I'm Christine

Cat-Whisperer Christine's Chicago Cat Care

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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

Christine is experienced with 5 types of medications

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

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Cat-Whisperer Christine's Chicago Cat Care

I'm Christine

Cat Sitting in Chicago, IL

If you ask any of my friends what my favorite thing in the world is, it’s cats! I have two of my own (orange is Rufio; gray is Wendy), and I can’t wait to meet your cat!


I’ve had cats my whole life, starting right when I was born. Feeding the cats and emptying the litter box were my chores growing up, so I learned cat care early. I also learned cats can require a lot of patience and nurturing to warm up to you, or they may be warm from the get-go. I respect all cat’s levels of comfort with me and gauge how I act toward them based on their reactions.

I’ve been a volunteer with Chicago Animal Care & Control in transporting cats to their foster homes, rescues, and vet appointments. I have also fostered kittens and adult cats...
If you ask any of my friends what my favorite thing in the world is, it’s cats! I have two of my own (orange is Rufio; gray is Wendy), and I can’t wait to meet your cat!


I’ve had cats my whole life, starting right when I was born. Feeding the cats and emptying the litter box were my chores growing up, so I learned cat care early. I also learned cats can require a lot of patience and nurturing to warm up to you, or they may be warm from the get-go. I respect all cat’s levels of comfort with me and gauge how I act toward them based on their reactions.

I’ve been a volunteer with Chicago Animal Care & Control in transporting cats to their foster homes, rescues, and vet appointments. I have also fostered kittens and adult cats. Over the summer, I rescued 4 kittens from an abandoned parking lot: fed them to gain their trust, then arranged for a rescue to trap them and foster them. I then adopted one and arranged for my coworker, who lost her 2 cats within a year, to adopt two of them. Seeing her so happy with the kittens was so fulfilling.

I have also worked in pet insurance and am trained on how to bottle-feed kittens and administer medication.

I live on the northwest side of Chicago, but I don’t discriminate with where I sit. I am also a dog walker, and I have clients from Naperville, the Fox River, Crystal Lake, all neighborhoods in Chicago, and everywhere in between. Honestly, I do it because I love animals that much. I have a 9-5 in insurance that pays the bills, but it doesn’t really feed my soul like caring for cats does. I am very flexible with my date and times, as I can work from home if necessary.

As far as COVID safety, I am fully vaccinated and boosted. I will do whatever you feel is safest for your home. If you would prefer me to wear a mask, I will!


Medication Experience:

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

Skills:

Foster Parent T-N-R Shelter Volunteer

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Ryan

Ryan

October 12, 2025

Christine did an amazing job looking after our cat Ellie while we were traveling, including giving Ellie her medication. She is professional, caring, and always provided great updates and pictures after each visit. I would highly recommend Christine to others!

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Kaitlin

Kaitlin

January 14, 2023

If I could give Christine 20 stars, I would! She was absolutely fantastic. First, just a week before our booking started, we adopted a stray kitten that turned up on our doorstep. I notified Christine immediately about this change and we updated the info accordingly. She was flexible and happy to take care of an additional kitty and we were so grateful. She came twice on two days, gave our oldest cat insulin shots, took many photos and gave our kitties much-needed love in our absence. Each visit she sent me photos and a write up. We were delighted with her service.

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Kathy

Kathy

December 12, 2022

Christine has been great! I have 2 cats. One (Ben) is diabetic and hides when a stranger is in the house. She has worked with me and Ben to get him to trust her and allow her to give him his food and insulin.

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Imaan

Imaan

May 16, 2023

Christine was so caring and attentive to our little fur baby! Would definitely recommend!! She sent many pictures and videos each visit which was really nice and thoughtful. She is really quick with responding to messages and is always nice and respectful. This was our first time booking a cat sitter so we were nervous at first, but Christine exceeded all our expectations!

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Emilie

Emilie

July 19, 2023

Christine was amazing while we were gone. I came home to two very happy cats 🐱. One of our cats is very very shy and Christine was able to pet her multiple times which I was shocked by. Christine is a great communicator and it is obvious she loves cats and they love her. Bonus: she took really cool / artsy pictures 😊

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Hannah

Hannah

May 15, 2023

Christine alleviated all of my worries about leaving my cats for 10 days. she came around the same time every day at my request and took more pictures than I could ever ask for with text updates. I could tell she cares for cats as if they were her own. I’d book her again without hesitation!

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$35.90 / 20min
$45.34 / 45min
$70.00 / 60min

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Schedule Constraints

I do work during the day, 8-4:30, but I have the flexibility to work from home. I can come before work (anywhere in my radius), on my lunch break if you are in the NW Chicago or suburbs, or after work (anywhere in my radius).

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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.

Featured Cat Sitters Near Chicago, IL

  • Shannon brings a gentle touch to every visit, with very fast response times and acceptance of new clients. They volunteer weekly at Paws & Claws Cat Rescue in Evanston, care for cats from kittens to seniors, and can give pills, eye or ear drops, and topical ointments 🐾

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  • Adyera, based in Elmhurst, is a cat lover who rescued two kittens, Dachi and Pebble, after a tornado and now shares plenty of cute, goofy updates. They follow care instructions closely, welcome new clients, and are usually available during holidays 🐾

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  • Lidya brings a calm, quiet touch to Chicago cat care, with five years of casual cat sitting for friends and a love for earning a cat’s trust 🐱 They accept new clients, offer overnights, share plenty of photos, and are available around holidays.

    Quiet Care for Cats 🐱
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  • Winter, a cat mom of three in Chicago, brings photo updates, overnight care, and weekend availability to South, West, and North Side homes. They handle topical ointments, eye/ear drops, and oral meds, plus welcome new clients 🐾

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  • Lizzy, a downtown Chicago college student, brings cat care shaped by 12 years with her own kitty and one recent sitting for an elderly cat with a strict feeding schedule. She accepts new clients, gives oral meds or topical ointments, and is open weekends 🐾

    Weekend Cat Care in Chicago
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  • Hale brings a lifelong understanding of feline behavior, plus eye and ear drop care. They’re accepting new clients in Chicago, offer overnight stays, and keep owners updated with regular photos and videos. Their British shorthair Mercury adds a personal touch 🐾

    Trusted Cat Care in Chicago 🐾
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  • Jocelyn brings over five years of experience caring for cats around Chicagoland, with strong skills in oral meds, topical ointments, and inhalers. She’s usually available on weekends and holidays, accepts new clients, and keeps cat parents smiling with fast updates and lots of photos 😊

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  • Brianna is a cat mom in Chicago who brings four years of cat-sitting experience, plus eye and ear drop medication skills. She’s usually available on holidays and welcomes new clients with a 5% off discount, while keeping Simba-style cuddles in the mix 🐱❤️

    Holiday Help for Cat Queens 🐱
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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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