Dedicated sitters that are ready to take care of your loved ones whenever you might need.
All of our sitters have extensive background checks and years of experience so you can rest assured that your home and fur family are being taken care of by the best!
We strive to take care of your cats like they are our very own, while also remembering all of the animals who do not have a warm, safe home with loving humans.
Gotham City Cat Care donates a portion of the proceeds from each client visit to Ready for Rescue a 501c3 Animal Rescue in NYC.
During each visit your sitter will give your cats fresh food and water, scoop out the litter box, and spend some quality time with them to make sure they are happy and healthy.
Daily care for your much loved Kitty while you’re at work or away.
30-Minute visit
$31.00 per visit
During each visit your sitter will give your cats fresh food and water, scoop out the litter box, and spend quality time with them to make sure they are happy and healthy.
Also included is plant watering, bringing in the mail, and taking out the trash if needed.
Plus, you’ll get a daily progress report (you choose – email or text) so you can find out whether Kitty was naughty or nice while you were away!
60-minute visit
$55.00 per visit
Kitty needs more love? Our 60-minute visits include the full 30-minute package plus extra play and cuddle time!
Sleepovers
Each item is in addition to the cost of the visit
Weekends & Holidays
$5 per day /$10 per overnight
For visits on all Saturdays and Sundays. Holidays listed below that fall on a Saturday or Sunday incur $5 per visit that is in addition to the weekend fee.
2026 Holidays: Jan 01, Jan 19, Feb 14 to 16, Feb 14-16 May 23-25 June 19 Sept 5-7 Oct 10-12 Nov 11 Nov 26-29 Dec 25-27 Dec 31 Jan 1, 2027
$5 per additional pet
$8 per treatment
10$ per injection / $ 20 for fluid….
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$20 per trip
We hate all these extras! We can help you figure out an arrangement to make key exchange more convenient for everyone, while avoiding fees.
If you return earlier than expected from a trip, please note that no refund will be issued for the unused visits from your original requested dates.
If a standard (non-holiday) booking is cancelled with less than 48 hours’ notice before the start date, a fee equal to the amount of a 30-minute visit ($31) will be charged. If a booking is cancelled with less than 24 hours’ notice of the booking’s start date, 20% of the total fee will be charged.
During the major holidays (July 4, Memorial Day weekend, Labor Day weekend, Thanksgiving, and Christmas), if a booking is cancelled with less than 72 hours’ notice, a 20% fee will be charged. If less than 48 hours’ notice is given the fee will be 50% of the booking amount. If less than 24 hours’ notice is given the fee of 75% of the booking amount will be charged.
These policies are to help protect our sitters and our business.
Diana
Anthony
Annika
Danya
Deb
A’ja
Kathleen
Linda
Elena
Elena has lived with cats her whole life and has experience with both adopted and rescued cats, so she understands different personalities. Elena has been cat sitting for over 7 years for friends and clients, and she is known for being reliable, clean, and attentive. She enjoys traveling and wellness, and always creates a calm, safe space for every cat she cares for.
I will send a photo of Elena separately on Slack.
We’re CERTIFIED!
Certified Professional Pet Sitter (CPPS)
We’re Bonded & Insured
When you are away and depending on someone else to take care of your home and your precious feline friends, it’s important to know that this care is backed up by full liability insurance coverage, honesty bonding, and criminal background checks. By providing all three, we let you rest easy. We are proud to be represented by Business Insurers of the Carolinas, a company that specializes in insurance needs for the pet care industry.
Karin Johansson, the founder and owner of Gotham City Cat Care is a Certified Professional Pet Sitter (CPPS) through Pet Sitters International, ensuring expert, reliable, and professional pet care.
We cover Manhattan and some parts of Brooklyn.
Email is best!
info@gothamcitycatcare.com
Phone:
917-443-3145
EXCELLENT Based on 19 reviews Posted on Google Traci TournouxTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve been using Gotham City Cat Care for years and they are the only people I trust with my cat, Binxley. Before he passed, I had a second cat who needed daily medication, and I always felt totally comfortable leaving knowing they were in excellent care. Binxley is… well, let’s just say he’s a little grumpy and hides from strangers. Deb, Binxley’s sitter, never lets that stop her. She’ll get down on the floor and coax him out from under the bed so he still gets some playtime and affection while I’m away. She sends me photos and thoughtful notes after every visit, which gives me so much peace of mind. If you’re looking for a cat sitter who truly goes above and beyond, feeding, playing, snuggling, and keeping you updated, Gotham City Cat Care is it. Your cats will be safe, happy, and cared for like family.Posted on Google Mick BowenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Gotham City Cat Care has consistently provided loving care for our cats over the years. Karin's affection for our pets is obvious -- she even sent a note of condolence after one of our cats died. Karin is attentive and flexible when it comes to scheduling and billing, etc. A'ja is an excellent sitter who provides patient care for our now elderly (and vocal) cat. We have tried several other pet-sitting services in the past, but now we only use Gotham City Cat Care for its reliability and thoughtfulness.Posted on Google Vanessa TorreyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommend!! Karin, the owner, is extremely responsive and easy to work with, and our wonderful sitter Deb has always been a reliable and caring friend to our sweet rascals. While we miss them so much when we travel, we feel extremely comfortable leaving our babies in her care. She shares photos, videos, and updates with each visit, and it is evident that they love her. We recently moved out of NYC, and I have yet to find a sitter who comes anywhere close to meeting the high bar that Deb and Gotham City Cat Care have set.Posted on Google denzil gallagherTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Gotham City cat care is amazing. We have had nothing other than an amazing experience working with them. Our cat sitter Cassandre has been awesome. Gotham City cat care has looked after our two cats for over 4 years now and Cassandre has consistently looked after them which we are truly grateful for. Fantastic service and looking forward to continuing our relationship with them.Posted on Google Erin GoodhartTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Gotham City Cat Care, the owner Karin, and their lovely, caring sitters have taken care of my fur babies for 7 years now! I've lived in two places during this time with two different cats, and I've always felt confident that mine and my kitty's needs were very well taken care of. Our current sitter Deb is awesome, really cares to bond with your pet, and gives very detailed feedback and pics/videos from each visit. It's been a relief to not have to worry while out of town. I highly recommend!Posted on Google JackTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My go-to cat sitting in the city. Used them 4 or 5 times now and always happy with the service. And prices aren’t too bad eitherPosted on Google Frank ChenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Got referred to this wonderful local business by our building staff as Deb took care of cats in multiple units in the building. Deb is a very caring cat sitter. She took the time to get to know Chase before our first visit and took notes of important things I said about our little friend. After each visit, she sent us a very detailed and heartwarming report of the visit and we are assured that our cat is in good hands. Highly recommend due to the personal touch and reasonable price!Posted on Google Flavia MitriTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have 2 cats who I love more than anything in this world. After a difficult experience with Meowtel, I asked my vet for a more qualified cat sitter service, as one of my cats is an adorable 17 year old grandma. They recommended Gotham City Cat Care and it rapidly became the only service I trust to take care of my babies. Deb is their favorite sitter and takes excellent care of them, giving me very thorough daily updates. She is extremely responsive, very kind to my kitties and someone I trust blindly. There are many cat sitter services out there, but I learned the hard way the importance of having someone better trained to handle an emergency or cats with difficult personalities. Gotham Cat is the only way to go!Posted on Google Sadie CarrollTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Absolutely thrilled with the exceptional service provided by Gotham City Cat Care! Our cat sitter, Deb, always goes above and beyond in taking care of our cats. She provides us with detailed updates, including adorable photos and videos of our cats enjoying their time with her. Deb is incredibly attentive to their needs, ensuring they are not only well-fed and cared for but also given plenty of playtime and affection. It is such a relief knowing that our cats are in such capable and loving hands while we are away. Highly recommend Gotham City Cat Care, especially Deb!Posted on Google Suzanne AppelTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I've been using Gotham City Cat Care for my two cats for around 6 years, and they are the best! The owner Karin is so responsive to requests, has always set us up with quality sitters, and has even looked after our cats a few times herself! We have used many different sitters with Gotham over the past 6 years, and every one is always so lovely and takes amazing care of our cats. We get so many updates, photos, and videos, and I am always completely comfortable knowing that our cats are in their care. Don't hesitate to book with them, they are the best!
EXCELLENT Based on 44 reviews Posted on Yelp Cindy K.Verified We are so thankful to have found Gotham City Cat Care and specifically Cassandre! She took incredible care of our two cats, making sure all their needs were met and that they got plenty of enrichment. Cassandre kept us updated throughout our trip and made us feel safe knowing our kitties were in good hands and that someone responsible was checking in on our apartment. Karin made booking and payment easy, and we appreciated the thorough intake forms and communication. It can be nerve wracking to leave your beloved pets in the hands of a new sitter, but the whole process made us feel really confident. Will definitely be a return client!Posted on Yelp Traci T.Verified I've been using Gotham City Cat Care for years and they are the only people I trust with my cat, Binxley. Before he passed, I had a second cat who needed daily medication, and I always felt totally comfortable leaving knowing they were in excellent care. Binxley is... well, let's just say he's a little grumpy and hides from strangers. Deb, Binxley's sitter, never lets that stop her. She'll get down on the floor and coax him out from under the bed so he still gets some playtime and affection while I'm away. She sends me photos and thoughtful notes after every visit, which gives me so much peace of mind. If you're looking for a cat sitter who truly goes above and beyond, feeding, playing, snuggling, and keeping you updated, Gotham City Cat Care is it. Your cats will be safe, happy, and cared for like family.Posted on Yelp Vanessa R.Verified Highly recommend!! Karin, the owner, is extremely responsive and easy to work with, and our wonderful sitter Deb has always been a reliable and caring friend to our sweet rascals. While we miss them so much when we travel, we feel extremely comfortable leaving our babies in her care. She shares photos, videos, and updates with each visit, and it is evident that they love her. We recently moved out of NYC, and I have yet to find a sitter who comes anywhere close to meeting the high bar that Deb and Gotham City Cat Care have set.Posted on Yelp Erin G.Verified Gotham City Cat Care, the owner Karin, and their lovely, caring sitters have taken care of my fur babies for 7 years now! I've lived in two places during this time with two different cats, and I've always felt confident that mine and my kitty's needs were very well taken care of. Our current sitter Deb is awesome, really cares to bond with your pet, and gives very detailed feedback and pics/videos from each visit. It's been a relief to not have to worry while out of town. I highly recommend!Posted on Yelp Flavia M.Verified I have 2 cats who I love more than anything in this world. After a difficult experience with Meowtel, I asked my vet for a more qualified cat sitter service, as one of my cats is an adorable 17 year old grandma. They recommended Gotham City Cat Care and it rapidly became the only service I trust to take care of my babies. Deb is their favorite sitter and takes excellent care of them, giving me very thorough daily updates. She is extremely responsive, very kind to my kitties and someone I trust blindly. There are many cat sitter services out there, but I learned the hard way the importance of having someone better trained to handle an emergency or cats with difficult personalities. Gotham Cat is the only way to go!Posted on Yelp Rebecca M.Verified I used Gotham City Cat Care to care for two sets of cats when I lived in NYC. Karin was wonderful to deal with both times! Deb was an absolutely amazing sitter for our two kittens. That they enjoyed their time with her was apparent from the wonderful photos, videos, and narratives she shared! We trusted her with our boys completely, and were very sad that we couldn't take her with us when we moved!Posted on Yelp Elise H.Verified The team at Gotham City Cat Care is phenomenal! I had a 5 day trip planned where I would be leaving my fur baby for the first time and was very anxious about the whole experience. However, my sitter Karin was a dream and made me and my pet feel completely at ease. I highly recommend Gotham City Cat Care and will absolutely be hiring them again!Posted on Yelp Laura Z.Verified Having been a customer of Gotham City Cat Care since 2016, I can confidently say that this is the best cat sitting service any cat parent could ever ask for! Karin has always been highly professional -- her responsiveness, accommodation, and patience with all my demands and requests are truly remarkable. She is also an incredible person who has a genuine and compassionate heart for animals. She is a strong advocate for animal rescues - even provides special discounts to rescue group volunteers! When I recently relocated to Brooklyn, I was anxious about finding a new cat sitting service. Thankfully, Cassandre came to the rescue and took exceptional care of my two introverted cats during my recent trips. She was attentive, responsible, and very thoughtful! Moreover, she went above and beyond to make my cats feel comfortable and secure while we were away. I am grateful for the consistently wonderful service that Gotham City Cat Care has provided for my cats over the years. If you are seeking someone reliable and trustworthy to care for your cat, look no further. Gotham City Cat Care is the answer!Posted on Yelp Sally S.Verified I absolutely love my cat sitter Cassandre! She came a day early to pick up keys and meet my cat. I'd only gotten my cat a few weeks before having to leave town and was really nervous about leaving him, but Cassandre was wonderful and kept me in the loop every day with text, photos, and videos. My cat bonded with her super quickly and I'll absolutely be calling her up next time I need a sitter!Posted on Yelp William H.Verified We recently used Gotham City Cat Care for the first time and are in love with Deb. She is so attentive to our cat Madison and responsive to a nervous cat parent. We really appreciate being able to leave Madison in the care of someone so excellent. We can't wait to use Deb again for all of our future visits!
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