I'm Ashley

I Speak Cat Meow

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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

Ashley is experienced with 5 types of medications

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

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I Speak Cat Meow

I'm Ashley

Cat Sitting in Chicago, IL

Meow, Cat Mammas and Cat Daddies!

I’m Ashley, I personally have 5 cats of my own my eldest is 19 years old, then I have a 5 year old, and 3, 3 year olds. Cats are my absolute passion and a extension of who I am as a person; they make me whole at the end of the day!

My experience and background with cats range in a variety of areas. From fostering a total of 16 cats, to cats born naturally with physical disability. To my own personal experiences of helping give oral medication with pill shooters, as well as topical medication to eyes and ears. I’ve been taught how to check the body temperature of your kitty without a thermometer read, using their paws and ears. Another common issue I’ve learned is how to check for dehydration.

At the beginning of a kitties life I have assisted during the birthing process of kittens multiple times. Although the most joyous experience I’ve had has been working with the beloved senior kitties. To provide comfort and care at the tail end of life and their natural aging issues...
Meow, Cat Mammas and Cat Daddies!

I’m Ashley, I personally have 5 cats of my own my eldest is 19 years old, then I have a 5 year old, and 3, 3 year olds. Cats are my absolute passion and a extension of who I am as a person; they make me whole at the end of the day!

My experience and background with cats range in a variety of areas. From fostering a total of 16 cats, to cats born naturally with physical disability. To my own personal experiences of helping give oral medication with pill shooters, as well as topical medication to eyes and ears. I’ve been taught how to check the body temperature of your kitty without a thermometer read, using their paws and ears. Another common issue I’ve learned is how to check for dehydration.

At the beginning of a kitties life I have assisted during the birthing process of kittens multiple times. Although the most joyous experience I’ve had has been working with the beloved senior kitties. To provide comfort and care at the tail end of life and their natural aging issues. Some of those including kidney disease (administering sub q fluids ), and diabetic’s (administering insulin injections every 12 hours).

Watching cat’s behavior and body language I’ve learned is *KEY* to be able to successfully establish a relationship and level of trust with any cat. My personal experience in that area is when is I successfully socialize a couple of kitties that where very non social and hesitant to be prepared for adoption. It took time day in and out to build the relationship and trust yet once it was there and established it was a great success for not only them yet myself as well. With the trust built they allowed me to move forward to care for them not only medically yet with standard needs.

After learning how to socialize cats. I continued learning cat behavior from more of a medical perspective what signs and communication your kitty maybe giving off. From position of their tail and ears to allowing them to check my personal scent coming into their den, (their home, aka your home). It’s important for me to be able to read your kitty to make sure they are giving me the correct signals wether it is related to simply being shy, or stressed. Verses im in pain and I don’t feel good. Therefore with that being said cats that have medical needs I need a UP FRONT notice, before your meet and greet please. Their behavior is 100% key to having a successful reservation with me.

Giving injections and or orally giving medication to your cat that is not immediately friendly upon arrival I may need to request that we do a second meet and greet to be 100% sure that this is a suitable fit for not only me yet for you and your kitty. Any cat that is showing signs of being uncooperative or aggressive unfortunately I will not be able to take on.

This is *KEY* as it will help not only them yet me as well to help them be as comfortable with me as possible to give proper care well you are away from them.

As for feeding and supplements, l have feed every type of food available on today’s market. Dry, Wet, Freeze Dry Raw, and complete natural raw. ( For raw feeders, yes I am available for the 10-12 hour intervals of feeding 2x a day). As for supplements, adding and mixing into foods as instructed, pre & probiotics, fish oils ( Krill, Salmon, etc. ), immune supports, arthritis supports, etc. I’m familiar with any of these and have no issues adding and making sure your kitty gets their daily dose in their feeding routine.

I’ve been with Meowtel as a sitter for 2 year’s now. I always allow my actions to be speak louder then my words. Please check some of my reviews from the past 2 years to show you I am trustworthy, honest, and reliable.

My continuous passion and love for cats shows when I’m with anyone’s cat I treat every kitty as if they where my own. I love giving any kitty the extra time of day for some extra chin scratches, head buds, and cuddles and kisses. So they know they are always appreciated for how well they take care of us and live among us peacefully.

I have a flexible schedule and I am very familiar with downtown Chicago and the surrounding neighborhoods of the city. Commuting to you and your kitty for arranged meet and greets and care should be know problem.

Learn More About Ashley

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

Meeting a variety of cats, getting to be a second friend they trust and see frequently for the regular clients. I also get to see all the different products on the market for cats and being able to get the chance to try them by meeting and caring for all the kitties!

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?

Read through the sitters profile entirely. You can usually tell by the profile compared to others which has experience in the area for your needs for you and your kitty!

Are you usually available during holidays?

Yes I am! I do not have any human children or significant other at this time. I only travel 2-3 times a year for Thanksgiving, Father’s Day and my Birthday. Otherwise I’m usually full open year round for all other holidays!

What is your favorite cat toy?

1st Place - Feather Wands 2nd Place - Cat Nip Toys 3rd Place - Mouse Toys The most common to entice hunting instincts.

How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?

I take everything at the Cats pace, also pay close attention to Ears and Tail body Language it is key to working with a timid or anxious cat.


Medication Experience:

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

Skills:

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Alana

Alana

April 13, 2026

Ashley is an excellent cat sitter. I have a senior boy with diabetes and she took exceptional care of all of his medical needs. Not only that, she pays close attention to detail, sends great updates, leaves my home clean, and makes me feel at ease while traveling away from my beloved cat because I know he is being well taken care of. I highly recommend her!

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Joyce

Joyce

July 17, 2025

Ashley did an amazing job with my girls. went above and beyond to make sure they are safe. One of my cats is diabetic and needs insulin and Ashley did a fantastic job with that. She kept me informed with everything, kept everything clean. Just all around a rockstar! highly recommend!

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Christina

Christina

December 29, 2025

Great experience. Had 2 separate meet and greets to make sure she was able to give my cat his dialysis medication. This helped me feel confident that he would be taken care of well. She provided photos of each visit. Will hire again!

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Jeanne

Jeanne

January 14, 2026

Ashley is a caring Cat-Sitter for our two cats- one elderly. I feel like she really understood our kitties, and they liked her. She was very attentive to their unique habits and preferences. Happy cats! 😸😸

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Jen

Jen

August 25, 2024

Ashley was amazing with Mr. Butters! I ended up booking my first overnight visit because he is new to Chicago, but not to me and was staying with my partner. Unfortunately, I had to go out of town for a work trip for a week and luckily she was available during that time. she provided amazing video and updates, including brushing him, before and after pics of food and litter and belly rubs, which I really, really appreciated and it put my mind at ease. he was raised in a hoarding situation and never really bonded with people so it was important that I found somebody who could read his cues and give him affection based on his personality.

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Jennifer

Jennifer

February 24, 2025

Our second time having Ashley care for our kitty, and I would recommend her hands down! She has always gone above and beyond for our kitty and even our home! She was a great help when a pipe in the kitchen froze in our absence, and she was able to get in touch, so that we could get it going again without any damage to the house.

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

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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.

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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 $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!

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