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I'm Daniella
Cat Sitting in Chicago, IL
I have successfully... My name is Daniella, and I have been a certified cat mommy for more than 15 years. Kitties are the best, and each one is unique. Some are shy. Some are playful. Some are little love bugs, and some let you know that you’re just there to serve them. No matter what personality a kitty has, they are all adorable and deserve the best life possible that you can give them. Just ask our furry little nugget, Tommy. He keeps us on our toes, but we wouldn’t have it any other way!
I have successfully completed Pet First Aid and CPR from the Anti-Cruelty Society and have a good relationship with primary care and emergency vets who specialize in kitty care.
I work from home part-time as a freelance social media marketer, so my schedule is flexible. I have a car and will visit your little love bug(s) during daylight hours.
The health and safety of you and your family are very important to me, so I will adhere to all the latest health and safety protocols and defer to your preferences.
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Daniella is experienced with 3 types of medications
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Kendall
December 8, 2025
Daniella was great, got shy kitties to get more comfortable. goes out of her way to check on hiding cats and helped us out resetting our furnace in a heat emergency! simply the best!
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Katelyn
January 2, 2026
Daniella was very patient with my sassy boy cat. She was able to work with him and feed him in a kind way, even when he was not kind back to her. Then my easy chill cat loved snuggling and playing with her. I greatly appreciate Daniella.
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Sam
November 30, 2025
Daniella was really great with our shy cat, Lennie. She sent videos and pictures everyday to keep us updated. I will absolutely book her again for future trips!
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Sarah
October 30, 2025
Daniela was fantastic with our skittish cats. She showed them so much patience and kindness while we were gone. We have never used a service like this before, and we feel very fortunate to have had such a good experience. We would love to hire her for future trips and highly recommend her for others.
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Barbara
July 9, 2024
The reservation could not have gone better. One of my cats always hides under my bed and Daniella talks to him and tries to coax him out and makes sure he is ok. The other loves to cuddle with Daniella. Cats were well fed, litterboxes maintained and plants on balcony cared for.
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Tracy
May 28, 2024
This was our 1st time using Meowtel and we chose Daniella based on her other reviews and her bio, as we have 2 18 yo cats that needed care while we were out of the country for 10 days. This is the 1st time we've been gone this long while both cats have been on daily meds and were a bit nervous. We took advantage of the meet & greet and were immediately relieved and also impressed - Daniella gave both cats their meds with us present for the 'dry run' and I was amazed that she was able to give these w/o hesitation, especially to our cat Larry, who is shy and HATES getting his meds. But Daniella was a rockstar nurse! :) While we were gone, she sent daily updates around the same time each day - which was really helpful. We were able to thoroughly enjoy our vacation "guilt free", knowing Daniella was there to give our cats some love, pets & get them fed/watered daily, and most importantly their meds! 100% recommend this lady, and we will absolutely be enlisting her again. THANK YOU, Daniella!
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Drop in visits rates
Daniella'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
Daniella's holiday surcharge is 20%.
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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
Kendall
December 8, 2025
Daniella was great, got shy kitties to get more comfortable. goes out of her way to check on hiding cats and helped us out resetting our furnace in a heat emergency! simply the best!
Katelyn
January 2, 2026
Daniella was very patient with my sassy boy cat. She was able to work with him and feed him in a kind way, even when he was not kind back to her. Then my easy chill cat loved snuggling and playing with her. I greatly appreciate Daniella.
Sam
November 30, 2025
Daniella was really great with our shy cat, Lennie. She sent videos and pictures everyday to keep us updated. I will absolutely book her again for future trips!
Sarah
October 30, 2025
Daniela was fantastic with our skittish cats. She showed them so much patience and kindness while we were gone. We have never used a service like this before, and we feel very fortunate to have had such a good experience. We would love to hire her for future trips and highly recommend her for others.
Barbara
July 9, 2024
The reservation could not have gone better. One of my cats always hides under my bed and Daniella talks to him and tries to coax him out and makes sure he is ok. The other loves to cuddle with Daniella. Cats were well fed, litterboxes maintained and plants on balcony cared for.
Tracy
May 28, 2024
This was our 1st time using Meowtel and we chose Daniella based on her other reviews and her bio, as we have 2 18 yo cats that needed care while we were out of the country for 10 days. This is the 1st time we've been gone this long while both cats have been on daily meds and were a bit nervous. We took advantage of the meet & greet and were immediately relieved and also impressed - Daniella gave both cats their meds with us present for the 'dry run' and I was amazed that she was able to give these w/o hesitation, especially to our cat Larry, who is shy and HATES getting his meds. But Daniella was a rockstar nurse! :) While we were gone, she sent daily updates around the same time each day - which was really helpful. We were able to thoroughly enjoy our vacation "guilt free", knowing Daniella was there to give our cats some love, pets & get them fed/watered daily, and most importantly their meds! 100% recommend this lady, and we will absolutely be enlisting her again. THANK YOU, Daniella!
Cole
December 31, 2025
Daniella was incredibly caring for our baby! This was our first time using a sitter instead of boarding, and we definitely will be using her services going forward.
Jennifer
September 9, 2023
Daniella is great. She watched our two kitties twice and they love her. I can tell because she sent little videos and I could see how warm they are with her. she also answered every single text right away and hunted down my shy kitty who was hiding when I was worried about her health a bit. and she watered my flowers too. I felt assured all was well at home with Daniella taking care of things.
Breah
April 3, 2024
Daniella is absolutely incredible! it’s obvious she absolutely loves cats, and she treated mine like her own. I have two old ladies, who both need complicated meds and are both shy, and she was fantastic and patient with both of them — even the naughty lady who likes to play hide and seek before she’ll take her meds. She sent videos via text of both ladies every visit, and you could see that she quickly won them over. My most skeptical lady was slow blinking and yawning in front of her by the second day. One of my ladies was sick before I left, so I delayed my trip a few days, and Daniella was SO accommodating and understanding. She also kept close watch on the issues my sick kitty had been dealing with and provided incredibly detailed accounts for me. If I hadn’t met her and been so impressed before I left, I would not have been able to leave my kitty. She kept my mind at ease. I cannot recommend Daniella highly enough. She is the only sitter I will use going forward!
Victoria
December 29, 2023
Daniella was so great with our cat, Amy, while we were away! This was our first time needing a cat sitter and Amy tends to be shy and a little anxious around change (like new people). But you'd never know that, because she warmed up to Daniella so quickly! It was clear from the first meeting that Daniella cared about meeting all of our cat's needs, as she took notes on everything and asked all the right questions to cover anything we may have forgotten to mention. While we were away, we reliably received a daily photo and video of Amy along with a text update, and it was clear that not only does Daniella like cats, but she also is knowledgeable in how to best interact with them. We'd gladly request her again in the future and we know our cat would be happy to be under her care again too.
Kelsey
December 27, 2023
Daniella was wonderful! My Echo has specific food and medication requirements and Daniella took great notes to make sure she got everything right - and she sent them to me for review before her first visit as well to double-check. Echo can be shy with new people, but I could tell by the pictures and videos Daniella sent that she charmed Echo easily and immediately, which made being away much easier. She was also kind enough to bring in some mail and packages that came while I was away, which was a great help and such a nice extra step. I am so happy to have met and worked with Daniella, and I will absolutely rebook her services if I can next time I'm gone!
Dathan
November 25, 2023
Daniella has taken care of our cat three different times for 3-4 days each time and always does a fantastic job. She's sent videos of our cat greeting her and our cat is always thrilled to see her, greeting her like she greets her few favorite humans. Daniella is attentive to details, able to dispense medicine thoughtfully, and keeps our cat happy while we're away. We'll continue to book her!
Emily
November 28, 2023
Daniella is amazing! This was our first time using Meowtel and I cannot imagine it going any better. I was anxious about the idea of leaving my little angel until Daniella came over for a meet and greet. She put me at ease with her kindness, excellent questions, and attention to detail (of which there was a lot because Miss Fifi has a few issues.... and perhaps I do, too). While we were gone she sent detailed messages & photos. She was able to charm Fifi out of her "shy phase" and they became pals in no time! I highly recommend Daniella if you want someone sweet who understands how much you love your cat(s)!
Kristie
January 1, 2024
My husband and I moved to the area earlier this year, and had always relied on neighbors to watch our cats when we were away. So naturally I was a little nervous about using an online pet sitting service. But Daniella did an amazing job with our two boys, and kept us updated with visit photos & videos. She was even able to get photos and videos of our shy one who likes to hide. Very professional, courteous and great communication.
Nathan
February 12, 2024
Daniella was perfect. She gave regular updates and offered to buy more litter when I was running low. Above and beyond!
Veronica
July 2, 2023
We booked Daniella to check on our kitty while we were away for a long weekend. She was reliable, consistent and communicative. Our cat was well cared for and happy and content upon our return home. Daniella provided us with thorough updates and made sure basic needs of our home were met too like bringing mail/packages indoors and ensuring our plants had water. We already have her booked for our next trip. Would highly recommend Daniella!
Joseph
July 8, 2024
Daniella was great. she provided photo and video updates and prompt responses.
Kate
May 25, 2025
Daniella was phenomenal. she even brought toys for my fur daughter. Very thoughtful. I was the one all discombobulated because of my hectic trip. my I knew Daniella had everything taken care of.
Jane
December 28, 2024
Some friends of mine Have Daniella as there go- to Cat Sitter, so when I was looking for someone to feed my senior cat over the holidays, I reached out to her. I’m so glad that I did! From the first meet and greet, on through the daily updates, photos and videos, I knew my cat Maude was in great hands. I came home today after being gone for almost a week to a very relaxed and happy kitty ( who started waiting in the front window for Daniella after a few days :). I have already booked her again for my next trip out of town, and would absolutely recommend :)
Veronica
April 4, 2024
This was our third opportunity to have Daniella as our cat sitter. She does an excellent job with our cat and provides great updates, photos and videos.
Darcy
July 11, 2023
From the first visit, it was clear that Daniella cares about cats. Her detailed care plan comforted us, especially since we needed a week of care. Her updates (videos, pics, and texts) showed our cat as her usual self, and showed that Daniella did a great job! I will gladly hire Daniella again!
Alexander
March 16, 2026
Daniella is always super reliable and professional. She’s a great cat sitter who understands the unreliable temperament of cats. Super friendly and very detail oriented, your cat(s) will be well looked after under her care.
Lauren
December 1, 2025
Daniella was fantastic. Our home and our kitties were well taken care of. We will absolutely book Daniella again. Thank you so much!
Ron
This month
Daniella is always amazing with our shy old lady cat.
Kendall
January 31, 2026
Jennifer
January 7, 2026
Lauren
December 1, 2025
Kate
May 17, 2025
Veronica
April 2, 2025
Hope
March 28, 2025
Tracy
March 11, 2025
Hope
December 29, 2024
Ron
December 27, 2024
As always Daniella was great! Our little girl is shy, but always comes out to greet her friend.
Emily
December 10, 2024
Tracy
December 4, 2024
Daniella is the best! We love working with her and our kitties love her
Darcy
December 2, 2024
Darcy
November 24, 2024
Tracy
October 7, 2024
3rd or 4th time booking her - wonderful caregiver whom we've recommended to several friends.
Hope
August 21, 2024
great! kept us updated on the kitties and let us know any concerns.
Stephanie
August 17, 2024
Tracy
July 22, 2024
Repeat customer here! Daniella gave us fab service once again!
Darcy
July 8, 2024
Hope
July 8, 2024
great and thorough care and updates! all 3 cats with completely different personalities took to Daniella with ease.
Tracy
May 28, 2024
Jennifer
May 22, 2024
Matthew
April 13, 2024
Jennifer
April 9, 2024
Ron
March 31, 2024
Daniella was so great taking care of our little Miss Tate for the second time. I cannot recommend her highly enough! She is so great!
Kendall
March 10, 2024
Herman
March 7, 2024
Jennifer
February 10, 2024
Kendall
January 25, 2024
Lindsay
January 2, 2024
Ron
December 30, 2023
Daniella was great! Even our shy cat came out to play with her.
Matthew
December 30, 2023
Darcy
December 29, 2023
this is the second time Daniella has cared for our cat, and we will definitely ask her to care for her in the future. We always look forward to her updates! She’s great!
Jennifer
December 28, 2023
Lindsay
December 26, 2023
Kendall
November 27, 2023
Daniella goes above and beyond to make sure my shy kitties are doing well, even when they find super secret hiding spots.
Todd
November 26, 2023
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