💬 Need help booking a sitter?

Frequently Asked Questions

🐾 Feline Tails Owner FAQ – Trusted NYC Cat Sitting Answers

Trusted NYC Cat Sitting, Simplified

Getting Started

1. What is Feline Tails?
Feline Tails is New York City’s only commission-free, sitter-vetted cat care platform. We connect cat owners with verified, insured sitters who offer boutique-level care, transparent pricing, and a feline-first approach. Learn more about Feline Tails.


2. How Does the Booking Process Work?

Booking is quick and flexible:

  • Sign up and complete your cat’s profile
  • Get matched with a vetted NYC sitter
  • Schedule a free Intro Call
  • Optional Mingle & Greet
  • Choose your plan: Membership or Pay-As-You-Go
  • Confirm your sitter match and pay only after the Mingle & Greet
  • Platform booking/Scheduling access activates post-match after you have chosen your plan, unlocking your dashboard and perks
    See our Booking Page

 

3. What’s an Intro Call?
A complimentary 15–20 minute video chat to build trust, ask questions, and discuss your cat’s needs. 

 

4. What’s a Mingle & Greet?
An optional meeting—virtual or in-person—to observe sitter-cat interaction and review care instructions.

5. What Services Can I Book?

  • Stay & Play – In-Home Cat Sitting: $35 per 30 minutes (+$5/additional cat, +$5/experienced sitter)
  • Home Away from Home – Boarding: $35 per day (+$5/additional cat, +$5/experienced sitter)
    View All Services

6. What Are the Pricing Options?

Choose your plan:

  • Pay-As-You-Go: $15/visit
  • Membership: $30/month + $5/visit
    Compare Memberships

 

7. Are There Any Hidden Fees?
No hidden fees. Stripe processing fee (2.9% ) at checkout.

 

8. How Are Sitting and Boarding Rates Charged?
All payments processed to sitters via Stripe. Tips are optional and paid directly to the sitter.

 9. Are Sitters Background-Checked?
Yes. Multi-step vetting, interviews, background checks, and feline-specific care training.

10. How Are Sitters Vetted?
Manual review, references, training, background checks, interviews, safety quizzes, and onboarding.

11. Is My Cat Covered by Insurance?
Yes, when booked with a verified sitter who opts into our group policy.

12. How Do I Know Your Sitters Are Trustworthy?
All sitters are manually vetted, background-checked, and trained in feline-first care.

13. How Are Sitters Rated and Reviewed?
Trust Score based on background checks, training, and client reviews. Look for badges like Verified Sitter or Top Rated.

14. What’s Included in My Membership?

  • 3 bookings/month at $5 each
  • Concierge onboarding
  • Unlimited Free Intro Call
  • Verified and insured sitters
  • Wellness resources
  • Community events
  • Referral rewards
  • Senior support discounts
  • Bundles and Discounts
  • Full Owner Dashboard access Membership Benefits

 

15. Can I Pause, Downgrade, or Cancel My Membership?
Yes, anytime through your dashboard.

 

16. Do I Need a Membership to Book a Sitter?
No, membership is optional. Pay-As-You-Go is available.

17. How Do I Cancel or Reschedule?

  • 48+ hours: Full refund
  • 24–48 hours: 25% cancellation fee
  • <24 hours: No refund (except emergencies)

Manage appointments in your Owner Dashboard.

18. What if I need a sitter in less than 48 hours?
Use Fast Track Booking:

  • Choose your plan
  • Email support: customersupport@felinetails.com
  • Get matched fast

19. What if I travel often or have multiple cats?
Tiered memberships to match your lifestyle.

20. Can I keep the same sitter?
Yes, Feline Tails supports long-term sitter relationships.

21. How do I receive updates during care?
Daily updates via your preferred method: photos, check-ins, notes.

 

22. What if my cat doesn’t adjust well to a sitter or new environment?

  • Try a different sitter match
  • Use the Mingle & Greet
  • Choose the right care setting
  • Monitor behavior via updates
  • Emergency support available

 

23. How do you handle aggressive or anxious cats?

  • Owners must disclose behavioral concerns
  • Matching algorithm considers temperament
  • White Glove Sitters for high-needs cats
  • Sitters trained to de-escalate stress
  • Immediate notification if aggression occurs

 

24. Do you support senior cats or cats with medical needs?
Yes. Experienced sitters, medication routines, mobility support, and senior support discounts.

25. What happens if I need help or something goes wrong?

  • Report incidents via dashboard or email
  • Support team can help with sitter re-selection, booking edits, or review moderation
  • Community feedback monitored for quality and safety
    Contact Support

 

26. What if I need help during a booking?
Access real-time support, incident reporting tools, and educational resources.

Use our Fast Track Booking for urgent care: 

👉Step 1: Choose your plan 

  • Pay-As-You-Go 
  • Standard Membership 
  • Premium Membership (coming soon) 

👉Step 2: Email support 
📧 customersupport@felinetails.com 
Subject: [URGENT] Fast Track Booking Request 
Include: 

  • Service dates 
  • Care type: Stay & Play or Home Away from Home 
  • Confirmation of your plan 

 

👉 Step 3: Get matched fast 
We’ll reply within 2 hours (during business hours) with sitter options and set up a same-day Intro Call. 

27. What if I need a sitter urgently?
Use Fast Track Booking for last-minute care.

28. Do sitters offer overnight house sitting?
No, but Home Away from Home boarding ( sitter boards cat in their own home) is available. 

29. How do I use my Owner Dashboard?
View upcoming and past bookings, schedule or reschedule appointments, receive reminders, and manage everything in one place.

Why Pet Parents Love Us

“I felt very confident my cat(s) were being played with while we were gone. Our cats were so happy when we came home , it was clear the quality of care was top notch.”
— Gretchen, NYC Cat Mom

Cookie Policy

We use cookies to care for your experience. By using Feline Tails, you agree to our use of cookies to enhance site navigation, personalize content, and support our community of trusted cat sitters. Learn more in our Privacy Policy.