I'm Netiya
Caring For Animals Is My Passion
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I'm Netiya
Cat Sitting in Chicago, IL
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What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
While I have casually been cat sitting all my life - beginning with watching friends’ and neighbors’ cats as a child - in 2015 I decided to pursue a full time career in pet care and have been cat sitting professionally now for 10 years. I absolutely adore the animals I work with and I feel so lucky and grateful every day. I wouldn’t change my career for the world!
What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?
My typical process for working with a new cat parent is to set up a meet and greet beforehand so I can meet the cat and talk more with the parent about the cat’s general temperament, preferences, and routine. My goal when cat sitting is to best emulate the cat’s normal day-to-day experience to make sure the kitty is as comfortable as possible in my care.
Are you usually available during holidays?
I am almost always available for cat sitting over the holidays (the only exception being the 4th of July, when I typically leave town due to my dislike of fireworks). I always stay in town for the winter holidays and am happy to cat sit over Christmas and Hannukah.
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
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Gina
December 1, 2025
Netiya was very responsive and let me know when she got to my place and sent regular photos and updates of my happy cat! My cat and I both felt comfortable with her and would use her services. again!
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Julian
September 28, 2025
Everything was wonderful! Netiya provided great updates and photos! My cat has never been so photogenic. I can tell Meeks was very well cared for. I appreciate the check-ins and being able to depend on her getting meds and so much attention. Highly recommend Netiya!!!
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Kelsey
May 16, 2026
Kelsey
December 28, 2025
Rebecca
December 13, 2025
Kelsey
November 10, 2025
Service Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Netiya's is 25%
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
These are the date ranges in 2027 to which the holiday surcharge applies:
- January 1-4: New Year's 2027
- January 15-21: MLK Day
- February 12-18: Presidents Day
- May 28-June 3: Memorial Day
- June 16-22: Juneteenth
- July 1-7: July 4th
- September 3-9: Labor Day
- October 8-14: Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day
- November 8-14: Veterans Day
- November 22-28: Thanksgiving
- December 22-28: Christmas
- December 29-31: New Year's 2028
Netiya's holiday surcharge is 25%.
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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
Gina
December 1, 2025
Netiya was very responsive and let me know when she got to my place and sent regular photos and updates of my happy cat! My cat and I both felt comfortable with her and would use her services. again!
Julian
September 28, 2025
Everything was wonderful! Netiya provided great updates and photos! My cat has never been so photogenic. I can tell Meeks was very well cared for. I appreciate the check-ins and being able to depend on her getting meds and so much attention. Highly recommend Netiya!!!
Kelsey
May 16, 2026
Kelsey
December 28, 2025
Rebecca
December 13, 2025
Kelsey
November 10, 2025
Maren
July 7, 2025
Netiya is extremely caring, communicative and trustworthy. Highly recommend.
Lauren
July 7, 2025
Netiya has been a wonderful and dependable cat sitter for me for ten years. She’s always provided the best care for my two babies and I am so grateful to have such a kind and reliable pet sitter.
Meowtel
July 7, 2025
Netiya is a background-checked cat sitter in the Chicago area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.