Petme · Cat sitting · Upper West Side, New York
Cat sitters in New York's Upper West Side neighborhood
0% owner fee. Cashback on every booking. $22,000 Protection Plan. $26–$44 per visit in Upper West Side.
Riverside off-leash culture, doorman + walk-up mix, broader breed range. Walks revolve around Riverside Park and Central Park West. Cats stress less at home. Petme cat sitters in Upper West Side come to your apartment for drop-in visits, feed and water, scoop the litter, refresh the play, and send a photo update. Twice-daily visits are the standard cat-sitting pattern in New York; full house sitting is the upgrade for cats with separation anxiety or complex medical needs.
Find a cat sitter in Upper West Side0% owner fee + cashback
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Petme adds 0% owner fee and pays cashback (capped at $20 a booking). Typical platforms charge between 11% and 15% owner fees. Sitters set their own rates, so totals vary.
Verified pet sitters in Upper West Side
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5 average from 22 reviews by Upper West Side pet parents
Karson
Availability confirmed 10d ago
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Hi!! I can’t wait to take care of your pet while you’re away. I’ve loved animals as long as I can remember and I’ll do more than my absolute best to take great care of them!
Ethan Paikowsky
Availability confirmed 8d ago
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Based in the East Village, work remotely, and willing to travel! Huge animal lover and would love to care for your fuzzy friends :)
Lauren
Availability confirmed 15d ago
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Where Your Pet Feels Right at Home 🏠
NatalieNoesges
Availability confirmed 3d ago
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When your furry cutie needs someone there, don’t despair Nat will be there!
David
Availability confirmed 2d ago
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my name is David & I love all dogs & cats any type I love them all. I can take care of cats & dogs whenever throughout the day I have so much time on my hands 🫶
Maaidah
Availability confirmed 10d ago
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I will treat your pet as my own so they feel safe comfortable and happy!
Michelle Lawrence
Availability confirmed 4d ago
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hey! looking to fill my time when not in the classroom! Excited to care for your fur babies💗
Dominica
Availability confirmed 10d ago
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Hey!! My name is Dominica, i'm here to provide reliable, care to keep your pet safe and happy.
Catherine
Availability confirmed 14d ago
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Lifelong cat lover looking to fill my NYC life with more furry friends 🐱💕 Lots of cuddles, playtime, and loving care while you’re away!
Briana
Availability confirmed 13d ago
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Your friendly neighborhood dog lover!
Christina
Availability confirmed 9d ago
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woof and meow adventures!
Giovanny
Availability confirmed 3d ago
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I will love em like they’re my own pups :)
Audrey
Availability confirmed 14d ago
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In need of a reliable and quality cat sitter? Consider MEow! 😸
Sarah
Availability confirmed 11d ago
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Your best friend’s new best friend🐶
Alex Z
Availability confirmed 2d ago
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I’ve always had a soft spot for animals and love the joy, companionship, and unconditional love they bring into our lives. I’d love to spend time cari
Nyasia Cheese
Availability confirmed 2d ago
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hi my name is nyasia and I love taking care of pets book with me your pet will find a new best friend😁
mila
Availability confirmed 6d ago
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Your pets favorite sitter!
Suzanne
Availability confirmed 7d ago
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Providing loving care and peace of mind
Gabi
Availability confirmed 5d ago
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Reliable mid-day exercise, customized paces, and photo updates after every single walk.
Angel
Availability confirmed 3d ago
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Experienced, dependable pet care with all the love of home ❤️🐾
Angelo
Availability confirmed 11d ago
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every walk and stay with me is a fun adventure🐶🐕
Erzhena Baldanova
Availability confirmed 5d ago
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someone you can trust 🐾
Rosa
Availability confirmed 10d ago
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Petting dogs since I could walk. From toddling around with my first stuffed puppy to giving belly rubs to real ones, dogs have always been part of my life. I’ve grown up knowing that a good ear scratc
JessicaXanthe
Availability confirmed 13d ago
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Hi, I'm Jessica! English by birth, New Yorker by choice, and a total sucker for anything with fur, feathers, or floppy ears! My love affair with animals traces back to childhood (ask my parents about
Rebecca Guimaraes
Availability confirmed 15d ago
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I’ll keep your pet safe, happy, and entertained while you’re away !! because apparently they need a vacation from you too Book with me and let the tail wags begin
Oly Sando
Availability confirmed 10d ago
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"Míra, huele, sólo sienteme"
Alyssa
Availability confirmed 7d ago
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Loving Care When You’re Not There
Binta
Availability confirmed 6d ago
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Enrichment | Wellness | Peace of Mind Lifelong animal lover with 10+ years of experience and currently running a full time animal caretaking business
Monique Rivers-Wise
Availability confirmed 8d ago
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Pet care isn’t just my profession—it’s my passion. Whether your pet needs walks, drop-in visits, medication administration, or lots of love while you’re away, you can rest easy knowing they’re in expe
Kelly
Availability confirmed 4d ago
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“Loving & trusted dog caregiver.” 🐾
Isabella
Availability confirmed 7d ago
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years of experience plus a passion and love for dogs there is no worry here.
Katrina Le Benger
Availability confirmed 5d ago
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I speak fluent side-eye, dinner dance, nervous pacing, and “I only like affection on my terms”—because exceptional pet care starts with noticing what they can’t tell us. i’ve always been animal lover
Natalia
Availability confirmed 13d ago
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Your pet, my care, their second home 💖
Kate
Availability confirmed 5d ago
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Hii im Kate, I have a Golden Retriever of my own, so I’m very comfortable with the responsibility and care that comes with having a pet. I love going on walks, playing, giving lots of cuddles, and mak
Gabriela
Availability confirmed 14d ago
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I am passionate about making sure your pets feel loved and cared for!
Kavya
Availability confirmed 13d ago
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About Upper West Side
Cat sitting in Upper West Side, what it actually looks like
The Upper West Side splits its daily walks between Central Park West (entrances at 72nd, 81st, 86th, 96th, 100th) and Riverside Park (the long stretch along the Hudson with three off-leash areas: 72nd, 87th, 105th). Most sitters live in pre-war buildings along Broadway, West End, and Riverside Drive. a mix of doorman buildings and small walk-ups.
Upper West Side sitters host a noticeably wider breed range than the UES: doodles, Cavaliers, Labradors, and a strong rescue contingent reflecting the neighborhood's deep volunteer culture around Anjellicle Cats and Animal Haven. Off-leash culture at the Riverside dog runs is the social glue; sitters often know neighborhood dogs by name.
Where cat sitters work in Upper West Side
Petme cat sitters in Upper West Side know the local routes. Top spots: Riverside Park, Central Park West, Lincoln Center area, 79th Street Boat Basin.
Breeds in the Upper West Side booking mix
The most-booked breeds across Upper West Side on Petme right now: Goldendoodle, Cavalier King Charles, Labrador. Filter by breed when searching.
The cashback maths
What 5 drop-in visits in Upper West Side actually cost
Worked example at $35 per visit, the midpoint of the Upper West Side example range. Each sitter sets their own rate, and it is the same either way; the difference is what each platform stacks on top.
| Line item | Petme | Typical platforms |
|---|---|---|
| Sitter rate (5 × $35) | $175 | $175 |
| Pet-owner service fee (~11%) | $0 | ~$18 |
| Cashback earned | −$5 | n/a |
| Effective cost | $170 | $193 |
$22,000 Protection Plan is included in the Petme price. Competitors charge separately or cap medical reimbursement.
How it works
Find a Upper West Side cat sitter in three steps
Search Upper West Side
Pick your dates, browse verified Petme cat sitters in Upper West Side. Read profiles, reviews, breed experience, and house rules before reaching out.
Meet in person
Free meet-and-greet with any sitter before you commit. Hand over keys, walk them past the doorman or building staff, confirm routines and medical needs.
Book + earn cashback
Confirm in-app, sitter is notified instantly, $22,000 Protection Plan kicks in immediately, and cashback on every booking lands in your Petme balance when the booking ends.
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Pet care services in Upper West Side, New York
Pet Boarding
Overnight stays at a sitter's home with personalized care and attention in Upper West Side, New York
Dog Walking
Scheduled walks to keep your dog active, happy, and well-exercised in Upper West Side, New York
House Sitting
In-home care where a sitter stays at your place with your pet in Upper West Side, New York
Drop-in Visits
Quick check-ins for feeding, playtime, and potty breaks in Upper West Side, New York
Doggy Daycare
Daytime supervision and socialization while you're at work in Upper West Side, New York
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