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Sharon provides cat sitting visits in Forest Hills, Queens

8/3/2018

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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!​

Sharon is a professional singer who also works freelance as a Brand Ambassador. She has a flexible schedule to accommodate clients needs.​

​I've had a lot of experience with cats. My paternal grandmother always had them, my cousins had one, and several former roommates had a few. I grew up with a schnoodle, and I've had my beautiful Russian Blue, Dorly, for 7 years, who's also very fun, playful, and sweet.  

I'm a professional singer, playwright, and actress. I enjoy exercise and healthy living. I love animals, Rockaway Beach, and meeting new people. Looking forward to caring for your cat(s)!
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Our cat sitting visits are recommended for short periods or very shy cats. Contact us and send more details about the service you need.

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Barbara - survey
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Pepper does not have an easy time with strangers.....She gets scared easily....I adopted her in October 2018 and this is the first time that I have left her alone to be cared for by a stranger.....I was very nervous and worried about how she would do with a caregiver coming in twice a day....Sharon communicated with me during and/or after each visit....She was very understanding of my being "overly" concerned and I was grateful for that....Pepper was fine when I returned....
I will be traveling again next July and I told Sharon that I would be happy for her to take care of Pepper again at that time.

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Katelyn provides in-home boarding and cat sitting services in Hamilton Heights, New York

7/22/2018

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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!

"​Hi! My name is Katelyn and I am a graduate of Kean University, now residing in Hamilton Heights Manhattan! I am a server in Times Square, with a very flexible schedule allowing me to devote plenty of time to your fur baby.  I was 4 years old when I got my first pet, and have loved and cared for animals ever since.  When I moved to the city, I had to leave behind my two adorable kittens (they are full grown cats but will always be kittens to me) because my mom refused to part with the cuddle bugs. Kitty in NY is the best way to fill that void, and I promise I will care for your cat as if they were my own.  

Leaving a member of your family can be scary, but your pet will be loved and taken care of as if you never left! "
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If you need a temporary home for your cat and you live Uptown Katelyn could provide the perfect temporary home for your beloved feline. She's also available to visit your cat in your apartment. Send us your location/dates and we'll confirm availability with her. Contact us and send more details about the service you need and about your cat. We'll be glad to help connecting you with a caregiver in your area.
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Karolina
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Very professional and reliable. Katelyn was wonderful and had a great attitude!
Definitely will come back and rebook again! Thank you!!!!


Deborah

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She provided loving care for our elderly cat.
Thank you Katelyn!
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Beth provides cat sitting visits in Greenpoint, Brooklyn

6/27/2018

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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!

Hi, I’m Beth, a client of Kitty in NY and now a caregiver.  As a life-long cat owner, I recently left corporate life and caring for your kitty is one way of staying active in my community. I am also TNR certified and support some local feral colonies. I look forward to being of service to you.
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Beth can visit your cat in your apartment until you return. Our cat sitting visits are a good solution for short term services. Beth can visit cats in Green Point, Long Island City or Williamsburg. Contact us and send more details about the service you need.
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Sheryl - survey
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Kitties were in tip top shape and mood when we returned from our trip! Thanks Beth & Kitty in NY team.

Claire - survey
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Beth was very caring and attentive and sent great photo updates while we were away 


Dana
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Beth is always great - extremely reliable and sends good pictures, and my cats seem happy with her. 

Pete
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Beth was extremely pleasant and responsive and provided good updates of each visit with a description and pictures.

Amanda
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Really appreciate the daily updates on play time with photos! The kitties looked well cared for. Much appreciated. 

Gabrielle​
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Beth is fantastic! Kiki took right to her when they met. All seemed to go smoothly and the pictures she sent were great. ​
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Jen provides cat sitting visits in Midtown Manhattan

6/13/2018

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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!

Hello, I’m Jen. Originally from Pennsylvania I’ve been a New Yorker for the past 18 years. I love all animals but have a particular soft spot for cats. I currently live with 5 sweet little rescues, two of whom are blind. All of whom are so very sweet and loving. Each of these darlings have been with me since they were kittens. Lucy and Lucky are the senior citizens, 15 and 14 years old. Lucky is a funny little boy who thrives on beauty treatments with the hair dryer and is obsessed with water. Actually likes to drink out of a glass. And this silly fella jumps in the shower with me. How cute is that! I am well-schooled in giving medications as well as shots or fluids, and have been through it all with them. Every morning I wake with a cat by my head and love it. I would love to help take care of your fur babies as well.

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Jen will take excellent care of your cats while you're away. She will visit your cat/s and send photo updates after each visit. Contact us and send more details about the service you need. We'll be glad to help you.
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Meredith - survey
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Had great communication with our cat sitter, Jennifer. When we returned home our cats were relaxed and apt was clean and fresh.

Lindsay
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Jennifer was great! She communicated with me before, during. And after her visit with my cat and was patient. She took a couple of amazing pictures of Lola also! I will definitely be using her again!! 

Noam
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Jen was the best caregiver we could hope for. She was very communicative and updated us daily on our cat, it was very reassuring to know that she was taking care of our cat while we were on vacation


Carly
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Jen was great- friendly, wonderful with my cat and followed the instructions well. Thank you!
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Ann provides in-home boarding and cat sitting services in Woodside, Queens

6/8/2018

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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!

Greetings all - I LOVE KITTIES!

My name is Ann, I’m originally from Nebraska. And for what it’s worth, it is true we midwestern-folk do have a strong work ethic! I currently reside sole in a large apartment in Woodside, New York, where I have a home office. My handsome tuxedo kitty Checkers passed in 2012, and since then I haven’t had pets of my own.  Instead to fulfill my “furry family fix” I care for friends/clients pets! He was quite healthy despite being diabetic, I administered 2 insulin injections daily. Checkers and his brother Hobo were rescues from a handbag factory in Brooklyn – I’m actually in the handbag business.

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If you're located in Queens (Astoria, Woodside, Jackson Heights) Ann 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. She can also visit your cat in your apartment. Our Cat Sitting visits are a good option for short term trips or long weekends. Contact us and send more details about the service you need. We'll be glad to help you.

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Eric - survey
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Ann sent great pictures every day, and my apt was clean and the cats were happy when I got home. Thank you so much:))

Beth - survey
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Jared and I continue to marvel at how much our standoffish cat adores Ann. That fact alone speaks to her wonderful energy, deep compassionate, and outstanding skills. 

Autumn - survey
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I could tell Ann was very experienced with cats and she took the time to write down detailed notes on the initial visit, so I knew she was very committed as well. I trusted her to look after my kitties and she did a great job :)

Anne - survey
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She did a great job keeping me updated with photos and information. Esti seemed very happy when I returned and Ann was really great and cleaned the litter box area before she left. 

Beth and Jared
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Ann is a true professional AND deeply loves cats. April took to her immediately and even played with Ann (unheard of!). Ann provided cheerful, charming updates. Our home was well cared for, too. We are so very pleased! Our trip was better because we knew April had a new friend in Ann. 


Tiffany
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Ann was very detail oriented, and you can just tell that she truly loves and cares about kitties. 


Lujia
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The first time I met Ann, I knew right away that she is the right person and I trust her would take a good care of my cat. And she did! She knew what she was doing and was very flexible on some detailed instruction. From the pictures she sent to me it seemed my cat was relaxed in the new environment and enjoyed her time of staying. 
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Great people we have met! - Christopher

5/20/2018

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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!

Hello! I am a pet lover and I would love to take care of your cats. I grew up on a farm with many animals. In my family, all our pets have been rescued! Today, I naturally know how interact with cats and understand them well.

Recently, I adopted Olivia, my kitten who was rescued. We have a very close relationship and she is very comfortable today. I would love to be your cat sitter and your cats will definitely be in good hands!

I am a current law student at Fordham University. After undergrad I joined the Army, where I was for the past three years. I am a very responsible, truthful, respectful and empathetic person. While you are away, I will take of your cat as if it were mine! 

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If you're located in Chelsea, Christopher will visit your cat/s in your home. He will send you an update after every visit.

Cat sitting visits is the perfect solution for short term periods (long weekends, holidays) or if your cat is not very social. Please complete the contact form and send us more details about your cat/s and the service you need.
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Ann

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We were having trouble finding a reliable pet sitter. We found your service on line and it was very easy to set up and pay. Our sitter Chris obviously cares about cats and plays with Luna when he comes to visit. He sends us pictures and videos and updates which puts our minds at ease while we are traveling. 
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Great people we have met! - Staci

5/15/2018

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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!

Staci is an original Brooklynite. After moving away, she came back 6 years later and is never leaving again!  Her first cat when she was little was  "Kitty Poo."  Then came "Buster" an orange tabby in college. Then post-college, her friend brought over a stray kitten and CC stayed in Staci's life for years. Staci frequently volunteers with the ASPCA and fosters cats (pregnant moms and kittens. Yes one mom gave birth in her apartment!). Her current 3yr old Tabby,"Marley" came from their kitten nursery. And his mommy has taught him how to fetch!
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I will provide you with pics with little personalized messages from your furry baby.
She has always been an animal lover, she has also trained and raised a Seeing Eye Puppy named, "Hawk."  Staci has worked as a non profit volunteer management professional for over 10 years and is always willing to engage volunteers to serve the community. 

If you need a cat sitting service in Brooklyn Staci would provide the best care for your kitties. Contact us and send more details about your service. We'll be glad to help you.

See below some of Staci's kitty clients:

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Casey - survey
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Staci was extremely friendly and sent me funny photos and notes from her visit with my cats. I felt very relieved to know they were taken care of and was happy all thanks to Staci!


Mimi - survey

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Staci spent time with me to meet the cats and understand the care requirements, including emotional issues for both me, Kiku and Momiji. She clearly understands and loves cats. She provided daily status reports with photos and videos. Staci also brought along toys as new experiences for the cats. By the end of the five days, my shy cat Momiji was eating out of her hand.  She also checked my mail and made sure the apartment was neat and clean.

Shelby - survey
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Staci was fantastic with us and our cat. She was extremely communicative and thoughtful about our cat's needs, behavior, preferences, etc.

Alyssa - survey
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She was friendly and very patient with my unique cat who is not very warm toward strangers. :)
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Cyra - survey
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When I came home my pets were calm in a good mood well cared for. I just knew my pets were truly cared for. My apartment was neat and clean and showed a lot of respect and caring.
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Great people we have met! - Tabish

5/10/2018

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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!

Tabish is a world traveler who has lived abroad and now resides in a charming one bedroom townhouse on the upper west side of Manhattan. 

Growing up in Kenya, I was surrounded by wildlife. One of my earliest memories as
a child of 4 or 5 years of age is watching a lion cub, the cutest thing I’d ever seen. I
wanted to take it home, but my dad said I could have a kitten instead that was just as
cute and from the same family. The rest, as they say is my cat history.
I have worked in the humanitarian sector in Europe, Africa, and Asia, using my
fluency in English, Swahili, Punjabi and Urdu.

My other passion had always been for fashion. I studied towards a M.A at Central St Martins, London, which opened up opportunities to work with artisans in Kenya, Gambia and Nepal to create artisanal jewelry and textile collections. It also enhanced my inherent talent for fashion styling. My motto is, Wear Color Every Day.
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Tabish provides both services: in-home boarding and cat sitting visits. If you decide to board your cat, your kitty will have plenty of room to roam and play in this book filled and antique furnished home. Tabish works from home, adores cats, and has cared for many. Tabish will enjoy visiting your cat/s in your apartment and will send an update after every visit.  She cherishes their affectionate nature and is looking forward to getting to know your darling!​
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Jenn - survey
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Tabish is the best! She is so sweet with my cat Matty - goes above and beyond by petting her, brushing her, and giving her treats. Matty is a social cat, so this makes her happy.


Brendan - survey
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Tablsh is really good with my boys. They have got used to her no, and really nice to see that she can get exceptionally shy Dusty to eat treats out of her hand importantly, I trust her.  She keeps me informed of what's going on and I feel safe leaving my cats and my apartment in her hands.

Tim - survey
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Tabish was easy to communicate with to set up the visit. She was friendly and too an immediate liking to our cats. She gave great updates during the sittings.

Sahur - survey
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Tabish has been absolutely fantastic and very accommodating. We’ve had the opportunity to do both sitting and in home boarding and she has been lovely to work with, is a wonderful lady and has so much knowledge and understanding of cats that we felt completely secure about leaving our furry rascals with her. She goes above and beyond to care for them and both cats were very secure when we came back. 

Daniel - survey
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Professional, kept in good contact with us, loved our kitties

Brendan - survey
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Tabish followed instructions and was very attentive and patient with my cats, particularly shy Dusty - he always hides when strangers come, but she would check on him and try to coax him with treats, but leave him alone if he didn't want to be bothered with. By the last two visits, he had come out of hiding, which is very unusual for him, and shows that he was getting comfortable with her.

Dana
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Tabish was really fantastic with Princeton and sent us many photos of them cuddling. We were also late to deliver him because he was hiding, and she was incredibly patient and flexible.

Rachel
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Tabish was so great with Astrid. I was truly able to enjoy my holiday knowing Astrid was in good hands.

Ai-Lin
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Tabish has taken care of my cat many times. She always sends me adorable pictures and I can tell she is very passionate about cats. It’s always hard to be away from my cat but I know August will be in good hands with Tabish.

Caroline
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Tabish was very open and friendly. It was easy to see how much see loves cats and especially how much she adored our 2 cats. She did a great job taking care of them and truly made an effort to earn their trust.

Matthew
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Tabish was amazing and very nice, friendly and affectionate with our cat.

Nathalie
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Tabish is such a nice person. She kept contact with our daughter every day. We hope that she will be available next time we will go away.

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Great people we have met! - Susan

5/9/2018

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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 am a resident of the Bronx for the past 60 years; and, I've been a cat lover/owner my entire life. I currently do not have cats of my own; but I would love to care for your furry friends.

I am a recent retiree so I am available almost anytime to care for your kitties. My hours are very flexible and i am well versed in traveling throughout the city.  Having retired from a private security firm, I have learned more about caring for and respecting people and property.  These are traits I will show you and your beloved cats.
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Susan can visit your cat in your apartment and will send an update after each visit. She is caring lady, your beloved feline will receive the attention she deserves.

Contact us and send more details about the service you need. We'll be glad to help you.
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Erin
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Susan was great! She is very reliable and I could tell she was very caring and genuinely engaged with my cat while I was away.

Jordan
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Susan was communicative and responsible

Guiseppina
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Susan was very sweet and able to interact well with my extremely shy cat.
Everything was spot clean when I came back home. 


Andrea
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I can tell Susan took good care of Mr Cat because he was not super needy when we came home. She sent us daily updates with photos and video which was much appreciated. I can tell Mr Cat liked her a lot and so did Eddie and I!


Emily and Josh
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Susan was fantastic! She was very communicative, friendly and loved our two cats. When we got home everything was clean, filled and was in great shape. We will definitely use services on our next trip. 

Meredith
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Cats were relaxed and healthy when I returned. Place was clean and tidy. Susan texted photos daily and left Cat toy gifts for cats. Susan is a very conscientious and loving caregiver. Would absolutely request her assistance in the future. 
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Great people we have met! - Laura

5/5/2018

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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
Hello! I would be glad to take care of your precious cat. Pets have always been part of my all family back in France, where I was born and raised. I grew up with two cats. Soon after I turned 18, I volunteered, in France as well as in the US recently, to help and take care of pets in shelters. One year ago, when I moved to NYC, I met Olivia, a very beautiful kitten, found in the street and rescued, while I was volunteering for an adoption event. I adopted her and since that, my goal is to give her all the happiness she deserves every day. I would definitely do the same with your cat/s. 

I am a freelance French producer, international correspondent, and videographer who has travelled the world for the past 15 years. I am driven by an intense curiosity to question and understand the world and to connect in a deep way to its people. 
Since the beginning, I have always been interested in wildlife causes. Also, I love to take professional pictures of people but particularly of cats! I am an experienced cat-sitter and cat-mom so I know how important it is for you to receive detailed feedback with nice pics, after each of my visits. I will care of your cat as if he/she was mine.
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Laura will love to visit your kitties while you're away. If you're located in Chelsea, Midtown, the Village, Tribeca or the FD she will come to your apartment and send photo updates after every visit. Contact us and send more information about the service you need.
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Dayna
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Laura was awesome! She sent me plenty of pictures and a couple of videos. She cleaned and kept everything neat. She played with the kitties and they seemed perfectly content when I returned. She was also very communicative and accommodating. I would definitely try to book with her again!

Melissa
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Laura was EXCELLENT! She was responsive, detailed and sent great updates. She clearly understood the stress of a cat mom leaving behind her little one and made every effort to lessen the stress. She also went above and beyond ensuring we returned to our apartment in a neat state that was even better than we left it! 

Christine
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Laura is great. Communicates daily and with detail. I’m so glad to have her help with my two crazy cats!

Priyanka - survey
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Laura was wonderful! She was very responsible and very good with the cats. She went above and beyond to keep the apartment clean and get my mail for me while I was away also. She was very attentive to the cats and sent pictures/videos regularly. I would use her help again for sure!

Katie - survey
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Laura was amazing! It's the first time in 2 years that I left my cats with a cat sitter and I had no anxiety what-so-ever about whether they'd be well taken care of while I was gone. Laura communicated with me every day I was gone, sent me pictures and videos and updates. She kept everything super clean and when I got home last night, my cats seemed so happy. I cant thank you guys and Laura enough! 

Brian
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Laura was a pleasure to work with. She took great care of the girls, was responsive in communications, sent good updates with photos and videos, and kept us informed of things at our apartment (the rod in our hall closet where the litter box is collapsed; she worked around it and let us know so we could arrange repairs with the building). We came home to a tidy apartment and happy cats. Many thanks!

Mariya
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Laura is amazing and my cat really likes her as I do too


Noa
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You have been wonderful and I will request you every time I travel. Thanks for everything!
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Great people we have met! - Sharda

5/2/2018

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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!

​​When it comes the feline species, I am a natural!  I love cats and have a relaxed, and perhaps intuitive, relationship with them.  I've adopted many cats over the years, the most difficult of which was inherited when I moved into a friend's vacated apartment.  The cat wouldn't come near me nor anyone, as it had been abused. It stayed in the backyard and I had to put its food on the stoop outside.  Any attempt to pet or go near it meant hissing and scratching. I slowly nurtured it and within 3 months, this cat was sleeping peacefully on my bed!  Since getting my first apartment in college, I have had cats, so I have literally a lifetime of owning or caring for cats - life is just better with them in it.  I have plenty of experience caring for other people's cats - both in my and their home. I never feel a cat is a stranger, and I am confident when they meet me they know they are in the company of a kindred spirit.


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The other half of my life I live as a Feng Shui consultant.  I have a small business, and am passionate about bringing positive change to individuals and small businesses.  I have lived in different parts of the country, traveled extensively in India and the U.K. and owned my own small coffee shop in the East Village for 10 years.  In my practice I help people clear toxicity, lighten their load and teach them how to live in a clutter-free, energy-enhanced supportive environment.
If you're located in the East Village Sharda will provide the perfect home environment for your cat/s until you return. She also provides cat sitting visits to your apartment. She loves cats and enjoys their company. Contact us and send us more details about the service you need.
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Momo - survey
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I and my husband are very happy and thankful for Sharda, she has been the best cat sitter I've had by far. She shows great care for my cat "Clara" and sent us many of pics and videos with description while we are away on vacation. Usually my cat sulks and stays under the bed for a while when we come home, but after Sharda she was so stable. I can see she was well taken care of and very content. We and my cat would definitely love to ask her again for next my vacation. Thank you.

Matt
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Sincere care for pet, excellent communication & regular photos, above-and-beyond handling of issues. 

Annie and Alex
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Sharda is wonderful-- so kind, thorough, and simply just loves the kittens as her own. We always know with her the kittens are in great hands and that they'll be well taken care of. Thanks, Sharda! 

Annie 
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Sharda was attentive, followed our requests, and always updated us. She was kind, honest, and our kittens fell in love with her. We couldn't ask for more. Thank you!

Courtney
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Sharda was a very enthusiastic cat sitter. She was accessible when it came to scheduling visits and was attentive to our cats’ needs. 

Paul
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Our caregiver was thoughtful and empathetic in how she approached providing care. We felt confident our pets were in good hands.
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Great people we have met! - Maureen

4/30/2018

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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!

​Maureen is a freelancer who lives and works in Manhattan, spending most of her time on the lower and upper west side. Maureen's been a cat lover all her life, so when her own cat passed after a happy and long existence, she decided to become a caregiver for others and began boarding cats with Kitty in New York. Maureen loved the experience of welcoming her new friends to her home and taking photos to share with their parents. Maureen ended up adopting her own cat (a gorgeous Silver Egyptian Mau called Luna) so she started to visit our client's cats in their apartments. If you ask for Maureen, your cat/s will be in very good hands.
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If you need a cat sitting service for your cat/s and happen to live on the West side of Manhattan please contact us and mention Maureen. She will be glad to meet you and your cat. 
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Jennifer
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As always, Maureen was wonderful. She takes such great care of my cats, sends me detailed updates and lots of pictures, and is very responsive to any requests that I have. I feel totally happy leaving the cats in her care. With other cat sitters, my shy cats would often hide the entire time, but with her, they always come out and say hello. Thank you Maureen! 


Christina and Victor
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Maureen was attentive, thoughtful, and so very sweet to Suki!. We loved all her photos and timely emails, and felt comforted by all of her knowledgeable questions when she first came to visit us and meet Suki. We would be so happy to have Maureen come take care of Suki again. She was great!
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Suzanne
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Maureen is amazing, goes beyond what is expected!  My kitties are happy and I have total peace of mind!  
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Tim
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Maureen is always friendly, easy to communicate with and easy to arrange the sitting with. We always come home to 2 happy cats.


Christina
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Hello!! We just touched down! :) thank you for all of the amazing photos this trip! We looked forward to every Suki snap! We are so excited to see Suki when we get back! It was a relief knowing she was in good hands all this time.


Robert
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I really appreciate Maureen rearranging her schedule to visit her in the evening, and bringing her the canned food. Thank you so much for taking such good care of my little girl.

Scott
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Maureen is personable and caring and flexible. thank you to her! And all of you at Kitty in NY have been so helpful. Our thanks

Jennifer
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Maureen was so thoughtful and thorough.  I got lots of pictures and updates about how the cats were doing, which I loves, and she seemed to adore them, which was great to hear! 

Audrey
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Maureen was wonderful. She was extremely communicative and sent photos with every visit. It was clear from the pictures that our cat Penny was getting plenty of love and attention.

Susanne
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Maureen was very good from the moment I met her I  felt very comfortable leaving my two fur babies in her care. She took notes on everything I was telling her and was very attentive and asked questions. While I was away I received daily updates and pictures and she did am amazing job!

Kevin
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Maureen bonded with my cat Cooper instantly at their first meeting, so I felt confident that this would work. Maureen then provided excellent communication - before and during the trip - with quick responses to emails and much appreciated daily updates and photos showing Cooper at play. Best of all, Cooper seems completely happy, healthy and well cared for. Maureen was terrific!

Tim
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Maureen was easy to coordinate with to set up the initial meeting. During our vacation Maureen sent us pictures every day. When we arrived home, the cats were healthy and happy.

Dan
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Maureen was incredibly responsive, really knew her stuff about taking care of my cat, went over and above in terms of making sure he had food that he needed and would eat despite his just having switched over to a renal care diet. He's also a tricky cat to bond with, but she had him purring the whole way, and kept me up to speed with photos and updates. It really put me at ease that my little guy was in good hands. 

Suzanne
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Maureen was fantastic!  She was caring and loving with our favorite boy, Leopold :-)  She sent us great photos and kept us updated on all his funny shenanigans!  It was great to know that he was comfortable and well taken care of while we were away.  I will definitely be requesting Maureen in the future!

Amanda
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Maureen's great! Very accomadating, sent pictures and short updates every few days which made me feel super relieved and happy to know I could trust in her great care.

Addy
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Maureen was awesome - could tell right away that she's the type of person who forms a good rapport with animals, so made me feel very comfortable leaving my cat behind. Throughout my time away, Maureen sent lots of pics each day, so I knew my cat was having a good time too
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Great people we have met! - Jon-Michael

3/2/2018

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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!

Jon-Michael Miller is a cat sitter for Kitty in New York. Jon-Michael loves cats and has lived with them all his life. From his experience living with them, he grew to understand them and their behaviors. He currently has one female tabby cat named Artemis and is fostering two tuxedo cats with his wife Julie-Anne. 

Jon-Michael is an actor in New York City having starred in off-broadway, film, and television. Originally from Connecticut, he went to Graduate School for acting at Florida State University, and has been in New York for 5 years. Outside of his time auditioning and working, taking care of cats brings him a lot of joy. It would be his pleasure to take care of yours when you need.
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If you live in Brooklyn and need to leave for a few days Jon would be glad to help you with your cat/s. Contact us and send more details about the service you need.
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Madeline
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Jon-Michael was very attentive and communicative and our cat seems happy and taken care of!


Jon-Michael​
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He is very reliable and easygoing and went above and beyond when we had some travel issues and needed to be let in to our apartment. Plus, he always sends pictures!

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Great people we have met! - Kotoba

2/5/2018

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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!

In Japan, where I was an actress for more than 10 years, I performed in a number of productions…including CATS! Could this be kismet? Two years ago I moved to NYC to continue my education in the arts. I work part-time teaching children piano and musical theater in an after school program.

Animals have always been a part of my family. My first was Sieru who liked to sleep in her fluffy bed. And funny Mikan (pictured) was happiest sleeping with me. 

I look forward to caring for your precious kitty and showering them with affection.

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If you're located on the UWS or West Harlem Kotoba would be glad to help you take care of your cats. She will visit your cat in your apartment and send you regular updates after each visit. Contact us and give us more details about the service you need. We'll be glad to help you.
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Stephanie
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This was the second time Kotoba has been an amazing caregiver to our two kittens. She updates us each day sending pictures and videos along with any issues we should know about. We can tell our cats enjoy playing with her very much and she is so kind and attentive. We love Koto!

Tim
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Kotoba was friendly, easy to talk to and schedule with. She seemed to really enjoy spending time with our kitties and the kitties seemed to share that sentiment.


Peter
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Kotoba was amazing. She sent detailed updates with photos each and every day and was very pleasant in all of our interactions. Loved having her as our caregiver.

Maria
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Kotoba was in contact with me every time I tried to reach her. She was nice, patient and very respectful.

Stephanie
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Kotoba sent us pictures, videos and text status updates twice a day - she was extremely kind and loving with our kittens and it was clear that they felt comfortable and happy. We can't thank Kotoba enough, she put us at ease throughout our vacation away.
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Great people we have met! - Maggie

1/9/2018

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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!

Hi there! My name is Maggie. I've been an animal lover all my life - my very first career goal was to become a vet! I cared for cats for a neighbor beginning at age 8, and have continued to adopt and look after cats into adulthood. I love these beautiful and mischievous little animals!

I'm originally from the Midwest, and now living in Brooklyn. I'll soon be in grad school for a Master's in Social Work, with a flexible schedule to accommodate any kitty's needs. I was interested in Kitty in NY because of the wonderful reviews from my cat owner friend. I'm excited to provide you with peace of mind while you're out of town on vacation or business - it gives me such joy to do so. I look forward to meeting, cheers!

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If you live in Bushwick Maggie would be the perfect choice to take care of your cats while you're away. Contact us and send more details about your cats and the service you need.

Kitty in NY helps you find cat sitting and in-home boarding services. In-home boarding is a great option for mid/long term. You bring your cat to the caregiver's apartment where he/she will be the only pet. You will receive periodic updates during the boarding.
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Claire
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Maggie has been a great caretaker, very kind and considerate.
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Danielle and Marshall provide cat sitting visits in Brooklyn an the FiDi, New York

9/20/2017

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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!

Danielle and Marshall have been working with us since 2016. They will enjoy visiting your cat/s in your apartment. You will receive photo updates after every visit to let you know how your feline friend/s are doing.
Danielle: In my life I have owned 3 cats (2 at a time). One of my cats was diabetic, so I have experience with giving insulin shots and caring for cats with special medical needs. I live with my boyfriend, who has also owned cats in the past.
​I am a doctor podiatrist, I have experience with giving injections, pills and IVs in humans, and injections in cats.


​Marshall: I am a financial editor living in Boerum Hill, working in the FiDi. I live with my wonderful girlfriend, Danielle, who introduced me to the Kitty in NY service when she asked if I wanted to board cats in our apartment. Being a cat lover I immediately agreed, and we’ve hosted many excellent kitty guests since. Expanding into the caregiving role simply increases the opportunities I have to make more feline friends. I grew up in rural upstate NY and had many different pets growing up: dogs, cats, chickens, horses and once a very irritable goat. Cats have always been my favorite, as they are by far the most interesting (sometimes maddening). I am experienced in handling the diverse personalities of cats and can recognize when your cat wants to play and when they just want me to leave them alone. I enjoy sending fun updates to my client’s owners and will, if allowed, inundate you with pics of your pets being thoroughly spoiled while you’re away.
If you live in northern Brooklyn or in the FiDi, Danielle and Marshall could be available to visit your cat/s in your apartment until you return. Our cat sitting service makes it easy to leave the city for a few days. You will receive updates after each visit. Contact us and send more details about your cats and the service you need.

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Blandine - survey​
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Lots of pictures and updates after each visit via whatsapp which was highly appreciated.
There was a slight misunderstanding about the final visit date but our caregiver was prompt to reimburse us.


Maggie - survey
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Marshall and Danielle were great! I loved all the photos and they did everything exactly how I asked to care for my cat.

Danielle - survey
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Marshall was fantastic. He met with me before I left to meet my cat and hear about his needs. He sent me great updates and pictures while I was away. He listened to my concerns and made sure to address them in his updates. I felt very comfortable knowing he was looking after my cat. I would definitely use him and this service again.

Annafrancesca
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Gave detailed updates with photos every day, followed all directions, thoughtful and caring. 

Catherine
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Marshall was absolutely wonderful!! I can't say enough good things about him. He checked in every day with photographs and a brief assessment of his interactions with my cats. They were extremely comfortable with him (even the one who doesn't like strangers!). Marshall definitely made my holiday travels less stressful since I new my cats were in such great hands. THANK YOU AGAIN!

Danni - survey
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Danielle and Marshall were warm and professional and provided us with daily updates and photos of our cats. 

Lily - survey
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The caregiver was prompt at responding to my messages and setting up a time to meet and get keys, which was helpful since it was last-minute. She sent lots of photos every day she was there with my cat, with details about how he was doing. I really appreciated her kindness and communicativeness. And I think my cat really liked her!

Jonathan - survey
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Danielle and Marshall were very thoughtful and communicative. I never worried for the cats while they were with them. They messaged me frequently and also studied all the detailed instructions I left them. :)

Anastasia - survey
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Everything was perfect: frequent updates and pictures. I was absolutely confident that my cat was very comfortable and happy.

Rachel - survey
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Danielle and Marshall sent frequent updates and seemed to genuinely enjoy spending time with our cat.

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What should your cat eat?

8/10/2017

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The old saying "you are what you eat" applies to cats too! Food and nutrition is the key to a prime health and longevity for cats.

Cats must eat a lot of meat for protein and fat. They are carnivores. A cat's system is not designed to process carbohydrates, that is why a diet loaded with carbs can lead to obesity and health issues (like diabetes). 

When selecting your cat food let your vet guide you. You should always make sure the label says it meets the standards set by the American Association of Feed Control Officials (AAFCO). That ensures the food meets the minimum nutritional needs for your cat. You can ignore the terms "gourmet", "premium", "natural" which have no standard definition.

Cats are finicky eaters. If your cat doesn't like the food you should try with a different flavor or brand. Cats can go on a hunger strike rather that eat something they don't like. A cat that doesn't eat can suffer liver failure and get fatally ill. If you do the switch from one food to another, introduce the new food gradually and make sure it doesn't cause any gastrointestinal upsets (such as diarrhea).

Indoor cats have a tendency to gain weight. Ask your vet about feeding portions and stick to them (although they may seem little to you). That way your cat will keep a healthy weight. Cats like to eat small meals during the day. If you leave food out your cat may come and graze when they feel the need to nibble. You can put out half in the morning and half when you return from work. 

Don't give too many snacks to your pet! Just like with people, too many snacks are not healthy (cat snacks are usually too salty).

You can find detailed information about cat food brands in this report by reviews.com:
http://www.reviews.com/cat-food/

If you need to board your cat with Kitty in NY you should provide the food. We also require the feeding instructions (portions and times per day). Give us as much information as possible so the assigned caregiver can follow your feeding routine. Your cat will be happy when he receives the same food during the boarding.

Kitty in NY also provides cat sitting visits. A professional caregiver will visit your cat in your apartment and provide the same feeding portions and follow your routine. You will receive a photo/video update after each visit. Contact us with more information about the service you need.

You will be able to enjoy your time away from New York without worrying about your cat.
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Great people we have met! - Laura

8/2/2017

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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!

When I was 12 years old I learned the meaning of unconditional love when we welcomed my dog "Alex" into our family, who was my best friend in the world for 11 wonderful years! Until I met my husband 15 years ago, I hadn't really spent much time with felines but he introduced me to his cats "Brandy" & "Alexander". I fell in love with both of them & their silly quirks & sweet purrs! When we moved in together, my husband surprised me with a ginger kitten we named "Hunter", who loved zucchini bread & tortilla chips & would always express his opinion about everything, he truly made our house a home! We rescued our sweet & cuddly "Asher"a year later & had true bliss in our home for a time with 2 wonderful loving cats. When our Hunter crossed the rainbow bridge, Asher took it especially hard which lead us to rescuing our amazing black cat "Wally" from the streets of Jersey City in 2015. Wally is extremely shy & skittish & has taken lots of encouragement & patience to earn his trust, but how rewarding it has been! Wally also suffers from asthma, which requires continued vigilance & medical attention.

My experience with my own cats helps me to understand the qualities that are important in a cat sitter. I am certified in canine & feline CPR & first aid. I have 10 years experience as a Registered Nurse, & I am well trained in punctuality & critically thinking through any challenging situation.  In my visits to your home, I will take great care of your cats while you are away so you don't have to worry!
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If you live in the UES Laura is the perfect caregiver to visit your cat/s in your home. You will receive an update after each visit. You can now enjoy long weekends and holidays knowing your cats are in good hands. Contact us with more information about the cat sitting service you need.

You can meet some of her kitty clients below:
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Nicole - survey

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Laura was terrific and sent me several updates as to how my cat was doing after her visits, as well as several pictures, which helped put my mind at ease! It was clear that she understood my cat and what her needs were during her visits. I was very pleased with Laura and will definitely use her to watch my cat in the future!

Rachel - survey

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Laura is the best sitter we have had! She is extremely organized, helpful, thorough, and clear in her communication. She spent lots of time playing with and caring for Astrid and sent wonderful updates. Laura even fixed her webcam when Astrid managed to unplug it. I plan to book her for all future care because I know Astrid will be in great hands.

Jillian - survey
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Laura's daily written updates and photos & videos were great and so appreciated! She was super responsive before, during, and after our vacation, as well as flexible with timing, etc. It was the first time we didn't feel guilty leaving our pet alone, because we really felt she was in good hands.​

Christy - survey

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Laura is the best! I always feel so comfortable leaving Pickles with her when I’m traveling.


Cecilia - survey
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First of all, I want to express how happy I am with Laura. During the days I was away she visited Henry once a day and sent me a nice report with photos and videos of my baby Henry, which I loved to see every day. She is a really cat person who took good care of Henry while I was away and I will definitely recommend your agency if someone I know needs your services in the future. It was the first time that I had someone I don’t know in my apt but I felt really comfortable with Laura. She was really great!!!

Mark - survey
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Laura has cared for our cat Daveed numerous times at this point. She is absolutely wonderful in every way: extremely responsive, consistent, thorough, and friendly. Daveed loves his visits with her, and she does a fantastic job of keeping us updated about how he's doing while we're away. We really feel so grateful to have established this relationship with her. 

Martha
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Laura is the most thoughtful and responsible caregiver. A true gem. We feel so lucky to be able to use her
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Helen
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Laura exceeded our expectations! She sent us amazing in-depth daily updates with photos and videos. Laura not only took care of our cat but she also spent time bonding with her and getting to know her as well. We cannot be happier with her service and will not hesitate to work with her again in the future! 

Martha
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Caring, responsible, and very communicative 


Katy
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Laura was amazing! It's the first time in 2 years that I left my cats with a cat sitter and I had no anxiety what-so-ever about whether they'd be well taken care of while i was gone. Laura communicated with me every day I was gone, sent me pictures and videos and updates. She kept everything super clean and when i got home last night, my cats seemed so happy. I cant thank you guys and Laura enough!


Britton
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I got so many wonderful pictures of my cat daily with a detailed update. My cat was very happy which made me happy. 

Danielle
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Laura is a lovely caring animal carer and exceeded my expectations in sending updates on her visits with my cats. I felt completely at ease that they were well cared for while I was away and enjoyed her emails. 

Laura
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Laura was exceptional! She was organized, responsible and trust-worthy! We could not have asked for more! We received updates at each visit. She was terrific!

Sara​
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Laura gave me detailed updates every day, lots of photos, and videos. I could tell she really cares about making sure my cats were well taken care of, and it completely put my mind at ease!

Kurt​
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My wife and I live on the UES and had to leave our cat, Dexter, for a three day long weekend. Without getting into the weeds with details, our cat had recently injured himself and we were extremely hesitant to leave him and almost cancelled our trip. By some miracle, we were connected with Laura - she was BEYOND helpful and we had total confidence in her as both an incredibly caring person and a professional. It’s rare to find someone like Laura that so obviously loves what she is doing. I’m recommending her to all my friends in the building and would unequivocally recommend her to anyone looking for a cat sitter.

​Susan​​
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Very responsive, reliable, caring, understanding, attentive. She cares about my cat like he is her own. She is the best.

Jon​
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Laura does a very good job. Gives us good updates, checks everything she needs to and gives us peace of mind.

Antonio​
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Laura is great, responds immediately, provides very detailed reports and takes beautiful pictures. Kimchi is much more relaxed now when I return from a trip.

Morgan​
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Laura is simply the best. It is SO much easier to go out of town now that we've found her. She sends thorough (not to mention adorable) daily updates, and generally she's just a delight. Our cats love her!! 

Cristian​
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Laura was awesome and went above and beyond when it came to updating me. Her photos are great, Genius had fun with her and he was in great shape when I came back.

Beverly
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Laura was amazing! She clearly spent quality time with our cats in addition to feeding them. She also sent us updates every day with amazing photos. When we came home, the cats were calm and happy. Will definitely be calling on her again!

Rae
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I can tell Prada was well taken care of, because when I came home she didn't make a big fuss, hardly realized I was gone. Everything was SO clean and well taken care of. The updates Laura gave me during my trip really gave me a great piece of mind.

Christina
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Laura gave amazing updates so that we knew how our cat was doing while we were away. We didn't have to worry because we knew she was in good hands. 

Becky
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Laura was fantastic. She sent us thorough updates along with photos each day and I felt like Praline was in good care while we were out of town.

Morgan
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Laura is incredible. Detailed and quirky recaps, beautiful photos, and some amazing videos! Couldn’t have asked for anything more. 

Aaron
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Laura was very friendly and flexible in making arrangements for care visits and even key drop offs. She was especially considerate of how to care for our cats - it's obvious that she takes pet care seriously, and was very thoughtful in her text/photo updates while on visits. Great service at a fair price!

Mark
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Laura was very friendly and attentive to the specific things we pointed out about Daveed's care before we left. She sent us consistent, thorough, helpful updates throughout our journey, and we felt very confident in leaving Daveed in her care. We are extremely satisfied.

Martha
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Laura is kind, goes the extra mile, and gives great updates. We feel very comfortable leaving Willy in her care! 

Christina
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Laura was great. She paid a lot of attention to detail and sent us great pictures along with an update on how Nina was doing while we were away!! We really felt great knowing Laura was looking in on our cat. 


Afarin and Nadine​
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Laura  is extremely reliable and she did a great job taking care of our two kittens. She sent us pictures and an update to reassure us that they were well taken care of, and this was very appreciated. 

Bernice​
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Laura was amazing!! She kept me updated every day sent me wonderful photos of my cats. I felt secure knowing my cats are in good hands. I would so book Laura again. Amazing person! 

Jen​
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Laura was excellent with communication and photos! I highly recommend her and will request her in the future. 

Kristi​
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Love Laura! So sweet and caring sends great updates and would love to have her again!

Afarin​
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She was awesome! Super through and even sent a collage of pics while I was gone. Followed up and very kind. ​
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Great people we have met! - Michelle

7/30/2017

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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!

Hello, I am Michelle….. I am a resident of the Lower Manhattan Financial District for the past 18 years. I am 42 years old and have been a cat lover / owner my entire life. I have had cleaning jobs which entailed me being trusted with my client’s keys to their apartments. I had one cat Rumsfeld who was diagnosed with hepatic lipidosis, a disease which normally does not end well. This meant for a large part of his life I had to feed him and medicate him through a tube. I was able to nurse him back to health and he lived another 10 years. So I have experience dealing with sickly kitties and have no issues with medication…..

In closing I currently have 3 cats, Grissom, Brooklyn and Roger, who I love dearly. Roger even has his own Instagram page (@rogerthecatnyc).  If given the opportunity I promise to show your furry companions the same love I show my own and to respect your personal space as if it were my own.
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If you live downtown Manhattan Michelle would be happy to visit your kitties in your home. Our 30 min cat sitting visits include: ​​feeding, water refill, cleaning of all bowls, scooping litter box (change of litter when needed), cleaning of feeding and litter box areas, playtime and petting when cats are willing to interact and photo/video updates after each visit. Our cat sitters are insured and bonded.

Contact us and send us your dates/number of visits. We'll be glad to help you with your cat/s while you're away.

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Christi - survey
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Excellent care, very nice updates, always on time, made me feel like my kitty was truly in good hands. Clearly loves cats. 

Vivian
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Michelle is very attentive and very accommodating.  I like her a lot!

Christi - survey
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Michelle was great In ALL regards. Great communication, great care, nice updates. I hope to get her help again on future visits. She clearly also seems to love cats which is hugely important to me. 


Kristen
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She was amazingly communicative! You can tell she cares a lot about how my cats are!

Ardavan
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Michelle sent us pics, played with our cat, was available on short notice. 

Anja
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I trust her completely; she is very responsive to requests, and my cats really like her.

Anja
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I had many special requests (among other things, one of my cats has diabetes and needs two insulin injections per day), and the sitter was very responsive to all of them. 

Vivian​
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Michelle is very caring and keeps in touch so that I know how the kitties are faring.

Karen​
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She was attentive to the needs of my cat...which were to leave her alone and give her space...and also not be intimidated by the potential of my cat being aggressive. Because of that vibe my cat did not appear for Michelle and then was super happy when I arrived home having not been forced to engage.

Chris​
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Michelle is great! She clearly cares so much for our cat and does a great job staying in touch while we're away.

Jerry​
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Michelle was punctual, responsive, and most importantly, it's clear that she loves animals. This is maybe the fourth or fifth time she's cared for Calliope, and I always know I can rest easy knowing my cat is in good hands.
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Jesse​
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Michelle was very attentive and detail oriented. Her visits were always accompanied by photos and a nice message. She genuinely seems to care about our cat. We loved her!

Masako​
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Our kitty sitter, Michelle, is amazing!! She cares about our kitty just like her kitties. 

Emily​
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Michelle was easy to communicate with and really showed her love for cats! She sent photos of Duncan everyday and didn't hesitate to contact me with any questions. She was even flexible when I needed to extend th service at the last minute. I would definitely use Michelle again! 

Jerry​
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Very responsive, easy to work with. Attentive to our specific requests, and left a thoughtful and sweet card. Very happy that my cat was in good hands!

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Great people we have met! - Daniel

6/23/2017

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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!

Have always had a natural instant rapport with animals. Cats and dogs. A few years ago my job took in a stray kitten. As office person it fell on me to take care of it. That’s where I learned to bond with furry felines.
 
Cats in my care get loved and pampered. Comes with unlimited petting, hind quarter scratching and belly rubs (kitty permitting of course)  Their happiness is the goal. Haven’t missed yet 

​When caring for them in my home I set them up for their own special hiding places. Will keep your little buddy happy and safe until your return.


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If you live in Sunnyside, LIC or Astoria Daniel would be glad to take care of your cats. He provides in-home boarding services, your cat will be the only pet in his apartment or visit your cats in your own apartment. Our cat sitting visits are the perfect solution for your short term needs or very shy cats. Contact us and send us more details about the service you need. 

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Scott

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Daniel was great, especially given the long duration he had to take care of Cato. He was very communicative and really seemed to care about Cato's wellbeing.
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Great people we have met! - Xialen

4/11/2017

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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!

Hello! My name is Xialen (pronounced sha-len) and I love cats. So much so that besides having a family cat and hanging out at cat cafes, I volunteer every week at a no-kill, non-profit cat shelter just to spend time with more cats. One of the advantages of volunteering at a cat shelter is that I’m always exposed to all kinds of cat personalities and have learned how to read their body language. I’ve met such a wide array of cats and no matter how friendly or sassy or how old they are, I always willingly stay behind after my shift to play and give them the love and attention they so deserve. It also helps with establishing that sense of trust which is something I prioritize with every cat I encounter so he/she can feel comfortable in my company. That same amount of love and care will be given to your cat when I visit him/her.

I am a freelance baker/cake decorator and I work from home which means my schedule is very flexible. As a fellow cat owner, I know how much you will be missing your beloved feline friend so you can count on me with regular updates. I love taking pictures of cats just as much as I love playing with them. My entire camera roll is proof of that. 

I look forward to keeping your cat company while you’re away.
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Kitty in NY provides cat sitting visits to help you during short trips and long weekends. A loving caregiver will visit your cat/s in your apartment. You will receive an update after each visit. Contact us and send us more details about the service you need.
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Nneke - survey
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Xialen is amazing! Nurturing, kind and responsible. She provided detailed daily inforl on our two kitties along with adorable pictures. Will definitely be requesting her in the future.


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Shannon - survey
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Xialen was great. She sent update emails every evening with several photos of my cat. She spent time petting her and (trying to) play with her. Xialen followed all of my extra instructions, and it was a great help. This is the second time she has watched Kee Kee, and Kee Kee didn't even seem to miss me once I returned! Probably because Xialen did such a good job keeping her company every day.


Jack - survey
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Xialen was incredibly responsible and thoughtful. Her updates were timely, and her photos were very well done. We travelled without a worry knowing she was helping us. 

Sarah - survey
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Xialen is such a wonderful caregiver. She always is in touch promptly and sends great updates and fun pictures of each day she's with my cat, Ziggy. Ziggy loves her, and I feel so thankful to have found her and your service so I can rest easy when I have to travel!


Takeshi - survey
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It was a first time for me to ask cat sitting twice a day (normally once a day). It was very satisfied at Xialens punctual and continuous report. After my coming back, my cat seems to be satisfied as well.

Jonathan - survey
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Xialen, once again, was outstanding with our boys. (She takes suuuuch good pictures that we are officially jealous of her photography skills).

Jonathan - survey
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Xialen, as always, was totally excellent with Bosie and Oscar.  I don't know how we went away from the city without her help.

Kevin - survey
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My cat Cooper seems totally happy and normal - clearly he received a lot of attention from Xialen throughout my absence. Xialen sent daily emails and photo reports on Cooper, communicated well, and followed all my instructions carefully.

Sarah - survey
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Xialen is such a consistently great caregiver. Not only is she clearly a caring cat-lover, she is easy to coordinate with, clear on instructions, and always sends detailed reports each day with great photos. I so enjoy leaving my cat, Ziggy, in her care!

Jonathan - survey
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Xialen was amazing with both of our cats. She went above and beyond. Her daily pictures and text really set our mind at ease and allowed us to relax and enjoy our holiday. We will definitely be using your services again.

Sarah - survey
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Xialen is such an excellent caregiver. My cat, Ziggy, loves her, and she always is super communicative and sends a ton of photos with detailed updates each day. She really cares, and it shows! Not only have I recommended Kitty in NY on multiple occasions to friends, I always add that Xialen is a great caregiver if they're able to book her specifically, too!

Kirsten - survey
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Xialen shows up reliably at the times she is supposed to and gives our cats consistent, personalized attention. One of our cats is very shy, but he has really come out of his shell for Xialen; he loves getting pets from her and purring for her! Our other cat is more playful, and Xialen always gives her the chance to "hunt" her favorite mouse toy.

Sarah - survey
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Xialen is such a lovely caregiver. She is very communicative and always sends detailed updates with great photos. And she listens very well to instructions and always follows through. She is my favorite caretaker, and my cat is in love with her, too! Kitty In NY makes everything so easy, and I'm so happy to have found your amazing service!

Angela - survey
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Always professional, reliable, and my cat adores her!


David - survey
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Xialen is always very reliable and really does a wonderful job of playing with Raja and sending us pictures and updates 

Sarah - survey
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Xialen was SO wonderful. Easily my favorite Kitty in NY caregiver, which is saying something! She was extremely communicative, very caring and loving toward my cat, and sent great photo and video updates. She made the entire process stress-free and easy. She also is obviously such a cat person, and further proof is how easily my shy and anxious cat warmed up to her, both when we met together in my apartment and during her visits while I was away. I look forward to working with Kitty in NY and Xialen again!

Danielle M.
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Xialen was really great. She sent detailed updates everyday and took really great photos. (I’m even going to frame one.) She was flexible with returning the keys as well. Everything went great. Highly recommended!!

Toby - survey
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Xialen was completely reliable and we were very comfortable knowing that our cat was being well cared for in our absence. Her email updates and photos were also really appreciated.

Jack - survey
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Xialen is a wonderful caregiver. She keeps us updated on the cats, sending pictures and they really feel comfortable with her. We are very happy with her!

Josh - survey
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Xialen was great about sending us updates with wonderful photos and videos of our Tommy. He has had behavioral problems in the past, but she seems to be really great with him. We have recommended the service on Yelp and to friends, and we hope Xialen is available the next time we go away. 

Efrat - survey
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Xialen was amazing! Our cats tend to be blue when we leave, but this time it was as if we've never been gone. They were happy and friendly when we got home and were clearly well taken care of! Xialen sent us very detailed accounts on how the cats are doing and many photos and videos. We couldn't be more pleased and will definitely seek her services again.

Dmitri - survey
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Xialen is great with Penelope and she was extremely well organized with her updates! She also happens to be a great pet photographer!

Faith - survey
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Xialen was great! Sent me great photos and text message updates every day. Really helped to put my mind at ease over leaving my cat for so many days.

Katie - survey
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My caregiver was Xialen & she was really great! Meeting with her before I left for my vacation was helpful & I could immediately tell she was really knowledgeable and truly loved cats. She sent me daily text updated with a ton of pictures which was great and I was confident my cats were happy and in good hands. I would definitely hire her again & recommend her to friends. 

Chelsea - survey
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Xialen was great! She sent daily updates with pictures and was great with our cat (who is usually pretty shy but took to Xialen right away).

Josh - survey
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Xialen is very reliable and gets along great with our cat. We look forward to her updates and the awesome photos and videos she sends us. 

Sara - survey
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Great updates! Very patient with my picky 7 year old and 5 month kitty. :) 


Brenna - survey
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Xialen seems to know a lot about cat behavior and Penelope warmed up to her very quickly. We would love to work with her again!

Josh - survey
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Xialen was very nice and communicative. We really enjoyed the photos she sent of Tommy while we were away. 

Yemisi - survey
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Xialen is very professional. She loved on my cats, played with them and sent pictures and updates on them. They looked well fed. I would recommend her to anyone. 

Joshua R. - review
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This service was invaluable to us and is highly recommended. We needed someone gentle and caring to watch our sweet little hypersensitive headcase of a cat, Tommy. Jose was patient and responsive, and the cat sitter they sent us was wonderful--very responsible and helpful. The updates and adorable photos she sent us of Tommy made it bearable to be away from the little jerk for a few days.
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Great people we have met! - Beth

3/24/2017

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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!

Originally from Erie, PA, Beth grew up with cats and has always been a true cat lover.  Beth's finesse with felines is widely known in Park Slope and Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn where for many years she worked closely with veterinarians and  sitting services in providing care for the neighborhood cats.  It was there that she earned her stellar reputation as a cat sitter and boarder and now she's bringing her expertise to her new neighborhood in Tribeca!
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Beth is an actor, writer and producer.  She has appeared on stage, in film and on television shows like Broad City, Law and Order, and Blue Bloods.  Most recently, she's been busy producing and performing her one woman show entitled "Bed, Beth and Beyond".
If you live near Tribeca Beth is the perfect option to help you with your cat. Please contact us and send more details about the service you need.

Kitty in NY's in-home boarding service is perfect for social cats or mid/long term. Your cat lives at the caregiver's apartment where he/she will be the only pet. Our cat sitting visits are great for short term: a professional caregiver comes to your apartment to take care of your cat. 
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Carlos - survey
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​Beth is exceptional!


Carlos - survey
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Beth is terrific! She’s reliable, caring, and professional. We can always trust her to be taking care of our cat Lola. Thank you. 

Dana - survey
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Beth is always great - very reliable and goes beyond the call of duty in terms of cleaning up pet messes, etc. I never worry leaving my cats with her. 

Greg and Susan​ - survey
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Beth was very gentle with our Kitty who was traumatized by our departure and workmen entering the apt. Beth kept us posted daily and our 'fraidy Kitty came to trust her. It was a great comfort to know that our dear pet was cared for so well.

Virginia - survey
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Beth is amazing with people and cats. My cat didn't want to leave! Loved the pics. After my boyfriend and I met Beth and saw her place, we knew my cat would be fine there, and she loved it. Beth was great, and worked with my unusual schedule. 

Cara - survey
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She was very sweet and caring toward my cats and seemed very conscientious about learning their routines. Beth sent me daily texts with pictures during my trip, which I greatly appreciated 

Vanessa - survey
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Beth communicated with me regularly and took excellent care of Dexter. 

Vince - survey
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Beth was easy to deal with, and clearly very loving of pets. I would gladly use her again for my Amelia. 

Jodi - survey
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My cat was not on his best behavior while we were away; however, the caretaker took it stride and was very patient with him and his surly attitude. Additionally, she sent me notes and/or pictures of him on a daily basis and she had him all ready to go when we came to pick him up. 

Eric - survey
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Beth is taking a great care of our spoiled cat - Felix. She is willing to listen to us and understands all of our concerns. She sends update emails and pictures so that we know how Felix is doing while we are gone for 2 weeks. We are really appreciate her expertise on cat and completely trust her. We are highly recommend Beth and will definitely send Felix to her for care next time. :) 

Kelly - survey
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Beth did an excellent job at taking care of Gouda. She emailed updates to me daily and I picked Gouda up in great condition. Beth was extremely accommodating and I will use her service again in the future!

Regina - survey
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I returned home to a very content cat. My cat was obviously given great care while I was away. Beth was professional and friendly. Given her background, she has a vast knowledge of cats which helped me to feel comfortable leaving my cat with her. I highly recommend Beth. 
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Great people we have met! - Helen

3/19/2017

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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!

Helen is a Kitty in NY veteran. Her first experience was with a sweet little guy who flew, with his owner, all the way from France to NYC.  Since his owner travels regularly Miu Miu has spent considerable time on many occasions in Helen’s care, and a love-fest has ensued.
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Helen has gone on to have quite a few regulars and is charmed by their individual personalities. Helen lives in a one bedroom Gramercy Park neighborhood apartment (E. 23 St.)
If you are located downtown or midtown Manhattan, Helen would provide the best care for your feline friend. Contact us and send us more details about the service you need. Our in-home boarding service is best for mid/long term, you bring your cat to the caregiver's apartment where he/she will be the only pet. Your cat will enjoy the whole apartment. Our cat sitting visits are recommended for short periods of time. We look forward to helping you with your cat!

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Joanna - Yelp review

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My boyfriend and I had Helen cat sit our two-year-old tabby siblings this summer when we went out of town for the weekend. I can't express how crazy we are about our cats -- they are our babies and we could never put a price on their well-being, safety, and happiness. In the past we've had family watch them, so we were nervous about having a cat sitter. Thankfully, a friend of mine recommended Helen and boy did we luck out.

Helen is incredible. She's very funny, kind, and warm, and knows just the right way to handle every type of cat personality. Our boy is a little piggy and tries to eat his sister's food, our girl hisses at strangers and hides. But she did everything right to make them as comfortable as possible. She sent sweet, detailed emails after her visits along with lots of photos that put us immediately at ease. She took care of feedings, litter, water changing, and cleanup, leaving everything immaculate.

We totally trusted her in our apartment and with our kitties. I can't say enough about Helen and am so relieved we found someone who can care for our cats when we need it. Very highly recommend!!


Brittanae - survey
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Helen is AMAZING! I couldn't be happier with her professionalism and help throughout the entire boarding process - my Napoleon, who can be timid with new people at first, warmed up to her immediately. She was also incredibly responsive and communicative while he was in her care, which helps put me at ease given this was my first time ever boarding him.

Jamis - survey
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Helen is absolute a delight and wonderful to work with...Thank you,


John - survey
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Helen was a fantastic caregiver. She was very prompt and responsive and took great care of Downey. She sent timely notes about each visit and was always professional and courteous. I would not hesitate to recommend Helen to anyone needing a cat caregiver.  

Kat - survey
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Helen was a great caregiver for our kitty! She sent frequent pictures and updates to let us know Athena was happy and safe. She was very open and helpful in answering all our questions. We really appreciated all the communication and reassurance. 

Sandy - survey
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Helen is the best! She clearly loves our cats (and they her!) and her email updates are great. 

Elisabeth - survey
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Helen is the most caring caregiver. She is witty and cares deeply about the cat well-being. She always gives me tips. I love her very much :)

Emily - survey
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We love Helen!

Alison - survey
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Helen was responsive, attentive to our cat's needs, and has a great sense of humor! We will definitely be returning for our future cat-sitting needs.

Allison - survey

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Helen was great, my cat seemed to really like her. I appreciated the updates and photos she sent. Will definitely be using her again the next time I need a cat sitter. 

Chris - survey
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Not only did Helen care for the cats, but she sent us detailed and loving messages and photos about the visits, and helped keep our apartment clean for our return!

Jonathan - survey
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Helen is a blessing! Such lovely words every day about my kitty, and always the utmost care. So happy. 

Karen - survey
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Helen was great! She is a Kitty in NY pro. I looked forward to all of her daily emails and photos - she has quite the knack for writing! Not only that, but her apartment was fully prepared and furnished for a kitty heaven. We were lucky to have found her and Theo was lucky to have made a new friend.

Gabriela - survey
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Helen was marvelous. She clearly loved our kitty very much, and sent us wonderful updates with photos attached to give us peace of mind during our trip.

Andra - survey
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Helen emailed me nearly every morning with a detailed description about my cat's behavior and included several photos. Her emails were the highlight of my mornings!
Before I officially booked her, she invited me to meet her at her apartment; she showed me all of the supplies and furniture she keeps for caregiving and told me stories of her experiences with shy or difficult cats, which put my mind very much at ease.
I will definitely contact Helen next time I need a caregiver for my cat!


John - survey
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Helen was great! I appreciated her thoroughness in letting me know how Roxy was doing each day, and it was obvious she was really looking out for Roxy and her best interests. 

Amy - survey
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Helen had come to visit our kitty while we were away for short trips in the past, and we (and the cat) already had a good relationship with her. After 10 days at Helen’s apartment this time our cat looked very happy and comfortable, and we could tell that she had received all the attention she could have wanted. 

​Sandy - survey
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Helen was extremely responsive during the booking and initial visit, sent us wonderful updates and photos while we were away, and clearly cares for and enjoys playing with our cats. It was a pleasure working with her and we'll definitely request her again!

​Jackie - survey
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Helen was fantastic. She gave Teddy tons of attention and provided me with lots of updates and pictures.

​Elisabeth - survey
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Helen is a wonderful woman, she is caring and a has a good heart. Helen is Miumiu's favorite caregiver.

Heather - survey
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Helen is the sweetest. She writes great email updates and kept my kitty boy happy until i got home. 

Clémence - survey
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She always sent me an email to let me know how was her visit and how was my cat and her emails were very nice and funny. I loved them! And Helen was an adorable woman!

Geoff - survey
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Helen was wonderful - excellent communicator, perfect approach with our shy cat, and lovely all round! 

Elizabeth - survey
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When I first met Helen, I liked her right away because she had a calm demeanor and seemed very comfortable with cats. She listened to my concerns and was willing to work with me to meet all of Miu Miu’s needs.  She also provides personal care and detailed accounts of my pet's activities. While I was away, I received regular e-mails with pictures of my cat and a detailed update.“

Marisa - survey
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Sophie (my cat) bonded wonderfully with Helen. Sophie is older and requires more attention than a younger kitty, but Helen made me feel very comfortable during my extended vacation (2 weeks) that she was happy and well cared for.  Helen was nice enough to send frequent updates.  Also reassuring!

Sam - survey
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She kept me up to date on the status of my cat and was very caring and understanding!
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Great people we have met! - Roland

1/20/2017

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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!

Roland lives with his girlfriend in a 1 bedroom apartment near Columbus Circle. They are both pet lovers and would enjoy taking care of your cats until you come back.

As far back as I can remember my family has always had cats. Being a former cat owner for over 10 years gives me great experience in handling these curious an fun creatures. 
 
I currently am a physical trainer which allows me a lot of flexibility in my schedule. I spend most of my downs hours relaxing at my apartment which will ensure your precious little animals will be well taken care of and given lots of attention.

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If you live in the UWS or midtown west Roland will provide the perfect temporary home for your cat. He also visits cats in their homes. Contact us and send us more information about your service.

Kitty in NY will help you take care of your cat/s while you're away. Short or long temr, our in-home boarding and cat sitting services will alow you to enjoy your vacation, work trip, business or pleasure. You will receive regular updates from our caregivers. We love your cat/s!

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Sisi
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Roland is very punctual and responsible. He sends videos and pics of my kitties on every visit. My kitties are in good mood around him. He is very compassionate and connects with them very well. I see very active interaction such as playing with them and cuddling them. Routine service such as feeding and changing litter box are also taken care of in timely manner. I was very worried since this is the first time I’m away from my kitties for so long. But Roland’s service has assured me that my kitties are in good hands. I will highly recommend him to anyone who needs care for their beloved kittens.


Fareeda​
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Roland clearly LOVED my cat, and was very responsive and easy to communicate with. 

Allison​
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Roland is incredible. He is so kind and gentle with our cat who is still uneasy after moving in to a new home. He sent lots of pictures and videos with each visit which really calmed this anxious cat mom! I can't say enough wonderful things about Roland, we look forward to working with him any time we need someone to come visit our Sweeney.

Elena​
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Roland provided videos and updates on Meeko after each visit. He took great videos and provided clear & timely updates. 

Melissa​
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Roland is so great with our cat Ed, a rescue, we are so thankful and adore him!

Elena​
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Roland sent great videos of the cat every day! Felt confident she was getting exercise and attention!
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Katherine​
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Roland set videos for all 3 days of his time caring for Bella. I thought that was extra thoughtful of him. I could see he brushed her and played with her, went beyond just feeing her. She was well cared for!

Sandra​
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Roland took the best care of our two cats. He is very kind, neat and punctual. We loved all the photos and videos he sent us. 

Melissa​
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He sent me videos of my cat while I was on vacation and did such a great job!!!! 

Emily​
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Roland has exceeded our expectations. On very short notice he was available to cat sit for us. From the start of the service, he has been professional and welcoming, even sending photo and video updates of our cat. Would recommend Kitty in NY and specifically Roland to anyone!

Melissa​
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Roland sent videos and cleaned the littler box and Ed was in a great mood when I came home!
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Best pictures this Holiday season

1/10/2017

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Christmas and New Year's day are part of the busiest season for ​Kitty in NY. Our clients travel home to spend more time with their family and friends. Kitty in NY provides in-home boarding and cat sitting solutions that help you go away knowing your cat/s are taken care of.

 Here are some of our favorite kitty clients:
Contact us and send us more details about the service you need. We'll be glad to help you. Our in-home boarding and cat sitting solutions are the best way to enjoy your trips and holidays.
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