I'm Christine

Auntie Christine's Customized Cat Care

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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:

Litter box cleaning
Feeding
Water refresh
A text update with at least 1 photo
Playtime and belly rubs

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Auntie Christine's Customized Cat Care

I'm Christine

Cat Sitting in Buffalo Grove, IL

They call me Auntie Christine :)

Ever since I started housesitting in 2016, I enjoy it more each year. I love all animals and of course dogs too but call myself a cat person bc cats reached a part of my heart I never knew existed!

After catsitting for almost 10 years, I am now auntie to more than a dozen cats and a content cat lady. They say I’m a cat whisperer: I love slow blinks, afternoon naps, toebeans and speak cat.

Over the years, I've cared for various cat breeds, ages and personalities, including a pair of calico queens in Bucktown (with me their mere servant); a tuxedo brother-duo in Lakeview who were little rascals that let me know when it's playtime (also the smartest boys who could open cabinets); and a 4yo shy baby whom I turned into a lap kitty (to the surprise and delight of her pawrents)...
They call me Auntie Christine :)

Ever since I started housesitting in 2016, I enjoy it more each year. I love all animals and of course dogs too but call myself a cat person bc cats reached a part of my heart I never knew existed!

After catsitting for almost 10 years, I am now auntie to more than a dozen cats and a content cat lady. They say I’m a cat whisperer: I love slow blinks, afternoon naps, toebeans and speak cat.

Over the years, I've cared for various cat breeds, ages and personalities, including a pair of calico queens in Bucktown (with me their mere servant); a tuxedo brother-duo in Lakeview who were little rascals that let me know when it's playtime (also the smartest boys who could open cabinets); and a 4yo shy baby whom I turned into a lap kitty (to the surprise and delight of her pawrents).

Before the pandemic, I regularly housesat three precious 5-6yo darlings with various temperaments and adorable quirks every winter for 5 years in West Palm Beach to escape the Chicago snow.

Also: two 10yo adopted Singaporean strays in Andersonville who got into the scariest fights with each other but were the sweetest couch potato cuddle bugs with me; fed a few friendly neighborhood strays (including a calico who showed me how she could thwack a mouse good against the stairs); a beautiful snow-white flamepoint Siamese trio in Hyde Park.

This summer, I went back to Houston Heights to sit my Chocolate Burmese babies for the second time. And also got to meet two Cornish Rex beauties — simply JUST SMITTEN at first sight.

The highest compliment as a catsitter is when they ask me to come back and I now have several long-time clients for seasonal long-term sits, where the hardest part is leaving!

The photos in my profile are my own and speak for themselves as to cat contentment & pet photography.

Learn More About Christine

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I love meeting different cats and learning their quirks and personalities. Through catsitting, I got to meet Chocolate Burmese, Cornish Rex and of course the tabbies and tuxedos and calicos and torties. I’d love to meet Maine Coons Russian Blues ragdolls Bengals and so meowny more!! This way, I can meet and love on all the babies without turning into a crazy cat lady with 50 cats.

What is your favorite cat toy?

My favorite cat toy is whatever the cats like! Bc they definitely have their favorites and will let you know. Some like wands, some love their little mousies, or just brown grocery bags or even water caps that roll around easily.

How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?

I do this with every cat bc cats are territorial I’m entering their territory. When I first come into the house, I crouch down still and let them approach me for sniffs. I always speak softly and don’t make any sudden or large movements. Once the cat has sniffed me, I’ll get up slowly and quietly to not startle them. For shy cats I’ll often just sit there or even lie on the floor near them for however long it takes for them to feel comfortable around me. I’m always mindful and respectful of their cues to make sure pets n scritches are welcome bc I don’t want to overwhelm or overstimulate them. It’s better to leave them wanting more than to overstay my welcome! Usually by day 2 or 3 the cats will warm up to me and beg for scritches n love, which I’m more than happy to give.



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Raluca

Raluca

November 2, 2025

Christine was absolutely wonderful during the two weeks she cared for my 9-year-old calico cat, Sisi. Her daily updates were the highlight of my day, both funny and informative, especially regarding Sisi’s eating and drinking habits. Since Sisi had bladder surgery earlier this year, that level of attentiveness meant a lot. Christine is reliable, follows instructions to the letter, and truly goes above and beyond to make sure pets feel comfortable. She even brought her own cloth items to help Sisi get used to her scent, knowing how cautious and territorial she can be with new people. I highly recommend Christine to anyone looking for a caring and responsible pet sitter.

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Charlene

Charlene

February 9, 2026

Christine was wonderful. She sent me pictures and texts while I was away , and took great care with Stanley. I felt very relieved to know that he was well taken care of.

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Evan

Evan

July 29, 2025

Christine was a great cat sitter! I received daily updates, pictures and videos of my cats while I was away. Very detailed and accommodating. Definitely helped alleviate any stress I had from leaving because my cats had their own little ‘staycation’. Highly recommended! Spectacular service!!

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Kate

Kate

May 18, 2025

Christine was beyond awesome. I’ve never been away from my fur daughter for this long. I’ve been distracted by life stuff on my trip (having to extend day by day) and Christine made sure to send lots of pictures and very thorough updates. Very grateful and I know my baby was cared for.

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Katy

Katy

January 5, 2025

Auntie Christine is an exceptional cat sitter and cat whisperer. She clearly speaks "cat". My cat who can often stay glued to her chair with anxiety was up to greet Christine and play lots of games with her especially chase the feather. My other cat ran for her to wait until she sat down so she could snuggle in her lap. Christine is an example of someone who is a perfect fit for what she does. She deeply cares about cats. She is curious about their personality and their likes and dislikes. She knows how to draw cats out and make them feel loved and comfortable. She is a great communicator and has a great sense of humor. Her updates and pictures were a definite highlight of our vacation and we returned to very happy cats who are still looking around the house to find Christine.

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Response from Christine

Katy, I’m BLOWN AWAY by your beautifully kind words, thank you! I loved meeting a fellow kindred cat lover soul and loving on Ninja n Ronaldo.

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Tatiana

Tatiana

December 29, 2024

Christine was AMAZING!!! She was super attentive during our meet & greet, and took careful notes. We felt immediately at ease, and knew our kitties would be in great hands. We don’t travel often, so when we do, we miss our kitties tremendously. Christine shared photos at every visit, with personalized notes of what the cats were up to and how they were doing. She is also a shy-kitty whisperer! Our boy Charlie came out from under the bed and spent time with Christine which was great to see (she sent photos and videos!). She even sent us a “Christmas card” from the kitties on Christmas Day. Towards the end of our booking, we reached out to Christine to see if she would be available in case the weather turned bad and our flight home would be delayed (we were coming back from Colorado). She eased our minds and was flexible in case we did need to add an extra visit. Overall, we would love to book with Christine again - and we highly recommend her to anyone. Thank you, Christine!! 😻😻

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Response from Christine

Thank you, Tatiana! I know it’s hard leaving your fur babies so always more than happy to play medium for pawrents n pets. Would love to see handsome Charlie & darling Freyja again!

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$50.00 / 20min
$70.00 / 45min
$80.00 / 60min

Overnight stay rate

$150.00 / Overnight
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Drop in visits rates

$60.00 / 20min
$80.00 / 45min
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Overnight stay rate

$160.00 / Overnight
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Frequently Asked Questions

Reservations officially begin at 12:00 AM in the sitter's time zone on the start date. Cat Parents may cancel within 24 hours of booking and receive a full refund, as long as the reservation has not yet started. After the first 24 hours, the following cancellation rules apply:


  • More than 48 hours before the reservation start date: Full refund. The sitter will not receive any earnings.
  • 24–48 hours before the reservation start date: 50% refund. The sitter will earn 50% of their planned earnings.
  • Within 24 hours of the reservation start date (or after it has begun): No refund. The sitter will earn 100% of their planned earnings.

All refunds are initially applied to the Cat Parent's Meowtel Account Balance for use toward a future reservation or tip. Funds may be returned to the original payment method at any time.

Meowtel is a marketplace that connects cat parents with independent sitters. For eligible reservations booked and paid for through Meowtel, the Meowtel Promise explains how we support cat parents if something unexpected comes up.

If it doesn't feel like a purrfect fit after a Meet & Greet or during a reservation, our support team is here to help at 1-844-Meowtel (1-844-636-9835). We'll take time to understand what happened and help you consider next steps, which could include help with a new reservation.

Buffalo Grove cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $35.00. Prices depend on visit duration (20, 45, or 60 minutes) and whether you need drop-in visits or overnight stays.

Every cat sitter on Meowtel completes a background check. Ask your sitter about a free Meet & Greet so you (and your kitties!) can feel comfortable with your sitter before you leave.

Cats are territorial animals and don't do well in new environments. The presence of other cats, dogs, and even birds in kennels or animal hotels cause an immense amount of stress. This is why Meowtel was created, so tailored in-home care is brought to you.

We recommend booking daily visits to keep your cats in their routine and help minimize feline anxiety while you're away.

Each visit typically includes: feeding, refreshing water bowls, litter box scooping, tidying up, medications, updates with photos, lots of playtime, and any special requests. Ask your sitter about a free Meet & Greet!

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