I'm Sonia
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Sonia is experienced with 6 types of medications
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I'm Sonia
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 started cat sitting in 2018 and have never stopped since! I’ve met cats of all kinds through my former job at a cat shelter and through my current job as a vet tech and as a long term animal shelter volunteer (10 years strong). I did a lot of cat behavioral counseling when I was working at the cat shelter and I use a lot of that knowledge frequently with the cats that I watch. For example, I know techniques on how to get a shy cat to become more comfortable with unfamiliar people, which has helped with some shy cats I’ve watched before in the past.
What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
I love meeting new cats and getting to experience all sorts of cat personalities! I think cats can be pretty funny sometimes without even trying and it makes me happy. Also, watching a shy cat become comfortable with me after a couple of visits is such a lovely feeling and it never gets old for me!
What is your favorite cat toy?
A feather wand toy because they’re so versatile! Some cats prefer prey that mimic rodents (you can drag the feather on the ground) and other cats prefer prey that fly (wave the feather around like a bird)
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Sonia is experienced with 6 types of medications
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Kirstin
March 16, 2026
Sonia was a sweetheart and obviously loved my girl Luna! She was very kind & responsive and took good care of her. Unfortunately I did not remind her to keep Luna's medicine in the fridge so it went bad, but that was my mistake! My only recommendation would be to change the Litter Genie's bag as it was extremely full (and take out the stinky trash), but that's a tip to all sitters :) Thanks, Sonia!
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Caleb
January 21, 2026
Sonia was great! The fact that she’s a vet tech left me with great confidence my fur babes were in good hands. we received updates with pictures as she came to visit them. They ate well which means they felt comfortable and safe, especially our finicky boy. The ONLY reason I am giving 4 stars right now is mearly the fact that this is our first time res. with Sonia. I look forward to using her in the future and sending that to a 5!!
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Patrick
July 22, 2025
Sonia did a great job taking care of our 2 cats. very good with reporting the ones blood sugar after testing to manage his diabetes.
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Carol
April 22, 2025
Sonia did a great job with my two cats including giving medication to one of them. I would definitely hire her again.
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Samantha
February 13, 2026
Having Sonia with my two precious pets made traveling so much easier! She’s responsible and communicative and takes time to bond with individual personalities. Great experience!!
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Linda
October 12, 2024
she did a great job keeping my cat happy while I was gone. she gave her medication and kept her well fed and watered. she also took care of my plants and brought a package in for me.
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Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Sonia's is 30%
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
Sonia's holiday surcharge is 30%.
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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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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 $28.00. 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!
Rating breakdown
Kirstin
March 16, 2026
Sonia was a sweetheart and obviously loved my girl Luna! She was very kind & responsive and took good care of her. Unfortunately I did not remind her to keep Luna's medicine in the fridge so it went bad, but that was my mistake! My only recommendation would be to change the Litter Genie's bag as it was extremely full (and take out the stinky trash), but that's a tip to all sitters :) Thanks, Sonia!
Caleb
January 21, 2026
Sonia was great! The fact that she’s a vet tech left me with great confidence my fur babes were in good hands. we received updates with pictures as she came to visit them. They ate well which means they felt comfortable and safe, especially our finicky boy. The ONLY reason I am giving 4 stars right now is mearly the fact that this is our first time res. with Sonia. I look forward to using her in the future and sending that to a 5!!
Patrick
July 22, 2025
Sonia did a great job taking care of our 2 cats. very good with reporting the ones blood sugar after testing to manage his diabetes.
Carol
April 22, 2025
Sonia did a great job with my two cats including giving medication to one of them. I would definitely hire her again.
Samantha
February 13, 2026
Having Sonia with my two precious pets made traveling so much easier! She’s responsible and communicative and takes time to bond with individual personalities. Great experience!!
Linda
October 12, 2024
she did a great job keeping my cat happy while I was gone. she gave her medication and kept her well fed and watered. she also took care of my plants and brought a package in for me.
Carol
October 15, 2025
I've used Sonia several times now and it's always a great experience for my 2 cats. She does a great job caring for them, including giving a pill to my older one.
Suzanne
January 5, 2025
Sonia has been my go-to cat sitter for a few years now and has always been reliable, responsive, and caring towards my two boy cats. Knowing she is taking care of them has made traveling a lot less stressful.
Claire
April 10, 2024
Sonia is amazing! She is super communicative and provides detailed updates with lots of pictures. She is so sweet and attentive with my cat Dolly, and I couldn’t ask for a better person to take care of her while I’m gone.
Mya
November 26, 2023
Sonia did so well with my kitties! I have a shy guy who seemed to take well to her while I was away. I was so happy to see that they were in great hands!
Matt
July 24, 2023
Sonia was terrific. My cat took to her immediately (and he doesn't usually like strangers). I'll definitely seek Sonia's help in the future.
Eve
July 22, 2024
Sonia did great with my two cats. both have very different energy and some different needs and I felt totally comfortable knowing they were in Sonia’s capable hands.
Suzanne
May 8, 2023
Sonia is my go-to cat sitter! Since hiring her I’ve been able to relax when I need to leave and go out of town because I know my boys will be taken care of. She is incredibly patient with my more skittish cat and very responsive. I would 100% recommend her!
Carol
This month
Thanks for watching our cats again!
Eve
January 24, 2026
Sonia took wonderful care of our kitties!
Patrick
November 11, 2025
Matt
October 30, 2025
Gillian
September 30, 2025
Sonia was great!
Jessica
September 29, 2025
Nora
September 24, 2025
Carol
September 23, 2025
Great to have Sonia take care of Max & Suki again - thanks!
Seth
August 5, 2025
Carol
August 3, 2025
Sonia is great with our cats - we have used her multiple times and plan to again!
Sarah
July 14, 2025
Carol
June 10, 2025
thanks for watching our kitties again Sonia!
Matt
May 8, 2025
Matt
April 20, 2025
Laura
March 5, 2025
Michele
January 6, 2025
Noah
January 5, 2025
Sonia was amazing with my cat and sent really great updates. would totally book her again. thank you!!
Sherrill
December 18, 2024
Suzanne
November 25, 2024
Suzanne
October 22, 2024
Charles
September 30, 2024
Patrick
September 5, 2024
Matt
August 28, 2024
Suzanne
May 6, 2024
Suzanne
February 24, 2024
Michele
January 7, 2024
Sonia took great care of Zoey and was very communicative. She sent great updates and never hesitated to ask questions when needed.
Suzanne
December 28, 2023
Suzanne
November 27, 2023
Suzanne
October 29, 2023
Suzanne
October 16, 2023
Suzanne
October 14, 2023
Alison
October 1, 2023
Michelle
September 28, 2023
Sonia was responsive, reliable, and paid great attention to our cat!
Suzanne
September 25, 2023
Suzanne
December 31, 2022
Very responsive and takes those little extra steps to make sure my cats were taken care of.
Suzanne
December 26, 2022
Very responsible!
Meowtel
December 22, 2021
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