I'm Jollie
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I'm Jollie
Cat Sitting in Chicago, IL
I'm Jollie! The biggest cat fan with years of hands on experience caring for cats of all ages, personalities, and needs. I have seven happy, thriving cats of my own so trust me... I know. Being a crazy cat lady, working at a pet store, and pet sitting has taught me just how truly important and unique our champions are. No two cats are the same; I enjoy learning each cat’s quirks and preferences.
I am comfortable working with cats of all ages. From kittens who need that extra attentio... Hiii! :D
I'm Jollie! The biggest cat fan with years of hands on experience caring for cats of all ages, personalities, and needs. I have seven happy, thriving cats of my own so trust me... I know. Being a crazy cat lady, working at a pet store, and pet sitting has taught me just how truly important and unique our champions are. No two cats are the same; I enjoy learning each cat’s quirks and preferences.
I am comfortable working with cats of all ages. From kittens who need that extra attention and playtime to senior cats who may need monitoring and a gentler approach. I have experience with giving injections, pills, and liquid medications!
I pride myself for keeping my services LGBTQ+ safe and judgement free. I strive to keep a respectful and inclusive space for both pets and their people. I will never gossip to your kitty about you, I promise!! Your love for your kitty is irreplaceable but I will do my very best in providing care that closely mirrors the love they’re used to! :D
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What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
Honestly, my favorite part is taking silly photos of cats. I believe in capturing ever memory. Especially during playtime, I capture some of the silliest photos. I have about one million photos of my cats, some in my gallery for you to check out! :)
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have seven cats at home!! From youngest to oldest: Phoebe (10 months), Rigby (1yr), Trixie (4yr), Froggy (4yr), Tony (5yr), Pepper (5yr), and Stormy (7yr) All rescues and Ive raised a few since they were kittens. My personality and routines is based around these kitties, they are my pride and joy! I will also never forget my past babies. Tiny (14yr) and Sasha (17yr). Both with medical conditions that needed constant attending to. Tiny with kidney disease: needed a special diet with low phosphorus. While sasha: diabetic and needed daily injections. I know how scary it can feel to trust someone with a cat with medical needs. I can promise you experience, careful attention, and clear communication. I will always make sure your cat’s care routine is followed closely.
What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?
I start by confirming my availability, making sure it suits both our schedules! Its important to me that your cats set routine is followed to the tea. Next, we’ll set up a meet and greet so I can get to know you and your cat. I’ll learn their routines, preferences, personality, and any medication needs to ensure attentive care that keeps them comfortable while you’re away! I always keep in communication sending updates and photos to keep your mind at ease! I have been praised for my silly photos in my past sittings!
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
My motto is “patience is key.” I never force interactions; I always let cats set the pace. I understand timid or anxious cats need calm and consistent care, so I pay close attention to their body language and offer gentle reassurance. Once they seem calmer, my favorite part is finding little ways to make them feel safe. A slow blink, a little chin scratch, or a small treat. With patience and consistency even the shyest cats start to feel comfortable with me around! :)
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Jollie is experienced with 6 types of medications
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Jacob
May 26, 2026
Jolie was attentive and very sweet to my cat. she took pictures everyday along with status reports. She even drew a picture of her. Jolie had no problem going the extra mile and even helped with supplies. Would definitely recommend.
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Kathryn
February 23, 2026
Jollie was wonderful! She was very communicative and sent good and useful updates during our trip. She also was very patient with our cat, who was nervous at the start of her visits but warmed up to her by the end!
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Thank you for the review! Pepper was great to hangout with :) Im very glad she was able to warm up to me!
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Marcela
May 20, 2026
Jollie did great with my two kitties! She always sent photos and gave an update when she was with them. I will definitely be booking with her again!
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Kaylee
May 25, 2026
Jolie was amazing! She gave consistent updates, and my sometimes a little iffy with new people cat just loved her. I knew Walter was in great hands while I was away.
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Megan
May 24, 2026
Jollie was so great! She did so well with Blanche, took extra good care of her, and was very responsive. I enjoyed her updates about Blanche every day!
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Kaylee
June 20, 2026
Service Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Jollie's is 20%
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
Jollie's holiday surcharge is 20%.
Drop in visits rates
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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.
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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 $29.00. 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
Jacob
May 26, 2026
Jolie was attentive and very sweet to my cat. she took pictures everyday along with status reports. She even drew a picture of her. Jolie had no problem going the extra mile and even helped with supplies. Would definitely recommend.
Kathryn
February 23, 2026
Jollie was wonderful! She was very communicative and sent good and useful updates during our trip. She also was very patient with our cat, who was nervous at the start of her visits but warmed up to her by the end!
Response from Jollie
Thank you for the review! Pepper was great to hangout with :) Im very glad she was able to warm up to me!
Marcela
May 20, 2026
Jollie did great with my two kitties! She always sent photos and gave an update when she was with them. I will definitely be booking with her again!
Kaylee
May 25, 2026
Jolie was amazing! She gave consistent updates, and my sometimes a little iffy with new people cat just loved her. I knew Walter was in great hands while I was away.
Megan
May 24, 2026
Jollie was so great! She did so well with Blanche, took extra good care of her, and was very responsive. I enjoyed her updates about Blanche every day!
Kaylee
June 20, 2026
Daniel
May 16, 2026
Daniel
April 15, 2026
John Ben
February 28, 2026
Response from Jollie
Thank you John! :) I loved spending time with susu and frosty
Meowtel
January 29, 2026
Jollie is a background-checked cat sitter in the Chicago area. Their profile has been verified by Meowtel.
Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)