Cat Love Delivery Service
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Repeat clients: 37
Response time: 35 min
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I'm Ariel

A cat sitter in Chicago, IL

4.99/5.00
Exceptional
70 REVIEWS

You aren't charged until Ariel confirms your request. Cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the reservation begins for a 100% refund.

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Over 70,000 happy kitties serviced on Meowtel

I'm Ariel | Cat Sitting in Chicago, IL

Please note: I'm not available mornings. I also have limited distance since COVID. Anyway, I have had many beloved cats throughout my life. They all lived long lives, but no amount of cat time is ever enough! I'm a shameless Cat Lady and this is my dream job. I will love your cats like my own. I will happily take care of feeding, litter box cleaning, playing and/or just company and sensitive attention. I have extensive experience, ...

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What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?

I've taken care of friends' cats in my home while they traveled for years at a time and I've been a Meowtel sitter for 5 years.

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

Sigmund Freud himself said, "Time spent with a cat is never wasted". It's true that spending time with a cat is good for mental health and blood pressure. (Studies have shown! 🐱 : -) And they are so beautiful, mysterious and comforting. Or goofy, tricky and clever. Or aloof and superior. Or shy and sweet. Or cranky and scared. They are cats!

Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?

Once after a long lap session, as I got up and got ready to go, the cat flung himself across the front door threshold like a protestor and grabbed my foot to prevent me from leaving.

Ariel's Reviews

Attention to Detail
5.0
Communication
5.0
Tidiness
5.0
Naomi

My cats always love visits from Ariel when I’m out of town! She’s very responsive, kind, and sends lots of photos. thanks again for taking care of the girls!

Meowtel-verified reservation
November 3, 2024
Naomi

Ariel was lovely! She sent lots of timely updates on my cats, and they clearly really enjoyed her visit. Will definitely book again

Meowtel-verified reservation
August 25, 2024
Emily

My kitties love Ariel! She takes great care of my babies so I know they will be safe and happy while I'm gone :)

Meowtel-verified reservation
August 6, 2024
Emily

Ariel is my kind of cat person I'm so happy when I know she is spending time with my babies ☺️☺️

Meowtel-verified reservation
July 6, 2024
Hubie

Ariel is amazing! Her pictures and captions are always great and our cats adore her.

Meowtel-verified reservation
June 11, 2024
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Ariel's Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications

  • Shelter Volunteer

Transportation

  • Walk

Medication Experience

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

Each Visit Includes

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

Cancellation Policy

Customers may cancel within 24 hours of making their reservation and receive a 100% refund and the sitter will not receive any earnings. After the first 24 hours, the following cancellation rules apply:

Customers will receive a 100% refund to their Account Balance if they cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the start date of the reservation and the sitter will not receive any earnings.

Customers will receive a 50% refund and the sitter will earn 50% of their planned earnings if the customer cancels between 24-48 hours of the start of the reservation.

No refund will be issued within 24 hours of the reservation and the sitter will keep 100% of their planned earnings.

The Meowtel Promise & Satisfaction Guarantee

We are proud to provide each of our independently-contracted Meowtel cat sitters with the full benefits of our Meowtel Promise on eligible reservations. For reservations where each visit is at or above $20 and paid for through Meowtel, your cat(s) will automatically be covered under our insurance policy in the event that things don't go as planned.

If you are not fully satisfied with your sitter after the Meet & Greet or during the reservation, please call 1-844-636-9835 so we can help you re-book with a new sitter to ensure we can deliver on our purrfect hospitality promise.

Frequently Asked Questions

Chicago cat sitting rates will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $35.00. Prices will also depend on how long your cat needs company for, whether that be a drop-in visit or overnight stay in your home. Meowtel sitters offer 20, 45, and 60-minute drop-in visits that allow for fully tailored care for your kitties. Your caregiver may also need to charge a little more if they have to travel far, so we'll match you with the best options which are close by.

Every Meowtel cat sitter has been thoroughly vetted, background-checked, and is insured through Meowtel on eligible reservations via our Meowtel Promise. To ensure total peace of mind while you're away, every Meowtel reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you (and your kitties!) can have full confidence in 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 for your kitties. This is why Meowtel was created, so tailored in-home care is brought to you.

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

Each Meowtel cat sitting visit will include the whole 9 yards: feeding, refreshing the water bowls, litter box scooping, tidying up, medications, updates with photos, lots of playtime, as well as any special requests you may have. We know every kitty is different and that's why we offer tailored, in-home services since cats don't do well outside their own homes. Plus, every reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you can meet your sitter before you leave to ensure it will be a purrfect fit.

Cat Love Delivery Service
4.99 • 70 reviewsFrom $35.50