I'm Annie

Annie's Chicago Crazy Cat Lady Sitting

5.00
106 Reviews
< 30 mins Response Time
23 Repeat clients
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100+ Meowtel reservations completed
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Meowtel Sitter for 5+ years
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Meowtel provides customer support 365 days a year to help cat parents feel informed and supported at every step - including before a reservation is made.

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

Annie is experienced with 5 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Injections / Diabetic Management Subcutaneous Fluids

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Annie's Chicago Crazy Cat Lady Sitting

I'm Annie

Cat Sitting in Chicago, IL

Hi! I’m Annie, and I’m the biggest crazy cat lady you’ll ever meet! I love cats more than anything, and my life’s purpose is to help them and care for them. I have had kitties my entire life, and have been a cat sitter for 8 years. I currently care for my 5 year-old Woody, and I cared for my senior kitty Tinkerbell throughout her long life and her battle with kidney cancer. My furbabies are my world, and I want to make your fluffy furballs feel just as special. I will treat them with the utmost love and care, and will always try to make them as comfortable as possible while you are away. I have volunteered at multiple cat shelters, am trained in animal CPR, and have fostered sick kittens... Hi! I’m Annie, and I’m the biggest crazy cat lady you’ll ever meet! I love cats more than anything, and my life’s purpose is to help them and care for them. I have had kitties my entire life, and have been a cat sitter for 8 years. I currently care for my 5 year-old Woody, and I cared for my senior kitty Tinkerbell throughout her long life and her battle with kidney cancer. My furbabies are my world, and I want to make your fluffy furballs feel just as special. I will treat them with the utmost love and care, and will always try to make them as comfortable as possible while you are away. I have volunteered at multiple cat shelters, am trained in animal CPR, and have fostered sick kittens. I also study cat behavior and care techniques. I have dealt with the kindest cats as well as the most fearful. Whatever personality your kitty may have, I will be there to love them. Outside of Meowtel and caring for kitties, I work for an animal rights organization as a marketing and technology strategist. I am currently located in Lakeview East, and I do own a car so I can travel to any neighborhood within 4-5 miles. I want to assure you that your furbabies are in the best of hands - let me tell you all about my plan to start a cat hotel/greenhouse while I try not to cry happy tears from meeting your kitty! :-)

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***Note for RETURNING clients only***: I no longer do key pickups after the first booking’s meet-and-greet, but I suggest a lockbox, hiding place, or I have a lockbox in Lakeview you can drop it off in at your convenience!


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills Injections / Diabetic Management Subcutaneous Fluids

Skills:

Animal CPR Trained Foster Parent Shelter Volunteer

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106 reviews
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Kathryn

Kathryn

July 19, 2026

Annie did a fantastic job taking care of my cat Willow! She sent detailed descriptions and photos from her visits, and used creative activities like picture books and calming music to connect with my shy kitty!

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Marilyn

Marilyn

April 30, 2026

Annie has watched my cats many times, and every time I am more grateful than the last. Her updates are detailed and her photos are great! She gives my cats such fun times while I'm away that they don't get a chance to stress that I'm gone! Annie's the best!

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Amber

Amber

This week

Annie sends the best updates for our cats when we’re out of town. her messages make me laugh every time but also you can tell how much thought and care she puts into caring for our babies. 💜 so happy to have found her!

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Dathan

Dathan

July 18, 2025

As ALWAYS, Annie left detailed notes and pictures. We could tell our cat was having a great time with her. Annie administered the medicine as needed and kept our cat healthy and engaged.

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Amanda

Amanda

December 30, 2024

My reservation was awesome, Annie took excellent care with my cat while I was away not only to feed and check up on her but also gave her TONS of quality play time and I could tell my cat had a blast with both visits- the pictures were such a treat and I appreciate so much the very fun and thorough updates, they were a huge comfort to read 😸🙏 thank you so much again from me and Mouse!

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Laura

Laura

April 1, 2025

We were very nervous to leave our kitties while we went across the world to Japan! But Annie put us at ease from the meet and greet with her friendliness and clear 'cat-whisperer' abilities. Our two cats took to her immediately, and she sent us amazing updates of them playing and having a great time while we were gone. We think they miss her now that we're back! 😹We would absolutely recommend Annie and plan on booking with her again.

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$45.00 / 45min
$60.00 / 60min
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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.

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  • Julia is a background-checked sitter in Lombard who accepts new clients and is often flexible on holidays. A devoted cat parent to Abby, she brings a special connection to cats 🐾 plus medication skills with pills, eye or ear drops, and topical ointments.

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  • Lidya is a Chicago sitter who accepts new clients and brings a thoughtful, cat-first approach to every visit 😺 She follows your instructions, shares plenty of photos, and is especially gentle with shy or anxious cats, letting them warm up at their own pace. She is also available in the week leading up to holidays.

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  • Kelly is a Chicago cat lover with 5+ years cat sitting and 4 cats of their own. They accept new clients, offer overnight stays, and usually work weekends. Comfortable with pills, inhalers, eye/ear drops, and topical ointments, they also send photo updates. 🐱

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  • Lauren in Chicago is a patient cat lover with two kitties, Daisy and Bandit, at home 🐾 They’re welcoming to new clients, offer overnight care, and bring medication know-how with pills, injections, inhalers, and drops. Flexible on times for shy or spicy cats.

    Medication Savvy Cat Care 🐾
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  • Dmitrii, a Ravenswood sitter, brings lifelong cat care experience and a very fast response time. He lives with George, has 17 repeat clients, accepts new clients, offers overnight stays, and is usually available on weekends and holidays. He also handles eye/ear drops 🐾

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  • Christine brings 3+ years on Meowtel, very fast replies, and 17 repeat clients in Chicago. They care for cats with oral meds, eye and ear drops, plus topical ointments, welcome new clients, and are usually available on weekends and holidays 😻🐾

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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.

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!

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