Cat owners planning holiday trips this month have two things to worry about: Who’ll take care of Fluffy while they’re gone, and what if Fluffy gets sick as New Year’s Eve approaches?
Now a McKinney company is partnering to take care of both concerns in a single swoop of a cat’s tail. Petzey, an on-demand mobile pet telehealth and wellness app headquartered in the Dallas suburb, is collaborating with San Francisco-based Meowtel through December 31. The pet care brands are offering a limited-time “Cat’s Meow Bundle” to deliver telehealth consultations from Petzey and “expert” cat-sitting services from Meowtel.
The bundle helps cat owners whether they leave their cat behind during a holiday trip or take the cat to Grandma’s with them—far from its primary veterinarian.
The bundles come in three tiers: Basic, Premium, and Premium+. Each package offers limited-time services from both companies.
‘Integrated kitty wellness services’
“Joining forces with Meowtel allows us to extend our mission of providing accessible and comprehensive care to cats everywhere,” Petzey CEO Mike Ortega said in a statement. “We understand that peace of mind is paramount for pet parents. This collaboration ensures that, whether it’s a routine check-in or an unexpected health concern, expert care is just a tap away while boarded with expert Meowtel sitters.”
Sonya Petcavich, CEO of Meowtel, calls Petzey “a brand that shares our dedication to feline wellbeing.”
“The Cat’s Meow Bundle is more than just a convenience,” Petcavich said in a statement. “It’s a commitment to the health and happiness of the cats we both serve, who are typically overlooked in the pet space. This partnership represents a milestone in integrated kitty wellness services.”
More info about the offer is available here.
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