
I'm James
A cat sitter in Chicago, IL
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I'm James | Cat Sitting in Chicago, IL





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James's Reviews
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Ami
James is truly wonderful and Dean loved him!! I had no hesitation booking again with him. He worked extra hard with me to make a time work which I really appreciated.
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Luisa
James did a wonderful job taking care of my cat Isley. He sent very thorough updates and was a great communicator. Isley has a propensity for throwing up Ang he cleaned up after him. Leaving our apartment spotless. Will be booking James again for future trips. Highly recommend!
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Janan
This was my first time booking a sitter for my cats so I was pretty nervous but James made me feel at ease. He was extremely thorough and provided detailed updates with pics/video everyday. One of my cats is very shy but he made sure she had enough to eat and was well cared for. My other cat absolutely adored him and got lots of play time. James responds very quickly to messages and is very adaptable. During the booking we had to make a few adjustments to the feeding schedule and it was no problem. He also took out the garbage before we came back so the apartment wouldn’t smell. We didn’t even ask him to do that but he went above and beyond. James is extremely reliable and his attention to detail shows how much he cares about the wellbeing of each cat. I highly recommend booking with him!
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Maya
James was wonderful! He was attentive to pet instructions and sent very clear updates, and wonderful photos! If I ever need a sitter for my cats again James is who I’m going to! I trust him very much.
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Emily
James was a fabulous cat sitter. He gave great, detailed updates and was able to befriend my cat in no time, despite having to administer medication. I especially appreciated the photo updates and that my apartment was clean to return to. I will be reserving James again in the future!
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Scott
We needed someone to watch our cat again; and having used James last time, it was a no-brainer to use him again! Thanks again for taking such good care of our cat and home while we were gone.
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Andy
This was the second time we’ve had James watch the cats and he’s always great with them. One of them is very shy and even she was out most of the time. James is friendly and professional. I would absolutely recommend him and intend on having him back for future trips.
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Lena
James took extra time to know my cats routine and space which was greatly appreciated. While my cats were shy, he was clear and provided loads of confirmation that they were well cared for while I was away. Happy, well fed girls greated me when I got home :)
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Scott
James did a phenomenal job taking care of our cat. He did everything we asked and more, even replenishing her cat nip toy and cleaning up after her hairball. if you’re looking for a great cat sitter, look no further. We will definitely be using James again, and highly recommend him. Thanks again James!
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Andy
This was the first time I didn't have a friend catsitting for me and I was a bit nervous. One of my cats is rather shy around new people. The other is very needy and needs a lot of regular interaction. Both cats took to James immediately. Even my friends would generally tell me they never saw the shy one come out when I'd be gone a week. James gave detailed, regular updates and great pictures playing with the cats. Knowing they were being well attended to really help put me at ease while being gone nearly a week. I would highly recommend James and I will absolutely be bringing him back when I leave town.
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Ashlyn
James did so well with my girls! He went above and beyond to meet their quirky needs and take care of them. We will absolutely plan to work with James again!
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James is a background-checked cat sitter in the Chicago area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
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Rachel
James is reliable, adaptable, and great under pressure. He’s a great communicator and problem-solver when issues arise, which is helpful and makes me feel confident leaving my pets in his care!
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Chloe
James is a kind, gentle, friendly, and cheerful guy who has years of experience with cats (and pets of all kinds) as well as in-home care like house and pet sitting. He is communicative, eloquent, and helpful. I feel safe leaving my home and beloved kitten under his care, knowing that not only will he take care of my most precious things while I’m gone but also that he will let me know promptly if something comes up that needs my attention. I would recommend him to anyone who is looking for help!
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James' Service Area & Rates
- Free Meet & Greets
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Drop-in visits to your home
- $37.84 / 45min $53.95 / 60min
- James' Holiday Surcharge is 20%
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James's Qualifications & Experience
Transportation
- Walk
- Car
- Ground
Medication Experience
- Topical Ointments
- Eye/Ear Drops
- Oral Medication / Pills
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.
Independence Day is coming up soon (July 4th). Meowtel cat sitters are usually pretty busy, don't forget to book your sitter!
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 $31.00. 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.
