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’s Alison (they/them) and I’ve been around cats my whole life. In addition to having them as pets, I also used to volunteer at and foster for the local animal shelter, giving me experience with all sorts of situations: kittens with their mom, bottle babies, end-of-life care, and my most recent cat, Pepper, who was FIV+ (Photo below). She passed away a couple months back and while I’ve missed her tremendously, I’m excited to be able to spread a little of that TLC to the cats at KittyInNY. I also understand having their person be away can be very stressful on them, so I want to be gentle with them and get to know their own personalities and needs. That being said, I’m adept at handling cats who may become scared or aggressive, and whether they’re a certified lap cat or a little shy, I can’t wait to fill-in while they’re favorite person is away.

If you are leaving the city for a few days and live around Bushwick, Alison could be available and happy to help you with your cat/s. Contact us and send more details about the service you need.

If you are leaving for a few days and need a cat sitting service in the Upper East Side, Rachel could be available. Contact us and send more details about the service you need. We'll be glad to help you with your cat/s!

If you are located near Midtown Manhattan Emily could be available to take care of your kitties while you're away. Contact us and send more details about the service you need. We'll be glad to help you.

If you live in Midtown Manhattan Antoinette is the perfect option to take care of your cat/s while you're away. She can visit your cat in your apartment, cat sitting services, or you can bring your cat to her apartment where he/she will be the only pet until you come back. Our cat boarding service is perfect for mid-long term. Contact Kitty in NY with more details about the service you need.

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Garrett - by survey 07/07/2022
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Antoinette was extremely loving and caring towards Buki. I had no service over the weekend and she was patient with our communication. She made sure to text and email updates and pictures of Buki. Buki was great upon my return. I highly recommend Antoinette and Kitty in NY!

Garrett - by survey 12/30/2021
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Toni is very responsive and attentive to both ours and our cat’s needs. We loved the photos she provided!

Jason - survey
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Toni was amazing. Had something fall through with our previous cat caretaker and called Kitty in NY and was connected with Toni. She took us in very last minute and took the best care of our kitten Parker. She sent tons of photos and had a lot of fun with him over the weekend. It's very very obvious that Toni adores cats and animals in general and is very knowledgeable about their care. She had the nicest things to say about him. Parker is a slippery one who gets everywhere and has no idea what danger is, so making sure he's safe and happy is very important to us. With Toni, I had not a worry in the world. Will definitely book again with her!!

Catherine - survey
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Toni was a wonderful sitter! She kept us up to date about our two kitties while we were gone for 2 weeks with lots of fun photos. She clearly has a love for cats and really enjoys taking care of them. We definitely plan to hire her again in the future!

Si Ying - survey
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Toni loves to take photos of cats so she provides an update or two every day with photos of our cat. When we went to pick our baby up at her apartment, we can tell that our baby was very relaxed (she just plop onto the carpet) and happy (tail high in the air and running all over the place). 

Elizabeth - survey
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Toni truly loves my cat and spent time playing with him and paying attention to him. I got pictures of my happy cat everyday and he was completely calm when I got home from my trip.

Caitlin - survey
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Antoinette was genuinely compassionate and loving to my kitty. I trusted her entirely.

Bill - survey
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Toni is absolutely amazing with my cat. I always feel totally comfortable with her watching him; he is a shy rescue but loves hanging out with Toni! 

Elizabeth - survey
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My cat looks super happy and content upon my return from a 12-day vacation. Toni sent me multiple pictures of my kitty everyday and I felt truly relaxed when I knew that my kitty was in good hands.

Gabriela - survey
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Antoinette is such a wonderful caregiver for our furbaby! She really cares a great deal about our kitty and sends us gorgeous photos while we're away.

Stephen - survey
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Antoinette obviously adores cats, and took care of my two 17-year-olds with medical needs. She did an excellent job.

David - survey
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Toni was an absolutely fantastic host to our cat. She sent us pictures showing how happy he was every day. When I picked him up, he didn't want to leave! And she was so friendly and accommodating in every way. We will definitely ask her to babysit our cat the next time we go away. Thank you for introducing her to us.

Michael - survey
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Toni is incredible attentive, loving, and reliable. I would recommend her without hesitation.

Nate - survey
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Toni was incredibly caring and responsive. She sent us photos and updates every day. We felt great knowing our little guy was so well taken care of. 

Anna - survey
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Antoinette was very warm and understanding of all the perks in our cat's behavior. Our kitty is very shy and Tony gave her full access to a closet to hide :-) She was sending us updates every few days as well. 

Lizzie - survey
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Antoinette is excellent! She spends a lot of time playing with my cat, Mint Julep, and sends me a ton of pictures. It is a pleasure to have her cat sit!

Grace - survey
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We loved the pictures everyday and the cute little subject titles she wrote for each. We felt that our kitty was in great hands.
Thank you so much!

Elizabeth - survey
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Toni is amazing. She sent me many pictures of my cat everyday and provided detailed updates about my cat. When I got home, my cat was completely content and happy. I will definitely ask Toni to take care of my cat next time I am out of town.

Johanna - survey
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Toni was more than wonderful, and went above and beyond any and all expectations. She got to know Tildy, she made sure my sweet old kitty was comfortable, picking her up and then down from the bed, sending photos, Toni was more wonderful than I could have anticipated - Tildy is now one spoiled kitty!

Lizzie - survey
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Antoinette sent me a lot of pictures each day, and spent some time each visit playing with my cat. I have a very personable, energetic cat who needs a lot of attention. When I came home after four days away, he seemed happy and carefree, which I took to be a great sign. Thank you!

Sydney - survey
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Antoinette was fabulous! She took very good care of Waylon and I am very happy with her service. Highly recommended!

Peter - survey
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Toni did a great job! We loved all of the pictures, and it seemed like our cat really enjoyed her company.

Sebastian - survey
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My cats loved Toni. She sent pictures every day to let me know how my babies were doing!

Danielle - survey
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Toni was absolutely amazing. We got awesome pictures every single visit, and the cats definitely loved her. They weren't even cross with us for leaving them! It was so great having peace of mind that they were being cared for by someone who loves cats as much as we do. :) We'll definitely use your service whenever we have to be away from home

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 always been an animal lover and done a great deal of cat- dog- and horse-sitting during my life.  I recently lost my own beloved kitty (winter 2015) and miss feline company.  Thought it would be lovely to welcome your cat into my home and give him or her all my affection until one day when I feel ready to adopt another pal.  I am used to care for cats of different temperaments and ages, and enjoy the process of gently exploring their individual needs and preferences.  If this involves rearranging a few things in my home to accommodate a kitty’s choices, I am happy to do so. 
I live alone in a clean and quiet small studio apartment on the boarder between Chelsea and the Village.  It has lots of light and places for a cat to lounge.  I work as an equine photographer and do all the editing at home, so your cat would have plenty of company and play time.  Hope to make their acquaintance soon.

If you live in Chelsea, Pia would be the perfect choice to take care of your cat. She will devote all the time and love your kitty needs. Contact Kitty in NY and tell us more about the service you need. We provide in-home boarding and cat sitting solutions. We'll be glad to help you.
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Morgan​ - by survey 06/27/2022
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Pia was absolutely wonderful at watching my silly old cat. Oliver doesn’t get much attention at home, and it’s clear that he received a ton of attention with Pia! He also requires medication daily and has been very particular about his food. Pia was great at updating me with which brands he was actually eating and if he had taken his medication. Beyond that, Pia sent the cutest videos of Oliver enjoying his time with her. Can’t thank her enough for clearly providing Oliver with care, attention, and love.

Nick​ - by survey 03/10/2022
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Pia took loving care of our kitty...we received daily fotos & videos that reassured us that our cat was relaxed, comfortable and being well looked after....which we are most grateful for.
We will definitely work with KittyInNYC and Pia again!

Drew​ - by survey 01/21/2022
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Pia was super friendly and gave thorough and fun updates every day. Most of all I could see how well Pia was taking care of my cat by how affectionate my cat was towards her.

Lee - by survey 10/12/2021
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Pia is smart, kind and has great communication skills. She understood Sammy's personality profile and didn't try to force him to do anything he didn't want to do, but she did spend a good deal of time with him even though he didn't emerge from under the bed while she was here. Would definitely want to book with her again.
Thanks for everything!

Amanda - by survey
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Pia followed all directions, not only meeting, but going beyond all expectations. She was very caring toward Theo, sent me detailed notes of their time together and always included photo and video.

Sara - by survey
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Pia was the most wonderful cat sitter! She really took it upon herself to get to know my cats and their different personalities and needs. Pia also sent lots of video and pictures.

Mu - survey
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I can’t appreciate enough how much good care Pia put into our two kitties. She truly loves the kitties and kitties enjoy her presence. Plus she is a fantastic photographer. I would recommend Pia to anyone.

Melissa - survey
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Pia was exceptional. She clearly knows her stuff around kitties and I was confident our little guy was in good hands. She gave detailed updates and sent great pictures. I would highly recommend!

Sara - survey
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Pia was very thorough in her questions about Mimi, her habits, her likes and dislikes. She was very respectful of her being a shy cat with strangers and let her be. 

Elena - survey
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Pia was very attentive to the cats. Provided ample playtime with them in addition to all the kitty chores. Great photographer and storyteller.

Jeffrey - survey
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Excellent knowledge of cats and spent lots of time engaging with my cat in a way that I was deeply impressed by. Great updates as well. 

Mike - survey
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Pia is the best. She sends me pics and videos of my cats on the days she is visiting and she also helps to clean up if there are any messes.

Rachel - survey
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Pia is the best kitty sitter we could ask for. She is super reliable, and goes above and beyond in terms of caring for our cat ollie. She always sends detailed updates and photos when she sits. The apartment and litter box will always be left in great condition as well!

Mary - survey
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Pia is SO sweet and always goes above and beyond the call of duty. She loves and values my cat. And it is SO convenient to drop off my cat to her. And she is happy to go buy more food, if needed.

Elena and Peej - survey
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Pia was very responsive will all communications prior to boarding, and sent thorough updates during the boarding period. From the pictures she send, you could clearly see that Pompi was well cared for, relaxed, and happy. Pia also went above and beyond her duties when Peej had trouble putting Pompi into her carrier before dropping her off.

Mary Robin - survey
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Pia is excellent on all fronts. She is loving AND she is willing to pick up the litter and food at the Pet Central near her (I suspect because her building is unable to receive deliveries.) Also, she keeps bowls, a brush and toys (sometimes I am in a hurry and forget to pack everything I should) - she is just a kind and thoughtful person and has a caring spirit - I suspect this is true in all her endeavors. 

Sebastien - survey
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Pia was the best with our little Leon! She was really caring with him and gave him all her love! He came back home really happy and in great shape. We also loved the daily emails with multiple pictures that she sent us!

Meghan - survey
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She was incredibly thorough and caring. She spent quality with my little kitty, played with and loved on him. Sent several photos, which was much appreciated because I was missing him on my trip. We will definitely use Pia again!

Sharon - survey
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Pia was very communicative and made sure all aspects of the cats' care were addressed- food, water, environment, grooming and play.

Mary - survey
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Pia is simply the best: genuinely caring and attentive to detail. I think she takes better care of our cat than we do (more attention, for sure). When I picked up cat, she even walked me downstairs and to the corner to help me find a cab. My load was heavy. P stands for perfection in this case. 

Amanda - survey
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Pia made me feel very at ease leaving my cat. She sent lovely pictures and very thorough updates daily. It seemed like my cat didn't even notice I was gone because she was so happy!

Louise - survey
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Our caregiver provided wonderful detailed updates including. photos and videos, and our cat loved her! She is usually so shy, but she really loved Pia! Maybe more than us!

Emily - survey
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We really enjoyed having Pia watch our cat. Our cat does not like strangers and we appreciate Pia being able to handle a somewhat "difficult" pet. 

Alana - survey
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Pia was fantastic. I could tell how invested she was with this job and how much she loves animals. Instantly she put myself and my kitty to ease. Marlow took to her almost immediately and her daily updates were fantastic. 

Jeff - survey
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Pia went above and beyond my expectations. She loved our cats like we do and spent more then 30 mins with them on some days. I never worried about them while I was away.

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 taken care of many pets for my friends and family over the years and have decided to do it with Kitty In NY professionally. I have always loved animals! 

When I am not spending time with animals, I am a makeup artist for commercial and editorial projects. I get to be creative and meet people, which is a dream. 

I promise to be respectful of your homes and treat your pets like my own. 

Lindsay will be glad to help you with your cat/s. If you are located in Astoria, Queens, please contact us and send more details about the service you need.

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Lorenzo​ - by survey 07/04/2022
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Lindsay was very easy to communicate with - she kept us up to date of everything that was happening with our cats. She was very sweet with them and did a wonderful job in giving medicine to George. She allowed us to relax while on vacation and away from the cats!

David has been a lifelong pet owner and animal lover, having raised both cats and
dogs since his early childhood. He is, by profession, an IT Specialist, but he began,
over the past few years, scaling back and working from home, which afforded him
the opportunity to make cat-sitting a primary focus. When asked about his general
philosophy, David says:
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Hi, my name is David! I have been a lifelong pet owner and animal lover, having raised both cats and dogs since early childhood. I am, by profession, an IT Specialist, but began, over the past few years, scaling back and working from home, which afforded me the opportunity to make cat-sitting a major focus.

If asked about my general philosophy, I would say because many people view cats as being such self-sufficient creatures, it’s easy for them to take for granted the notion that they are just fine when left alone. Being so familiar with them, and having spent as much time as I have taking care of other people's cats over the years, I realize how untrue this is. It is important for the cats, as well as their humans to have someone there--not just to feed them & clean their litter boxes, but to provide a consistent level of companionship and stress-relieving stimulation, if even only for a brief amount of time every day. This is something that I feel is essential for a pet owner, and it is work that brings me great joy.​

I was born and raised in Brooklyn where I was surrounded by my family’s cats and dogs until I went away to Stony Brook University for my undergraduate education. It was then that I experienced the sorrow of losing a pet for the first time when my American Wirehair mix, Cookie passed away while I was away at school. I credit this experience, in part, with helping to shape the empathy with which I approach the care of another person’s cat(s)--particularly those with health concerns or of advanced age. Treating your cat(s) with the care and affection that I would my own beloved pet is my guiding principle and reflects the baseline standard of care that I provide.

I am fully vaccinated/boosted against COVID-19, and will wear a mask during visits. I am available in the following New York City areas: Bed-Stuy (Bedford-Stuyvesant), Fort Greene, Clinton Hills, Park Slope, Williamsburg, Greenpoint, DUMBO, Boerum Hill, Cobble Hill, Brooklyn Heights, Kensington and Long Island City (LIC).​

​If you need Cat Sitting service in Brooklyn, contact us with more details. We’ll be glad to help you!

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Seth - by survey 06/21/2022
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David was thorough and took great care of our kitties. Was also very easy to communicate with, I'd recommend him to anyone!

Megan - by survey 03/24/2022
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David sent us really good picture of my cat and i missed him so much they made me so happy. he also played with my cat so he wouldn’t be lonely. thrilled to use again and would highly recommend!

Samantha - by survey 11/15/2021
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David was communicative and obviously loved cats. Would have him cat sit Bruce again in a heartbeat!

Mara - by survey
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David was great - timely and thorough communication, very nice, took good care of the cats!! Extremely professional all around and I'm very satisfied.

Jessica - by survey
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David is AMAZING! He sent beautiful photos and videos and went above and beyond our expectations. He was caring and attentive and even troubleshooted the electric fountain. We’d be thrilled to welcome him back!

Elissa - by survey
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David was fantastic! A clear communicator and a caring person. He really made an effort with our cats and spent time with them. He seems very trustworthy and I feel good about leaving my cats and home under his watch.


Olivia​ - by survey
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David gave us the gift of peace of mind while we were out of town. I had a lot of anxiety about leaving our cats because of a previous incident with a cat sitter, but David put my mind at total ease. He has such a calming demeanor that I know our cats picked up on and appreciated. I could tell he was very knowledgeable about cats and has a genuine love for them. That makes all the difference for me. Because one of our cats takes medicine daily, we had very specific instructions for their care, and David not only rose to the occasion, he went above and beyond. He asked great questions when he came for the first home visit and sent many daily photos with details on how our cats were doing while we were away. I cannot tell you how much I appreciated all of this. I will definitely be booking with David again. Thank you!​

If you are looking for a temporary home for your kitty, Steph could be your perfect match. Contact us and send more details about the service you need, we'll be glad to help you.

If you are located in the Prospect Park area, Rafaella will be glad to visit your cat/s and send you updates. Contact us and send more details about the service you need.

If you are leaving the city for a few days, Xu could take care of your cat/s while you're away. Contact us and send more details about the service you need, we'll be glad to help you.

If you are going away for a few days and need help with your cat/s, Malik could be your perfect match. He will visit cats located in LIC, you will receive updates after each visit. Contact us and send more details about your cat/s, we'll be glad to help you.

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Kim​ - by survey 06/13/2022
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Malik was great! We loved the videos, photos and messages he sent; and he was accommodating to my schedule. We will 100% be requesting to use him again!!

If you're located close to Harlem, Sophie will provide a perfect temporary home for your furry friend until you're available. In-Home Boarding is a good solution for long term or very social cats. Contact us and send more details about the service you need. We'll be glad to help you.

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Nikki​ - by survey 06/06/2022
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Tiger is a little bit more high maintenance than most cats since she's 18 years old and has some litter box issues, so I was worried about finding a caregiver that would accommodate her for the month I was gone. Sophie was very patient and sweet, she knew a lot about caring for senior cats and I was very comfortable leaving Tiger with her while I was away! Tiger warmed up to her immediately (she showed Sophie her belly!), and I could tell that she felt very at ease in Sophie's home. I recommend Sophie to anyone who needs cat sitter services and would happily use her again!

David​ - by survey 03/10/2022
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Merci pour pour la semaine -
Shadow is behaving very well as is very calm following the week at Sophie's place!
A very detailed - zero pb drop out / pick up cat and accessories/litter box
Clearly cat was well taken care of.

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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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 are looking for a cat sitter in Midtown, Debra could be your perfect match. She would come to your apartment while you're away and send you 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.

If you're located in Brooklyn, around Prospect Park, Sidra could be the best place for your cat/s to stay while you are away. Send us more details about your cat and the service you need, we'll be glad to help you. 

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Tiffany - by survey 05/05/2022
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Sidra was exceptionally kind and provided piece of mind while boarding my cat, Lux. I appreciated her communication when it came to bringing Lux and also in the flexibility to pick her up. She provided wonderful updates so that I knew how the stay was going and I was very appreciated of her professionalism, my cat is shy and Sidra has the magic touch in getting Lux comfortable and happy quickly. I will always seek out Sidra in the future and will recommend her to anyone that asks! Thank you!!

If you're looking for a loving temporary home for your cat/s and live in Washington Heights, New York we recommend you visit and meet Lorraine. Contact us and send more details about your cat/s and the service you need.

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Farrah - by survey 04/22/2022
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Lorraine took great care of my cat and obviously puts a lot of thought into how to care for cats she watches after. She sent photos every day via email, as I couldn’t receive texts, and was flexible with drop off and pick up time.

Kendra - survey
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Lorraine was flexible with our drop-off and pick-up times, very responsive, and sent lots of cute photos of our happy cats while we were away!

If you live close to East Harlem/Carnegie Hill and are looking for cat boarding or cat sitting services while you are out of town we recommend that you connect with Sharisse. ​ Contact us and send more details about your cat/s and the service you need.
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Farrah - by survey 04/20/2022
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Sharisse was excellent. She was very communicative. She sent plenty of pictures and updates and was understanding of the time difference when I would text after she had left. She even cleaned up a plant my cats knocked over. 10/10 would recommend and use her again.

Jean - by survey 04/07/2022
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Very professional service. The woman who watched my cat was super responsible and helpful. Could not be more satisfied with this service and happy to write a positive review anytime.

Rachel - by survey 03/26/2022
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Sharisse was extremely attentive, detail-oriented, and kind. I knew I was leaving my cat's care in excellent hands.

Nikki - by survey 12/29/2021
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Sharisse was very attentive to Tiger's needs and I loved seeing her updates every morning! She was easy to communicate with and I would recommend her to anyone who needs cat sitting services.

Laura - by survey
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Sharisse took amazing care of our cats while we were away. She sent us detailed updates after every visit with wonderful photos. She followed our instructions perfectly, showed up for every visit even during bad weather and was also kind, courteous and respectful towards us and our building staff. She gave us the ability to really enjoy our vacation because we knew she was giving the best love and care to our cats. We will definitely be booking Sharisse again for our future trips.

Jennifer - by survey
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Sharisse was awesome! She wrote down all the instructions to be sure not to miss anything. Every morning and night, she sent me photos and videos of my cat with some text saying exactly what she had done with him and how he was doing. The videos showed her playing with him, brushing him, or him eating. He looked like he was doing really well and having a lot of fun with her, so I wasn't worried about him at all while I was gone! She told me that she really loves cats, which is evident. She bonded with my cat easily and I completely trusted her with him. She was also very flexible and easy to work with.

Iena - by survey
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Sharisse was excellent! She went above and beyond to make my cat feel at home. In fact, my cat did not want to come home after staying with her!  She made sure to send regular updates with cute pictures to let me know how my cat was doing
I feel at ease going away knowing my cat will be well taken care of and spoiled with love and affection. I highly recommend her!

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'm Sonia and I am a part time housekeeper in Manhattan, because of my job every day I visit different customers with cats and dogs and I bring my special cleaning products to ensure they are safe. Did you know some cleaning products are potentially dangerous for cats and poisoning by just inhalation!

I grow up on a farm taking care of cows, pigs, chickens, dogs, cats and more... so I know how to treat these specials creatures. They need a lot of love!

An interesting fact about me is that I'm left handed and I support children in central America with 10% of my income.  I speak many languages - Danish, Spanish, Italian and of course English and will be delighted to look after your kitty!

If you're located close to Morrison Ave, Bronx Sonia will provide a perfect temporary home for your furry friend until you're available. In-Home Boarding is a good solution for long term or very social cats. Contact us and send more details about the service you need. We'll be glad to help you.
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Nneka S - by survey 03/24/2022
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Sonia was amazing, professional and best of all a lover of furballs. Will be requesting her again for cat boarding.

Suzanne - follow up survey
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Sonia took terrific care of my Loki. She sent me pictures and updates and gladly kept him an extra 2 days when I extended my trip. When it was time to pick him up, my cat seemed to not want to leave her! If that’s not a sign of a great cat sitter, I don’t know what is! We love Sonia and her husband!

Heather - follow up survey
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Sonia was awesome, and my cats just loved her. We will definitely be seeing her services again.

Jade - follow up survey
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Sonia went above and beyond to care for my kitten Storm. I appreciate the time she took to update me and reassure me that he was adapting well to her home. I cannot sing her higher praises and will def book with her again in the future. 

Max - follow up survey
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Sonia was very accommodating of my schedule for drop off and pick up she and very sweet throughout everything. She loved and took great care of Slippers (my cat) and sent regular updates. I’m so grateful Slippers had a cozy loving place to stay and a wonderful caretaker. 

If you live in Harlem and need a cat sitter to visit your cat while you're away, Emily could be your perfect match. Contact us and send more details about your cat/s, 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!

Susan has been a leading Fashion Producer / Stylist for over twenty five years. She completed a four year spiritual psychotherapy program. Her greatest passion is animals and animal rights. Having had three dogs and four cats, every dog in her neighborhood loves her. Her dad was a true Dr. Doolittle, and Susan has inherited the gift of communication with our fur kids. She has nursed and cared for two cats with cancer. Giving medication -liquids. She is tender and loving and she will make sure your cat feels secure and loved while you are not there. 

If you are looking for a cat sitter in Midtown or the UES, Susan will be glad to help you with your cats. Contact us and send more details about the service you need.

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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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.

A healthy diet is crucial for your cat to live an active and long life. However, your feeding efforts may go to waste if you ignore the safety and hygiene of feeding containers.

Your pet’s health depends on the kind of container or bowl you use and how frequently you clean them.

Feeding bowls come in a variety of materials, from plastic and ceramics to stainless steel. Which one of them is the best for use as a feeding bowl?

This article gives an in-depth guide that will help you to choose the right material for your cat’s feeding bowl.

Stainless Steel Bowls

Advantages

• Sturdy and can’t be broken into small harmful pieces, making it safe to chew on for your pet.
• Can also be reused several times, reducing the need for buying multiple bowls for long periods.
• Stainless steel is non-porous. This means that there are no tiny holes on its surface, where tiny bits of food can seep into and become stuck. Thus, the material acts as a shield, preventing the buildup of harmful bacteria on its surface. 
• The steel bowls can be easily sterilized by placing them in boiling water, killing germs. After use, you can clean them easily with dish soap and water or place them in a dishwasher. However, stainless-steel bowls shouldn’t be cleaned with rough materials such as steel wool, as it can create scratches, making a breeding ground for bacteria.
• Stainless-steel bowls don’t release toxic chemicals.

Disadvantages

• Come in a variety of models, which can make it a bit difficult to buy a stainless-steel bowl of good quality. Some steel bowls even consist of lead which makes them toxic for use as a feeding container.
• Luckily, We Love Doodles has enlisted high-quality stainless-steel bowls at a reasonable price that pet owners can use as a feeding bowl.

Ceramic Bowls

Advantages

• Are heavy, making it easier to feed pets who can easily knock out lightweight bowls when eating.
• Can rinse ceramic bowls easily with dish soap and water.
• Ceramic bowls with properly polished surfaces are recommended as they don’t consist of crevices or cracks where bacteria growth is prominent.

Disadvantages

• Bowls made of ceramic material are delicate, making it easy to break them, creating a choking hazard. Your cat can accidentally swallow a small broken piece while eating, which can damage its digestive tract or cause other digestion problems.
• Some ceramic bowls are polished with lead-based paints. Such ceramic bowls can’t be used for food consumption as they can cause lead leaching into food items. Lead is a toxic chemical for all living things. If consumed in small amounts, it can inhibit the development of the nervous system in kittens. Large amounts may result in damage to the nervous system, kidneys, and even the digestive tract. Lead poisoning can cause your cat to show anaemia-like symptoms, including lethargy.
• Ceramic material is brittle and can easily get cracks and crevices on its surface. These features serve as a breeding ground for bacteria, where they can easily multiply and spread. Even proper washing and rinsing won’t be able to exterminate all of the bacteria as it only occurs at the surface.
• The material is also porous, meaning tiny food particles can seep into minute holes, increasing the likelihood of bacterial growth on the surface of the bowl.

Plastic Bowls

Advantages

• Are very cheap, making it easier for pet owners to use, dispose of, and buy new plastic bowls for their pets.
• Plastic bowls are sturdy. They won’t break easily even if they fall from a height or are kicked by your pet.
• Are safe to be washed in a dishwasher.

Disadvantages

• With rough handling, scratches can appear on the surfaces of plastic bowls over time. These scratches provide enough space for bits of food to get stuck into them. Such conditions provide a robust environment for bacteria to multiply on the surface of the bowl.
• Even thorough washing with soap can’t help to eliminate all the bacteria that hides within these cracks and scuffs. Placing your cat’s food in such bowls can rather induce a negative impact on its health. Germs can spread within the food and can cause food poisoning if eaten by your cat.
• The buildup of germs on plastic surfaces can cause allergic reactions on your cat’s chin. If you notice swelling or black dots on your cat’s chin, take it to the vet for getting diagnosed.
• Several plastic materials consist of a dangerous chemical called BPA (Bisphenol A) which can leach into food items. Even in small quantities, it can cause your cat’s health to deteriorate. The toxic chemical can disrupt the normal functioning of the endocrine and reproductive system. This creates adverse impacts on the brain and the circulatory system of mammals and has the potential of causing cancer.
• Plastic material consists of phthalates, a group of chemicals used for increasing the durability of plastic items. Phthalates are harmful to animals and can result in abnormalities in their reproductive system. It can leach into food items when placed in plastic containers.
• If your cat tends to chew on its feeding bowls, small bits of plastic can break off and be swallowed by your cat while eating. This can lead to intestinal blockage.

Conclusion for Cat Bowls

When it comes to selecting a feeding bowl for your cat, choose the material type that is safe for chewing, is durable, and doesn’t host any kind of harmful chemicals.

While plastic bowls are cheap and can’t break easily, they pose a risk of tiny bits being swallowed by your pet that can come off while chewing.  Ceramic bowls are heavy to move and can work for pets that are playful with their food bowls. This makes stainless-steel bowls the safest option as they have a non- porous surface, making it difficult for the buildup of bacteria.

Courtesy of Myrah Abrar MBM Blog Article Author

Laura  provides cat sitting visits in the UWS or West Harlem. Laura is the perfect option. Cat sitting is a great option for short term services or a very shy cat. She will take care of you cat/s until you return. Contact us and send more details about the service you need.
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Quinn - by survey 04/06/2022
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Laura took excellent care of my 2 senior cats! She was very thoughtful, so sweet, great communication- just an amazing caregiver overall.

Valerie
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​Laura was wonderful. She put me at ease with her updates and sent me pics and videos. I found her very kind and easy to trust with my cat.

Anne
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Laura updated me every day during visits, sending videos and photos. My cat is timid, but seemed to get along well with Laura, letting her pet and brush her. I would definitely have Laura cat sit in the future!

Julia
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She was so sweet to my cat, and sent photos and updates every day. My cat was so happy and relaxed when I picked her up.

Josh
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Laura was very nice, great communication and the cats seemed well taken care of when we got home. 

Rachel
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She was thoughtful and kind and easy to communicate with!

Maody
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Laura was very sweet and gave regular updates on my cat. 

Molly
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As per our agreement she delivered. My cat was putty in Laura's hands and she actually got my cat to play with the toys and not be a diva. 

Barry
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Laura was an excellent caregiver and our cat loved her.

Gabriela lives in a lovely spacious one bedroom apartment in Astoria. There are several sunny windows and also plenty of lounging spots. Your cat/s will enjoy their stay at Gabriela's.

If you are looking for a temporary home for your cats in Astoria, Gabriela could be your perfect match. Contact us and send more details about your cat/s and the service you need. We'll get back to you as soon as possible.

If you are looking for a temporary home for your cat, Caitlyn will be glad to welcome him/her. Contact us and send more details about your cat/s and the service you need. We'll be glad to help you.