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I'm Dmitrii

Name: Cats Come First The Responsible Sitting
Address: Chicago, IL, 60640, US
Rating: 5.00

Cats Come First The Responsible Sitting

5.00

59 Reviews

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18 Repeat clients

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I'm Dmitrii

Cats Come First The Responsible Sitting

Chicago, IL

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

Dmitrii is experienced with 1 type of medications

Eye/Ear Drops

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

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I'm Dmitrii

Cat Sitting in Chicago, IL

Hi everyone! My name is Dmitrii and I’m a lifelong cat lover.
I have many years of experience taking care of cats. My parents had a cat, my grandmother had a cat and my parents in law had a cat, they relied on me since I was 12. I fed them, cleaned litter boxes, played with them and brought them to vet.
Right now, we (me and my wife) have the cat named George. We adopted him from the animal shelter three years ago and it was one of the best decisions we made in our lives. George was 8 years old at that time and previous owners abandoned him with no reason. He was traumatized, but me could make him happy.
I came to Chicago a few months ago... Hi everyone! My name is Dmitrii and I’m a lifelong cat lover.
I have many years of experience taking care of cats. My parents had a cat, my grandmother had a cat and my parents in law had a cat, they relied on me since I was 12. I fed them, cleaned litter boxes, played with them and brought them to vet.
Right now, we (me and my wife) have the cat named George. We adopted him from the animal shelter three years ago and it was one of the best decisions we made in our lives. George was 8 years old at that time and previous owners abandoned him with no reason. He was traumatized, but me could make him happy.
I came to Chicago a few months ago. My wife is a PhD student at Northwestern University, she moved to Chicago and I followed her. I worked for the last 15 years as a sport reporter, writer and editor in Moscow and covered many big events such as FIFA World Cup and Olympics. Now I looking for an opportunity to apply my strong passion to improve the lives of cats and their owners in Chicago.
I'm freelance writer and have a wide range of availability to care for your cats. I'm available for drop-in visits and sitting on weekdays and weekends/holidays. I live in Ravenswood and I will be happy to take care of your cats also in Andersonville, Lincoln Square, Edgewater and Rogers Park.
I’m fully vaccinated from COVID-19 with one additional booster shot. I understand and respect any wishes, recommendations and precautions you may have.

Medication Experience:

Eye/Ear Drops

Skills:

Foster Parent

I'm Dmitrii

Cats Come First The Responsible Sitting

Chicago, IL

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

Dmitrii is experienced with 1 type of medications

Eye/Ear Drops

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

Check if Dmitrii services your area

Good news! Dmitrii covers your area.

Unfortunately, Dmitrii does not cover your area right meow.

5.00

59 reviews

5.0

Attention to Detail

5.0

Communication

5.0

Tidiness

Oliver

August 4, 2026

I would 100% book Dmitrii again. He was prompt, kind, and took great care of our cats. He gave detailed updates with photos and I never had to ask for updates. Make sure you book with Dmitrii if you can!

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Harvey

September 22, 2026

Dmitrii took wonderful care of my cat while I was gone for a few days! He regularly sent photo updates, was very thorough during the meet and greet, and I would definitely recommend him!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits

Sarah

October 1, 2025

Dmitrii has been amazing to rely on whenever I’m out of town and need someone dependable to care for my two boys. One of them is diabetic and requires daily medication, and Dmitrii handles it with such care. I’m so grateful to have found a trustworthy cat sitter who checks in regularly and sends me daily photos. I would highly recommend him to anyone.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits

Max

August 22, 2025

Dmitrii did a great job taking care of my 2 "wingnuts". I came hime to find them healthy and happy. He even watered my plants. He is a really nice guy as well. I will definitely ask him to cat sit again.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits

Salvador

April 14, 2025

Dmitrii is professional and punctual with his visits and responses. His daily updates with photos were detailed and caring enough to make sure I enjoyed my trip abroad without worries! I will book him again for my next time away from home!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits

Carol

April 1, 2025

Dimitri did a great job caring for my two cats, including giving a pill to one of them daily. He includes great photos in his updates.

Meowtel-verified reservation with overnight visits

Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$26.00 / 20min

$39.00 / 45min

$52.00 / 60min

Overnight stay rate

$80.00 / Overnight

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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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