for any pet to stay.  I highly recommend her to anyone looking for boarding services especially if it is your first time.

Anna - survey 08/30/2023
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Elizabeth was boarding my two cats for two months and really created a wonderful home away from home for them. She stayed in touch with me and regularly sent updates on how they were doing, gave them a lot of care and attention. I would definitely use Elizabeth again and highly recommend her services to anyone in need of car boarding.

If you live in the East Village and need a temporary home for your cat/s, William might be available. Boarding is the best solution for long term services or very social cats who look for human interaction. Contact us and send more details about the service you need, we'll be glad to help you.

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Sarah - by survey 09/09/2023
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Everything went really well for my cat Matilda’s stay with William.

William took really good care of Matilda, was very thoughtful for her needs and kept me updated throughout. She settled in straight away and looked very relaxed and happy which gave me huge peace of mind while away.

We will be in touch next time we go away so we can book William to care for her again!

Anjali - by survey 08/10/2023
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William went above and beyond in his care for Cleo. He sent me photos of her every few days with updates on how she was doing. He also took her to the vet when she was ill. He was very good about staying in communication with me and Cleo enjoyed her time with him.

If you are located around Chelsea, Ronnie could be available. Cat sitting visits is the perfect solution for your short term needs (weekends, holidays, short business trips). Your cat will be visited in your apartment until you return. You will receive updates after every visit. Contact us and tell us more about your cat/s and the service you need, we'll be glad to help you.

If you are looking for a temporary home for your cat/s, Woodson might be available. Home boarding is the best solution for your long term needs. You bring your cat/s to the caregiver's apartment where they will be the only pets. You will receive periodic updates during the service. Contact us and send more details about your needs, we'll be glad to help you.

​We would like to introduce you to some of our caregivers. KITTY in NY has selected over the years some outstanding people who have one thing in common: they LOVE cats!

My name is Albena and I live in a spacious 1 bedroom apartment, near the Bronx Botanical Garden.  I know that your cat/s will love living here not only because of the abundance of space to run and leap, but also because I have a wonderful cat tree where they can climb and sharpen their claws.

I also provide cat sitting services in your home as I am willing to travel throughout the Bronx and Manhattan.  I am a professional dancer and my job provides me with a flexible schedule to meet your needs.  Your pet will be happy receiving the warmth and attention they deserve. 

If your kitty has special medical needs I am adept at administering pills, drops, subcutaneous fluids and diabetic injections.  My sensitivity for shy cats help to give extra soothing comfort.  My clients have returned to find their pets friends a bit sweeter.  Clients have been kind enough to provide me with a five star rating.

As a passionate animal lover, I grew up with cats predominately.  My entire family consists of cat people with amazing stories to tell.  My love and interest in the feline kingdom has grown over the years while owning numerous cats, deeply bonding with them, playing, cuddling, learning about their unique personalities and also witnessing (as difficult as it has been) their transitions.  It will be an honor and a pure joy to meet you and your furry friend/s...

If you live uptown or in the Bronx, Albena will provide the perfect temporary home for your cat/s. Her spacious apartment is kitty proof, your cat/s will enjoy the huge cat tree in her living room. Contact us with more information about your service.

KITTY in NY provides cat sitting and boarding services. Our 30 min cat sitting visits are recommended for short periods. If you need to leave for 10 days or more we can board your cat with one of our caregivers. Your kitty will be the only pet in the apartment. it is a great option for mid/long term periods. Read more about cat sitting and boarding in our blog.

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REVIEWS

Silvena  - survey 09/06/2023
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Albena was great with our cat and clearly made a connection with him. She was also a good and prompt communicator and clearly has lots of experience with cats. I truly enjoyed working with her and felt at ease leaving Lucky in her care.

Andrea  - survey 9/28/2022
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Mambacita seemed to be very comfortable in the Albena’s home. Albena warmly welcomed Mambacita in her home, allowed her access to many of the rooms and sent me pictures everyday. In the pictures my cat look comfortable and safe and I know she felt at home.

Arleen  - survey 08/11/2022
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Albena made my cats very comfortable with a new person taking care of them. She came into the apartment with joy and affection for the cats. She even was able to give them a grooming that they sorely needed, something I was never able to do! I am very happy that Albena took care of my cats and I look forward to when she can care for them again!

Carolyne  - survey 10/17/2021
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I was very satisfied with the services Albena provided for ICY.
Icy had a fabulous time. Albena provided photos everyday of Icy playing in the cat tree, playing with toys, looking out the window and just being a cozy cat in a blanket. I will surely use Kitty in NY again. Thanks so much.
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Susanne  - survey
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Albena was awesome with Loki! She provided pictures and updates, and I could see that my cat really enjoyed using the large cat tree she has. Loki was even reluctant to come with me when I came to pick him up! That tells how much he enjoyed his time with Albena!

Meredith  - survey
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Albena is our cat's fairy godmother! We never worry when she is coming. This was an especially long trip and I was nervous about being gone for so long. She took such good care of Cyrus while we were away. We are so grateful for her!

Andrej - survey
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Easy to use. Fast to respond and get organized. Caregiver was very affectionate with Etoile and sent regular pictures/updates.

Meredith - survey
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Albena is wonderful! We felt so comfortable knowing she was giving our cat so much love and attention while we were away. She's great and we will definitely be requesting her in the future.

Cary - survey
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Upon meeting Albena at the interview I was sure she was a cat lover, and that my cat Baby would have a great stay! Albena was so great at sending daily photos of Baby, which gave me great comfort that she was doing well! When I picked her up, it seemed as if Baby was so at home, she just might not want to leave!
All in all it was a great choice and I thank you so much!!!
 
Yulonda - survey
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Albena was such a great cat sitter. She sent me pictures and captures of my little one via text and email. She was comfortable the same night I dropped her off. She was at her second home. I was bragging while I was on my vacation how my baby was in good hands. Kudos. I will definitely use your company as well as Albena again. Thank you

Ako - survey
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Albena was great! She adjusted drop-off/pick-up time so flexible. while my cat was with her, she sent me a picture every single day, let me know how my baby was doing. From these pictures, I could tell my cat was very comfortable and happy :) Thank you very much!!

Roxie - survey
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Albena was amazing!! It was so tough being away from my two cats, Cocoa and Ronnie, however Albena's daily pictures and videos made the distance bearable. She was so kind and I could tell that my cats had an awesome time with her. I would definitely use Kitty in NY's services again.

Elka - survey
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Albena took care of our cat Chase for two weeks while we were away. Albena loves cats and has a special connection with them. She talks to them, plays with them and is very attentive to their needs. When Chase was not eating in the beginning of her visit Albena bought her special paste to bring back her appetite. She totally converted Chase to healthier food, which she refused to eat in the past. She sent us regular updates, and we found Chase very relaxed and comfortable in her home two weeks later.

Alexa - survey
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Albena took very good care of Hephaestus, and he was clearly happy and relaxed when we came to pick him up. She also took the time to send us occasional photos of him, along with brief updates, which we very much appreciated.

We would like to introduce you to some of our caregivers. KITTY in NY has selected over the years some outstanding people who have one thing in common: they LOVE cats!

I have a great spacious one-bedroom apartment in the heart of Forest Hills. I live alone and my apartment is very safe for the cats. I have taken care of cats for over 15 years.  The cats usually take over my apartment and I just pay the rent.... They always feel very comfortable and they can sleep with me in my room, go on the couch, pretty much whatever they want to do. I keep treats for the cats when the behave and am very gentle with the cats. I love playing with them as well as I am at a Petland buying up the store for them.

They call me the "cat lady" so to speak... I have had a lap cat in the past and simply loved when she would curl up on my lap. My last two cats lived until 20 and 21  years of age... they were pretty much spoiled. Well that is pretty much my "cat life story". Rest assured you cat would be extremely safe with me.  I am experienced in giving medication to cats.

I'm now retired so your cats won't feel lonely.

If you live in Brooklyn or Queens, please ask for Beth and she can provide the perfect temporary home for your cat/s. You will receive periodic updates during the boarding. Contact us and send more details about the service you need. We'll be glad to help you.

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Elizabeth​ - by survey 09/06/2023
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A big shout-out goes out to Beth for handling my not-so-easy Bengal Pigeon. Beth watched Pigeon for 3 weeks. Not only did she survive his neediness and torrent of meows, but Mr. Pigeon came back to house calmer than he left. Beth even got him into a feeding routine that will greatly please our vet, since he’s gained a little weight (a goal for our picky old man). She’s very experienced with cats. I would leave Pigeon with her again in heartbeat; and I dare say, he enjoyed the time that he spent with her too. Many thanks to all!

Vivian​ - by survey 07/31/2023
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Beth was wonderful and loving to Freya. She was absolutely accommodating and I appreciated every one of the updates she sent me. Freya came back home like we weren't even gone in the first place and didn't have any stress. Would absolutely book with her again!

Lisa - by survey 06/18/2023
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Beth was fantastic about keeping me up-to-date with Mochi's well-being/condition for the duration of Mochi's stay with her. Mochi seemed very happy and content in the photos, and upon her return home with me, she was extremely relaxed without any apparent anxiety or clinginess. Mochi's happy state was a very good indication that she was well cared for during her stay with Beth. Beth asked a lot of great, thoughtful questions when I dropped off Mochi, and she took the time to show me around the spaces that Mochi would be in and to make sure that everything was set up for Mochi to settle in quickly. All in all, I'm very thankful that Mochi was in such great hands and I thank Kitty in NY for matching us up.

Judy - by survey 05/25/2023
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Beth was wonderful! Her frequent pictures and updates helped me know Roamer was in great hands. She truly is a cat whisperer!

Savannah - by survey 03/06/2023
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Beth was amazing! We got update texts with pictures of our boys every few days. It was obvious she loved them and they loved her. Spider and Phillip seemed really comfortable. Beth was great at communicating to make sure our food and litter deliveries arrived in time, and helped us problem solve when there were delays. We couldn’t have asked for a better home for our cats while we were traveling.

Lynette - by survey 09/25/2022
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Beth was exceptional with my Bella. She kept me posted on her emotional state and sent updated pictures. Bella went from off standish to best friend with Beth. This was my first time leaving my baby with anybody let alone a stranger stranger. I cried as I hugged her goodbye and Beth reassured me she would be fine.
She was absolutely right.

Sonia - survey
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She was wonderful - always kept us up to date with what Niko was doing. Beth treated Niko like family!!

Adrienne - survey
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Beth did a wonderful job with my tuxedo cat Rami, she provided her own litter box and treats and was all around very lovely to meet and speak with! :) She sent me regular updates of how Rami was doing during his stay, i wasn't sure if Rami would feel comfortable being in another person's home at first, but he seemed very comfortable and right at home by the first night, he was out and about, using Beth's litter box and eating all his dry food. I will definitely contact Beth in the future if I have any trips since both my cat and I were so happy with her :) - Thank you so much again!

Cynthia - survey
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She worked wonderfully with Rosie. Rosie is very timid and this is the first time she ever stayed with a cat sitter. Beth gave her time to adjust to being in a new apartment with a new caregiver, and eventfully Rosie became comfortable with her. She took excellent care of her and kept me updated with texts and photos. I would highly recommend her and your service and definitely use her service again.

Beth
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Beth was way more than I expected from a caregiver. When I picked Saxon up, it was clear that he was very happy where he was and had been well taken care of! I will definitely use her again and will certainly recommend her to others!!!

Iva
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I can't express how impressed I was with your service and the thoughtful care Beth gave my cat. She was really able to put me at ease and let me enjoy my vacation when I was thousands of miles away. I can’t thank her enough!! 

Cynthia
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Too cute! Honestly these photos are unbelievable. I have never seen Mimi and Trixi so happy and content. We pointed out they are never so near one another as in your pics. And the one where Trixie is sleeping, we've never seen her sleeping with her ankles crossed. They are in cat heaven! Thank you so much for taking such super good care of them!

If you are looking for a reliable caregiver in or around Crown Heights, Brooklyn, Gari might be available. Cat sitting visits are the best solution for your short term needs (weekends, holidays, short business trips). You will receive updates after every visit. Contact us and send more details about your cat/s and the service you need. We'll be glad to help you!