I'm Alyssa
Alyssa
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I'm Alyssa
Cat Sitting in Chicago, IL
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What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
I have had cats my entire life and have occasionally cat sit for others as well. I really enjoy getting to know new cats!
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
Gomez and Greg are my own sweet babies. Gomez is a small black cat with green eyes, and Greg is a huge Siamese with blue eyes.
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
If the cat is timid or anxious, I will slowly approach when they are comfortable to let them smell my hand and move with care based off of their comfortability.
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
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Julie
July 8, 2026
she was very communicative and responded quickly. my cat was elusive but Alyssa was great in checking the home and laying out food and treats to make sure my cat was happy when she had the apartment back to herself.
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Nicole
This week
Alyssa was wonderful! super communicative and great with my senior cat who can be shy and tough to locate. I will definitely be booking Alyssa again.
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Kyle
This month
As a repeat booker now, Alyssa is absolutely the best. My cats adore her and she is incredibly helpful, mindful, and careful about everything. She makes sure my cats have great quality play time and are well taken care of through the whole booking. I will absolutely book her again!
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Kyle
July 5, 2026
Alyssa was fantastic! She was very mindful about sending updates, taking pics, and being punctual. I really was happy with my decisions to have her watch my two cats. Would definitely reach out to her again for watching them.
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Patrick
This month
Alyssa is wonderful for the cats. They opened up quickly and she sent great detailed updates so I knew they were ok.
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Patrick
July 6, 2026
Communication was great! My normally skittish cats warmed up right away. Alyssa made them comfortable and safe! Highly recommend!
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Drop in visits rates
Alyssa's is 10%
Holiday Surcharge
Due to high demand during holidays, sitters on Meowtel have the option to set their own holiday price increase, which can be found in the rates section of their profiles. If your reservation falls within three (3) days before and/or after a federal holiday, or on the holiday itself, a holiday surcharge, determined by your sitter, will be added to your reservation.
These are the date ranges in 2026 to which the holiday surcharge applies:
- January 1-4: New Year's 2026
- January 16-22: MLK Day
- February 13-19: Presidents Day
- May 22-28: Memorial Day
- June 16-22: Juneteenth
- July 1-7: July 4th
- September 4-10: Labor Day
- October 9-15: Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day
- November 8-14: Veterans Day
- November 23-29: Thanksgiving
- December 22-28: Christmas
- December 29-31: New Year's 2027
Alyssa's holiday surcharge is 10%.
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Trust & Safety
Every reservation is backed by the Meowtel Promise, giving you and your cat world-class customer support every step of the way.
If it doesn't feel like the right fit at the Meet & Greet, or if you have any concerns during the reservation, please call 1-844-MEOWTEL (1-844-636-9835) so we can help you re-book with another sitter.
Veterans Day is coming up soon (November 11th, 2026)
Cat sitters on Meowtel are usually pretty busy, don't forget to book your sitter!
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.
Chicago cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $30.00. 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 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 Meet & Greet!
Rating breakdown
Julie
July 8, 2026
she was very communicative and responded quickly. my cat was elusive but Alyssa was great in checking the home and laying out food and treats to make sure my cat was happy when she had the apartment back to herself.
Nicole
This week
Alyssa was wonderful! super communicative and great with my senior cat who can be shy and tough to locate. I will definitely be booking Alyssa again.
Kyle
This month
As a repeat booker now, Alyssa is absolutely the best. My cats adore her and she is incredibly helpful, mindful, and careful about everything. She makes sure my cats have great quality play time and are well taken care of through the whole booking. I will absolutely book her again!
Kyle
July 5, 2026
Alyssa was fantastic! She was very mindful about sending updates, taking pics, and being punctual. I really was happy with my decisions to have her watch my two cats. Would definitely reach out to her again for watching them.
Patrick
This month
Alyssa is wonderful for the cats. They opened up quickly and she sent great detailed updates so I knew they were ok.
Patrick
July 6, 2026
Communication was great! My normally skittish cats warmed up right away. Alyssa made them comfortable and safe! Highly recommend!
Kyle
This week
Another amazing booking with Alyssa. Truly cannot recommend her enough.
Keri
July 6, 2026
Ashleigh
July 5, 2026
Great communication will definitely use Alyssa again!
Meowtel
June 15, 2026
Alyssa is a background-checked cat sitter in the Chicago area. Their profile has been verified by Meowtel.