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REVIEWS

Cass  - follow up survey
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Alex was thorough, responsive and available whenever I contacted her. My kitty was very happy and healthy when I picked him up. Thank you!!!

Tracy  - follow up survey
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Alex was amazing, nuts came home very happy and content! he was very well looked after!

Allison  - follow up survey
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Alex was friendly, sent updates, and my cat loved her!

Irina  - follow up survey
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She was really caring and sweet. Genuinely likes cats and is a warm person. I also felt really comfortable with her apartment. 

Mary Rose . - follow up survey
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Amazingly cheerful, competent, flexible, cooperative and amazing.

Ellie . - follow up survey
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Alex sent me photos during my trip and it was lovely to see him getting lots of attention! He obviously enjoyed himself there as he didn't want to leave when I arrived to pick him up! 

Prithvi R.
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We were initially skeptical about this service, but after meeting with Alex and seeing her interact with our cat in her apartment, we were convinced this was a good idea. She obliged us with pictures of our cat while we were away and was very accomodating in all our requests.

Mary Rose. - follow up survey
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Friendly, flexible, kind, great attitude, smart, got along so well with the Cat, sent regular and informative updates, provided a loving and stimulating environment, good communication skills.....I cannot express how happy I am with Alex and her roommates!

Marisa. - follow up survey
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Alex was very sweet and seems to love cats. Thus, I was very comfortable with her and having her watch our beloved cat.

Brad. - follow up survey
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Alex was so sweet and caring.  I am very grateful to her and to Kitty in NY!

Is your cat always scared? Fear and shyness have many causes, but can be overcome with patience and love. The key word is patience. Cats, like people, have different personalities. Your cat may be shy by nature, and may never become the "lap cat" you wanted. But with love, and patience, she may enjoy sitting on your lap for short periods, from time to time. You'll find yourself enjoying those moments even more. A difficult cat who loves you is very rewarding. You should let your cat set the pace and give her space.

Main causes of fear

Lack of Socialization
This could happen when the kitten is taken from the mother too soon. The mother cats trains socialization with humans, children, and other cats over a period of time. Kittens should stay with their mom at least for eight weeks; twelve weeks is better.
Your best way to go with a poorly socialized kitten is to get him used to one person in your home at a time, handle him gently,  talking to him in a soothing voice, as long as he his comfortable. Allow him to explore his surroundings at his own pace, do not rush the process. Always move slowly around a shy kitty. Once she is comfortable, another person can enter the socialization role.

Environmental Changes
Cats are creatures of habit and do not like change. They are addicted to their sourroundings and their daily routines. Environmental changes include moving furniture; noise, parties or construction; and introduction of new pets into the household. With any of these changes, it's best to give the cat a safe room for as long as needed. She may stay under the bed for a few hours (or days), coming out to eat and use the litter box. She will gradually become more comfortable and stay out longer periods. The pace varies a lot depending on each cat.

Fear in Cats

When working with fearful cats you should follow this advice: Do not stare directly into your cats eyes when trying to calm her. A direct stare is a sign of aggression among cats.

Fear of People
Unless your cat was born in your home, you don't know what her relationship was like with humans in her life, other than the information provided by the breeder, pet store or shelter. The cat may have fear of humans because of previous abuse.

Your cat can learn to trust humans, starting with yourself, but it will be a slow process. Let her set the pace. Eventually, once she is comfortable and trusts you, other humans in your life may follow the same process. She could remain a one-person cat for the rest of her life.

Loud Noises
This would be part of enviornmental changes. More specifically, loud noises, such as construction, parties, and holiday celebrations involving fireworks, such as New Year's Eve and the 4th of July, can be particularly frightening to cats. Since these activities are known of in advance, it is suggested to remove the cats to a safe room with a hiding space until the activities have ended.

Our caregivers love cats. They have worked with many different cats and have the experience and patience to care for your loved feline while you're away. Contact us with more details about the service you need and we'll be glad to help you. Kitty in NY is the best solution to care for your cat when you're not in the city.

By Carls Sanburg

The fog comes
on little cat feet.

It sits looking
over harbor and city
on silent haunches
and then moves on.

KITTY in NY is the best solution for your cat when you're away from the city. We love your cat! Contact us and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.