Domestic longhair cat
  • 1 Daily Visit €20
  • 2 Daily Visits €35
  • Per Night Stay €70

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About Me

The cat sitter your cat would choose.

I’m a civil servant who lives in Celbridge and currently blended working. I am Garda cleared for work. I drive, so transport is not an issue and I'm available to travel to parts of Dublin and North Kildare, including Lucan, Leixlip, Maynooth, Clane, Straffan, Newcastle, and Rathcoole.

My prices have increased, slightly, due to the rise in fuel prices but please contact me before booking, especially if you live locally (within walking distance only), as I may be able to apply a discount.

I’ve always been a cat person and, when we moved to Celbridge, we started out with two ex-feral rescue cats and now have seven rescue cats who live indoors with us. Two of those are fiv positive, and the other five came from various neglectful or abusive situations so I’m well used to administering medication, giving injections, and caring for sick, scared, or nervous cats, and cats with disabilities.

My cats are my babies and are the real bosses in our house. I adore every one of them and fall in love with every cat I meet.

“In ancient times cats were worshipped as gods; they have not forgotten this.” – Terry Pratchett

I'm more than happy to meet your cats prior to you making a booking as this can ensure that we're a good fit and that they're happy for me to look after them.

Cats need their routine and I'm happy to strictly follow your instructions to ensure that your cat/s are safe, happy, and comfortable having me in their space.

Each visit lasts between 30 mins and 50 mins. I can brush your cat/s if they want to be brushed, I can administer medication or give injections, and I can clip nails. I provide those all-important cuddles and play time with your cat/s and I'm happy to read their body language and respect their space.

I scoop/refill/wash litter trays, wash and sterilize food and water bowls, clean/refill drinking fountains, and sweep/hoover the area to catch stray hair and litter.

I can also water plants, take in post, put out/take in bins, turn on/off lights, open/close curtains or blinds, and any other jobs to make your home look occupied - this is all included in the fee.

I make notes and take pictures and videos, to send to you after each visit, so you can be sure that your furbaby is happy, and getting the care, love, and attention they deserve.

“Time spent with cats is never wasted.” – Sigmund Freud.

My Reviews

  • 7 Jun 25

    Christine G

    Maynooth

    It's always so comforting to see my cat and Mary snuggling and adoring each other. Makes for guilt free travel!

  • 2 Jun 25

    David B

    Celbridge

    Excellent work by Mary, I would never do elsewhere in the future if she was available.

  • 27 May 25

    Sandra S

    Co Dublin

    Smudgie and Misneach were well taken care of by Mary as always! So happy to see that even Smudgie who is nervous around people was very relaxed.

  • 30 Apr 25

    Frank E

    Dublin

    Mary once again looked after the furballs whilst we were away, and as always they were well cared for! Always goes the extra mile (thanks for the tips on cleaning water fountain pump!), and dealt with some unsavoury litter tray missed as well. At this stage Boo and Merv know Mary as practically family - it's wonderful leaving them in her company 😺

  • 1 Apr 25

    Stephen B

    Celbridge

    We've called on Mary for several years now and it is always a pleasure to have her look after our cat Zoe. It is a huge relief that Mary truly loves to spend time beyond simply feeding. She will also talk or just spend time and go out of her way to keep us informed and check in regularly. We cannot recommend her enough.

  • 11 Mar 25

    Frank E

    Dublin

    Mary looked after our two furry guys whilst we took a break away. At this stage they both know Mary well and enjoy her company - so they are relaxed and happy! We got all the usual detailed updates, and Mary always goes the extra mile to make sure everything is spot on. We cannot imagine trusting anyone else like we do Mary. Cannot recommend more!

  • 9 Dec 24

    Brian C

    Maynooth

    Mary is a wonderful cat sitter. It was clear to see that in the video updates that Mary took great care of Corneilus and that he loved spending time with her. Would highly recommend

  • 9 Dec 24

    Sarah L

    Celbridge

    Mary is a wonderful pet sitter, she truly loves animals and takes great care to look after them. Communication is great and we know they are in safe hands if we go away!

  • 14 Nov 24

    Christine G

    Maynooth

    Mary was wonderful as always. My cat really enjoys her cuddles and is really well looked after

  • 3 Nov 24

    Stephen B

    Celbridge

    Mary always does an excellent job taking care of Zoe when we're away. She always sends video updates every visit like clockwork and is readily available if we have any questions or suggestions. 100% our cat sitter of choice!

  • 29 Oct 24

    Sarah L

    Celbridge

    Mary was a delight to work with, she is very passionate about animals and all communication was easy and quick. I would highly recommend her to anyone, especially for those who need someone who understands how to look after cats with medical needs or older cats.

  • 28 Oct 24

    Paula A

    County Kildare

    Mary was lovely, the cats loved her and she kept us updated of everything. Thank you so much!

  • 27 Oct 24

    Judith M

    Celbridge

    Mary looked after my 3 cats for a few days. Communication was excellent with daily updates and videos. She displayed great sensitivity dealing with 3 cats with very different characters. Her love and caring for our feline friends is obvious!

  • 21 Oct 24

    Sandra S

    Co Dublin

    This was the first time Mary took care of Smudgie and Misneach and it won’t be the last. She looked after them amazingly well and I loved the updates she sent me. Smudgie is a very nervous girl with new people but she loved Mary in no time so you can see what an animal lover she is. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her.

  • 22 Jul 24

    Stephanie H

    Maynooth

    Mary is so wonderful with our cat Mystique! She gave her loads of time outside in the garden, and lots of updates so we know she’s doing well. We always know she’s in good hands!

  • 17 Jul 24

    Joshua S

    .

    Mary is fantastic! She sent us videos and messages each day she visited our cat and did a great job caring for him. We came home to a very cake and relaxed kitty, he barely seemed to notice we had even bee

  • 7 Jul 24

    Christine G

    Maynooth

    Mary is a great sitter. My cat and I heartily recommend her. One of us gives her presents of shrews to show our appreciation

  • 13 Jun 24

    Elina N

    Lucan

    Guaranteed ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ care for your cats every time - can’t thank Mary enough for looking after our two ladies!

  • 9 Jun 24

    Christine G

    Maynooth

    It's so reassuring to know that Mary is taking care of my cat- I have complete peace of mind leaving home. The videos give a full picture of what's going on when I'm not there, down to the little present that the cat brought Mary to show her appreciation!

  • 8 Jun 24

    Emer

    .

    If I could give Mary 100 stars out of 5 I would. My cats are my family and she definitely cared for them as if they were her own. She sent daily updates which filled me with joy and monitored a health concern which came up dilligently. I trust very few people with my babies but I am totally comfortable with Mary and would use her services again.

  • 28 May 24

    Elina N

    Lucan

    Our girls are always getting the best care with Mary when we are away - and it’s great to get updates over pictures and videos from her daily visits 😊

  • 20 May 24

    Elina N

    Lucan

    Our girls always seem so relaxed after Mary has been looking after them while we are away - stress free time for both me and the cats 😻

  • 24 Apr 24

    Christine G

    Maynooth

    It was so reassuring to get all the lovely videos of my cat being lovingly looked after, she clearly loved her cuddles with Mary. Plus lots of updates so I knew all was well. I would definitely get Mary again

  • 12 Apr 24

    Stephen B

    Celbridge

    Mary is our number 1 choice for cat sitting. She's minded our Zoe many times in the past, it's always hard to fit enough praise within the word count! Zoe loves how much Mary talks to her and sings to make her feel comfortable. Mary always puts Zoe first and treats her like a princess. It's amazing to see someone who cares so much!

  • 1 Apr 24

    Elina N

    Lucan

    Such a great feeling to have a peace of mind when being away from home for a couple of days. Thank you Mary for looking after our two girls - amazing as always! 😻

  • 25 Mar 24

    Stephanie H

    Maynooth

    Mary was so great with Mystique! We got updates and videos every day, and knew she was being well taken care of. She got lots of rubs, brushing, and time outside in the garden, and the place was spotless when we got home. Thanks Mary!!

  • 11 Mar 24

    karen m

    dublin

    Mary looked after Louie for us again for 6 days. Mary goes above and beyond, and we know he's well taken care of when we're away , we will never hesitate to book her again and highly recommend Mary to anyone. Very reliable and great at communicating, thanks again Mary .

  • 11 Mar 24

    Tina F

    Kildare

    Came home to happy kitties. Well cared for and spotless house. Can’t thank Mary enough for all the love she showed Bailey and Mia. 🙏

  • 7 Mar 24

    Frank E

    Dublin

    Mary once again looked after the two boys whilst we took a short hotel break. Snow fell when we were away, but Mary made sure they were warm and well fed! Thanks again Mary for the great care you give the boys!

  • 8 Feb 24

    Frank E

    Dublin

    Mary took care of the two boys whilst we were away over the weekend. Once again she gave them loads of attention and play, and she also gave Mervin some ointment for a few owies he has. Came home to two well fed and content kitties! Thanks again Mary!

  • 1 Jan 24

    Frank E

    Dublin

    Mary looked after our two furballs whilst we travelled west for Xmas. As always it is very comforting to know they are in the best of hands! They had a great Xmas in Mary's care, and we received the usual great vids of each visit. As always - cannot recommend Mary more!

  • 27 Nov 23

    Roisin M

    Leixlip

    Would highly recommend Mary. She looked after our two cats while we were away for the weekend and they were very fond of her. Mary came over to meet them beforehand, and is so good with them. Will definitely book again when needed.

  • 15 Nov 23

    Frank E

    Dublin

    Mary looked after the boys when we went away for a weekend - and as always we could relax knowing they were in safe hands! We returned to well fed and relaxed kitties - once again thanks Mary 😺

  • 28 Oct 23

    Stephen B

    Celbridge

    Mary has been looking after our cat several times and we needed no other proof of her phenomenal work than our cat rolling over in joy when she saw Mary again. We cannot recommend her enough!

  • 21 Oct 23

    karen m

    dublin

    Again we had Mary look after our cat Louie. Mary totally puts our minds at rest while we are away, she is very reliable and great at communicating, we get constant updates of how Louie is doing with great videos. Would totally recommend Mary and will hopefully avail of her services again. Karen M.

  • 25 Sept 23

    Stephen B

    Celbridge

    Mary went above and beyond by providing video updates twice a day during our recent holiday. She closed and opened the curtains to give a feeling of routine. When she couldn't find our cat treats, she brought her own. From our cats behaviour throughout, even when Mary first came to pick up the key, it was clear that she felt safe and loved.

  • 13 Sept 23

    Frank E

    Dublin

    Mary looked after our two boys whilst we were away in France. Every day we got great updates and vids and could see the furry guys were being super well looked after! Mary always makes sure they are eating well and showing no sign of illness too. Her care is above and beyond and we always appreciate greatly everything she does for them. Merci Mary!

  • 22 Aug 23

    Valentina T

    Straffan

    Mary looked after Sassy over the weekend. I was happy she had availability as I contacted her with short notice. It feels so reassuring the know Sassy is in Mary's expert and caring hands. This is the second time Mary looks after Sassy and she is my go-to now. You'll never be disappointed with Mary! Punctual, professional, fun and knowledgeable.

  • 21 Jul 23

    Niamh F

    .

    Cannot recommend Mary enough , had total peace of mind that both my cats were being looked after so well , thanks Mary I think you have to mega fans 🐱🐱

  • 16 Jul 23

    Valentina T

    Straffan

    Mary looked after my cat Saasy for 5 days while we were away. Mary has been nothing but responsive and helpful! This is my time experience hiring a cat sitter and Mary also helped me to navigate the app for the booking etc. Mary sends detailed and daily updates after each visit. I felt so at ease knowing that Sassy was in good hands with Mary!

  • 10 Jul 23

    Frank E

    Dublin

    Always great to be able to take a few days off with the comfort of knowing Mary has the fur babies well taken care of! We got lots of videos and updates as usual, with Boo and Mervin two well looked after kitties. As always, couldn't recommend Mary more!

  • 18 May 23

    Frank E

    Dublin

    Thanks to Mary once again for all the care and attention given to Boo and Mervin during our weekend break - they were well taken care of kitties! 😺😺

  • 14 May 23

    Bridget f

    Dublin

    Fantastic experience with Mary- such a natural with animals.Videos sent from every visit showed the amount of time and attention she showered on my boys-above and beyond just feeding and cleaning litter trays-so reassuring as first time away from my 2 boys.Very happy and content cats on arrival home.Will definitely be booking Mary again

  • 16 Apr 23

    Frank E

    Dublin

    Mary took great care of Boo & Mervin over Easter - they were delighted to see her again!

  • 13 Mar 23

    karen m

    dublin

    This was our first time to need a cat sitter for Louie. After meeting Mary for the first time we knew that we would have no worries. Mary looked after Louie so well I dont think he missed us at all we received lots of videos which were great and Mary kindly did lights and blinds for us. Highly recommend Mary and will definitely book again. Karen M

  • 10 Mar 23

    Stephen B

    Celbridge

    Mary did an amazing job taking care of our cat Zoe for a long weekend, and not for the first time. We got reliable and detailed status updates each visit and it was clear Zoe got on very well with her! We could enjoy our holiday fully knowing Zoe was in the best of hands

  • 1 Feb 23

    Stephen B

    Celbridge

    Mary did an incredible job of taking care of Zoe for our short trip away. The regular updates, photos & videos were a great comfort to us. Not only did she take care of Zoe's immediate needs but also showered her with affection, chatted with her, incorporated feedback & even adjusted her visiting times to suit Zoe's routine. Thank you so much!

  • 2 Jan 23

    Frank E

    Dublin

    Mary looked after Boo and Mervin over Xmas whilst we were away. It was great to be able to get away to family and feel safe in the knowledge the boys were in great hands. As usual Mary sent on loads of pics and vids so we could see they were well and happy. A huge thanks and I'm sure we'll see Mary loads in 2023.

  • 4 Dec 22

    Frank E

    Dublin

    Once again Mary was amazing looking after Boo and Mervin! We always feel happy going away knowing they are in her wonderful care. Lots of pics and vids as usual, to see them every day of the trip. A huge thanks to Mary as always!

  • 29 Nov 22

    Conor J

    Maynooth

    Mary was fantastic at taking care of our kitten Moby. She was extremely accommodating, caring and affectionate to both his and our needs. She even came out a few days before hand to meet him so he was comfortable on the day he was taken care of. We we're a little worried he might be scared of strangers but he took to her almost immediately!

  • 21 Nov 22

    Rachel B

    .

    Mary was great with our 2 kittens. She sent great updates everyday, and we came home to them so happy and relaxed after a few days. I would highly recommend Mary to anyone looking for someone to mind their cats

  • 25 Oct 22

    Alvaro O

    Lucan

    Brilliant as always. When comes to take care of our cats Mary is or number one option always. She really understands them and always go the extra mile for their well-being and our peace of mind. Thanks Mary

  • 26 Sept 22

    Frank E

    Dublin

    As always, Mary was brill looking after Boo and Mervin. She also introduced us to pill pockets which is making our lives so much better!

  • 7 Sept 22

    Alvaro O

    Lucan

    Mary always goes above and beyond taking care of our cat while we are away. We trust her 100% every time we go on holidays

  • 14 Aug 22

    Frank E

    Dublin

    As always Mary done an awesome job looking after our two kitties! We feel very comfortable taking a few days off and leaving them in her care.

  • 8 Aug 22

    Stephen B

    Celbridge

    Mary did a fantastic job taking care of our cat. It was immediately clear from the first meeting that they got along well and Mary knew exactly what to do. Regular and detailed updates with photos and videos made it easier to enjoy our time away. Definitely recommend!

  • 29 Jul 22

    Frank E

    Dublin

    Once again Mary was super looking after the two boys! Always have peace of mind going away knowing they are in her care!

  • 18 Jul 22

    Alvaro O

    Lucan

    As always Mary has done a wonderful job. We have peace of mind knowing that Mary is taking care of our cat. She always go one extra step to make sure our cat is well

  • 8 Apr 22

    James L

    Kildare

    Mary was just amazing looking after Tilly. It was our first time away from Tilly and we were a bit nervous but Mary just made it so easy. Sending updates and videos daily, she is really so incredibly thoughtful and amazing with animals. We will 100% be using Mary again, it is so reassuring to have this service and Mary available.

  • 21 Mar 22

    Frank E

    Dublin

    Once again Mary pampered our two boys when we were away! I'm not sure do we have the better break, or them 😄 Always come back to two chilled out kitties. A big thanks to Mary for all her care and hugs 😸

  • 21 Mar 22

    Alvaro O

    Lucan

    We have count with Mary again for the second time and she was as good if not better than the first. We definitely recommend this sitter. She takes care of our cat as her own one and the communication and updates are very good

  • 25 Jan 22

    Alvaro O

    Lucan

    I cannot recommend Mary enough. She was very easy to communicate with and send us constant reports and videos. We were so calm during our holidays knowing that our cat was in good hands

  • 4 Jan 22

    Frank E

    Dublin

    A big thanks to Mary as once again she gave Boo and Mervin such awesome care during the Xmas!

  • 11 Nov 21

    Frank E

    Dublin

    Mary looked after Boo and Mervin over a weekend - awesome care as always for our boys 🤗

  • 21 Oct 21

    Frank E

    Dublin

    Mary once again looked after Boo and Mervin when we took a break away. I cannot recommend her enough - the care she gives to our cats is second to none. We always feel safe in the knowledge they are in the best possible hands - with a genuine cat lover who treats them like her own furry friends! As usual lots of pics and vids were very welcome so we could see how they were so settled and relaxed (and it's just nice to see them when away!). Thanks so much to Mary - and to anyone reading this - you will not be disappointed taking her on to sit your own fur babies :)

  • 21 Sept 21

    Edyta S

    Leixlip

    It was my first time using the service to look after my cat while away for a week. I have to say that I was worried about leaving the cat with a 'person found online' - but I am so glad that it happened to be Mary... I cannot stress enough how incredible Mary is with cats - my shy and very nervous Rewolucja was won over in no time! Mary was very patient, caring, attentive and went above and beyond to make sure that the cat is properly looked after and comfortable with her. Each evening, I received photos and videos with daily updates that gave me peace of mind. I know that Mary will be my go to!

  • 15 Sept 21

    Flora M

    Celbridge

    Mary looked after our Fluffy like it was her own and made sure to spend quality time with her. We loved the photo and video updates to see how our kitty was doing while we were away. And we felt very comfortable to leave Fluffy in Mary’s care. She was relaxed and her usual self when we got back. Thank you!

  • 9 Sept 21

    Gregory P

    Lucan

    Mary is a phenomenal cat sitter. Every single one of her 5 star ratings is clearly well deserved. She looked after Tokyo spectacularly and went above and beyond in making sure our fur-baby was well cared for. Every day Mary sent us a full update on the state of things, whether Toyko was eating and drinking, how she'd behaved and any concerns she had. She stayed for long visits to make sure that Tokyo was getting the attention she always craves, and it was clear to see that Tokyo was very comfortable with her.

    Mary really went beyond the call for a cat sitter, checking on the house in general and making sure that everything was in order. She sent us videos and pictures every night so that we could see Tokyo was alright.

    If Mary is in your area and you need a cat sitter, don't hesitate, she's fantastic. It's easy to see she has a true passion for cats and you won't regret booking her. Thanks Mary, you're a star.

  • 2 Sept 21

    Essie R

    Lucan

    Mary was amazing to say the least. This was the first time we had a sitter from Cat in a Flat for our two cats and we felt super comfortable with Mary. She came to meet them both a few days before and so we knew we had made the right choice. During the time we were away we received updates and pictures which helped us feel more at ease knowing our fur kitties had everything they needed. Mary went above and beyond without a doubt! We already know Mary will be our go to going forward! Thank you Mary!

  • 27 Jun 21

    Edel C

    Celbridge

    Mary really cares about cats, is a very reliable cat sitter and great to deal with! I would definitely recommend her to anyone

  • 29 Dec 20

    Frank E

    Dublin

    Mary done a wonderful job looking after Boo and Mervin. She fed them, cleaned their litter, and spent time playing with them. She took photos and video's of her visits which were great to see whilst we were away. Couldn't recommend Mary more - as someone with cats herself she understands them extremely well and is very caring. Boo and Mervin look forward to seeing Mary again sometime soon!

  • 21 Sept 20

    Niamh C

    Newcastle

    Highly recommend Mary as a cat sitter definitely knows all about cats! She sent daily photos and updates and was very good with the cats. My cats were very happy when I returned as they had a stress-free week being looked after in their own home by Mary.

  • 7 Jun 19

    Elina N

    Lucan

    Mary was absolutely amazing with our two cats. Such a relief to have someone like Mary to take care of our girls, while we were away for the weekend. We and our cats were relaxed! I would recommend her to anyone in need of a real cat loving sitter, and I’ll definitely ask her to visit our girls again in the future! :)

  • 23 Feb 19

    Orla F

    Celbridge

    Mary K is the Mary Poppins of cats! She took incredible care of our pet. Not just dropping in to feed her, but playing, snuggling and grooming her. Spent time and did a perfect job. Great communication and photos while we were away. I highly recommend Mary.

  • 28 Dec 18

    Niamh S

    Maynooth

    Mary is clearly a real cat-person and was patient and understanding with Iggy who had decided he wasn’t a fan of the cat-sitting arrangement. Came home to very clean litter tray and feeding stations (just as my two like), and I know that Pop got plenty of cuddles.

  • 3 Nov 18

    Emma F

    Newcastle

    I cannot recommend Mary enough. She looked after my cat as if it was one of her own. I have used pet sitters before (from a different site) and my cat was always quite anxious when I came home but this time it was like I was never away. I will definitely be using her services again and I would suggest that anyone looking for a sitter should look no further than Mary

  • 21 Aug 18

    Angie P

    Newcastle, Co Dublin

    We highly recommend Mary! She not only looked after our cats like they were her own but she looked after our (sick) foster cats too! 10 in total! She is an absolute gem. We will book her again. She went above and beyond the call of duty.

  • 7 Aug 18

    Anne

    .

    Mary is a fantastic cat sitter! I would recommend her to any cat parents :)

  • 24 Jul 18

    Deirdre B

    Blackrock

    Mary is fantastic! Reliable, kind, good natured, very knowledgeable about cats, and clearly enjoys being with them. Mary sent me photos and updates every day during my holiday and it was a pleasure to communicate with her. I came home to a very happy cat who was cared for extremely well. I'm delighted to know Mary and would highly recommend her.

  • 27 May 18

    Mandy M

    Rathcoole

    I've used Mary K three times and she has been incredible. I couldn't ask for a better person to look after my cats. You can tell that she truly loves cats and she treats mine as if they were her own. Mary K goes above and beyond. She always sends loads of photos and videos. She has brought my cats treats and toys. They are always so happy to see her. My cat Millie is usually shy and cautious around new people. Since the first day she has met Mary, she has been a big fan. She greets her at the door with belly exposed and excited for rubs from Mary. I feel so lucky to have found a sitter like Mary. I can fully enjoy my trips knowing they are being taken care of by her.

My Furry clients

  • Bonnie

  • Boo and Mervin

  • Myy

  • Mimmi

  • Bo

  • Cagney

  • Oliver

  • Pippa

  • Eimear

  • Sid

  • Nico

  • Louie

  • Millie

  • Magic

  • Dio

  • Ani

  • Suzi

  • Bailey

  • Florrie

  • Bandit

  • Sully and Missy

  • Smudge

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