Kitty Sitting | How Does Cat Sitting Work?

(Updated Jan-2026)

Does the idea of having your kitty cats cared for in their own home pique your interest, but unsure how it works?

If so, read on below 👇🏻 as we share more details! 🤗

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Kitty Sitting 101

What is Home Kitty Sitting?

Home Kitty sitting is our premium care service where kitty caregivers specially come to care for kitty in their own home 🏡, at both kitty parents and kitty's convenience! 💝

What happens during Kitty Sitting?

The following is inclusive in each kitty sitting visit:

• Daily text and media updates

• Personalized feeding schedule for each kitty

• Daily cleaning of litter box

• Kitty playtime 🧶 (if kitty is comfortable & willing to engage)

• Daily checks and observations of kitty health and behaviour

• Tidying of kitty usage area

• Provides medical assistance (upon request at additional fee)

Why choose us?

1. Our belief in strong work ethic and accountability

You need the assurance that come what may, your kitties are fed and taken care of – we provide that. The possibility of no-shows as kitty parents ourselves are as unacceptable to us as it is to you.

2. Trained in AVS guidelines and animal care procedures

Many home cat sitting caregivers come from their own personal experiences of cat care, which varies between individuals. We began as a licensed animal facility that is not just trained in AVS guidelines of animal care, but have gone beyond to be further equipped with Low-Stress Handling.

3. Upfront fees

Detailed daily updates are included in our fee, and we do not skimp on media updates (photos / videos) either. Feel free to ask us on what you can expect on kitty updates.

How long are Kitty Sitting visits?

You choose between:

• 30-minute visits

• 60-minute visits

Feel free to have a discussion with us regarding the number of visits that are ideal for your kitty / kitties!

What are the fees like for Home Kitty Sitting?

Off-peak

30-min visits: $50

60-min visits: $75

Peak Holiday

30-min visits: $60

60-min visits: $90

Please note:

• Peak Holiday Season 2026: 20 November - 31 December

• 30-min visits: covers up to 2 kitties 60-min visits: covers up to 4 kitties Each additional kitty thereafter is $20 per kitty

• Emergency / last minute bookings (<48h notice) incur additional 50% fee.

• Please contact us to check if your location is covered by our services!

  • < 5 km of Queenstown: No additional fee

  • 5–10 km from Queenstown: + $10 per visit

  • 10–15 km from Queenstown: + $20 per visit

  • > 15 km from Queenstown: + $30 per visit

Which is the better option for my kitty? Kitty Boarding or Kitty Sitting? 🤔

We're glad you asked this million dollar question!

Frankly, it really comes down to both you and your kitty's personality and preference – and here are some pointers to consider that may be useful in aiding your choice:

Might be more suitable for:

	​Kitty Boarding (Hotel)	Kitty Sitting (Home)
Behavioural characteristics (Kitty)	Generally confident, interacts well and is friendly with new people, not intimidated in new environments, travels well Very much a people kitty, enjoys hooman companionship and company i.e. a lap cat, sleeps and sits right next to people	Very timid – runs and hides at the slightest noise, does not come out when friends are over in the home; Displays signs of aggression in fearful situations – hissing, swiping, growling, moves to attack etc.
Health status and upkeep of records (Kitty)	✅ Sterilisation record ✅ Yearly vaccination record ✅ FIV / FeLV status record ✅ Parasite prevention record Requires closer monitoring of health due to certain diseases (i.e. diabetes, seizures, post-op monitoring, etc.)	Missing some or all of the health records Immunocompromised / weak immunity due to certain diseases (i.e. cancer, FIV, FeLV, etc.)
Practical considerations	Home renovation Home relocation Any reason why kitty staying home is not feasible or ideal Discomfort at the idea of a third party coming over to the home	​Multiple kitty households and logistical nightmares 😅 (i.e. high vet costs to maintain yearly health requirements, moving all kitties to the hotel and back, etc.) Impromptu / late notice trips out of the country Unable to obtain all health records in time

I've decided! Sign me up for Kitty Sitting visits!

Wonderful! Here's how to proceed:

• Contact us for a booking reservation (at least 7 days prior)

• Home introduction visit (1-2 days prior)

  • Introducing kitty and sitter to each other in a safe space (with pawrents present)

  • Introducing sitter to where necessary items are located around the home

  • Key / digital lock exchange

• Enjoy your vacation while we care for your furkids! 🐈