I'm Katie
Katie's Wrigleyville Cat Care
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Katie is experienced with 5 types of medications
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I'm Katie
Cat Sitting in Chicago, IL
Please consider booking November-January Holiday dates in advance to guarantee a spot in my calendar, especially if you have a particular time request (morning/evening)
If you're looking for a compassionate cat caretaker, I'm happy to provide!
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I have previous work experience in cat rescue shelters and a cat cafe where my focus was caring for every cat that came through our facilities. I'm comfortable administering topical & oral medicines, and... 📅!! HOLIDAY 2026 AVAILABILITY !!
Please consider booking November-January Holiday dates in advance to guarantee a spot in my calendar, especially if you have a particular time request (morning/evening)
If you're looking for a compassionate cat caretaker, I'm happy to provide!
❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
I have previous work experience in cat rescue shelters and a cat cafe where my focus was caring for every cat that came through our facilities. I'm comfortable administering topical & oral medicines, and injections!
I have experience with:
Kittens 🧶
Elderly cats 🦁
Disabled/Special needs cats 🐱
"Tortitude" 🐈⬛🧡
When caring for your kitty, I'll provide these services as needed:
-Litter box cleaning
-Food and water bowl refilling/cleaning
-Treat time
-Brushing
-Play sessions
-Lots of love
-Photos and videos
I prioritize the comfort, health, and safety of my feline clients and the peace of mind of their humans. You are always welcome to reach out to me for any questions, concerns, or additional updates while you're away.
I have two cats of my own, one of which was adopted from the shelter I previously worked at in Utah. You can see her, along with a few other cats I've worked with and photographed in my gallery!
Learn More About Katie
What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
My favorite thing about working with cats is getting to know their personality over time. No two cats are the exact same, they're just like people, and being a cat sitter is a really rewarding way to learn a cats unique quirks. It's like making a new friend.
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
My cat that I adopted from my old workplace, her full name is Princess Auri Bubbles. But that name has turned into Auri, Auwi, Auwiwi, Wiwi, and Wi. She responds to all of those names. My roommates cat, Captain Jellybeans, similarly knows her name as a high pitched "Jebibeep" or "The jebby bean"
How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?
Clear communication with clients is an absolute must. Before a clients scheduled visits I make sure to do an in person meet and greet at their home first, where we go over the doors and locks, the location of all of the cats necessary supplies, and their instructions in case of emergency. An immediate way to contact them while they're away or alternatively an emergency contact is also a requirement.
Medication Experience:
Skills:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Katie is experienced with 5 types of medications
Check if Katie services your area
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Andrew
September 23, 2026
Katie's deep experience was big factor in leaving our senior tuxedo (with kidney disease) in her care. It showed in her care! Managing his meds & routine, and interacting so, when we returned, Moon was doing well emotionally. Not the shell-shocked kitty you hate to find post-trip. Katie patiently gained his trust. I'll be asking her help next time we have to travel.
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Chrissy
June 16, 2026
Katie went above and beyond for me and my two kitties! My power went out for two days due to storms, and Katie took my cat’s refrigerated antibiotics home with her to keep them cold and brought them back with her each day. She was incredibly communicative and sent pictures daily. She will be my first choice for future bookings!
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Lynn
April 15, 2026
Katie was a perfect choice to pet sit my persnickety, shy senior cat. I was a bit hesitate at first due to my kitty's sassy cattitude especially with strangers. Katie was a great match for my spicy but sweet kitty. Within a few days they bonded intuitively and naturally due to Katie's expertise, knowledge and patience with animals, in this case with my kitty. I consider this remarkable as my kitty prefers to hide, overall be on edge and definitely not approachable. Katie, was diligent with sending me daily photos, videos and updates which instantly settled my heart and put my mind at ease. I never once worried about my kitty under Katie's care! It was a pleasure booking Katie's services and look forward to rebooking with her in the future!
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Alex
August 28, 2026
Katie was pefect. She met with us before we left town. She was on time and sent us detailed daily updates. We hope she's available again in the future when we need someone to watch our cat. She also went the extra mile and did some extra work and cleanup that she definitely didn't have to. Super reccommend!
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Heather
May 8, 2026
Katie was fantastic with my standoffish senior cat. She met him where he was at and won him over. I will definitely be having Katie take care of my little old man again!
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Emily
February 24, 2026
My two cats loved Katie!! It was really great to have Katie do an in-person meet and greet so I could walk her through everything, including complicated feeders/routines. I appreciated the updates and cute pictures she sent every day :)
Read moreService Area & Availability
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Katie's is 30%
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
These are the date ranges in 2027 to which the holiday surcharge applies:
- January 1-4: New Year's 2027
- January 15-21: MLK Day
- February 12-18: Presidents Day
- May 28-June 3: Memorial Day
- June 16-22: Juneteenth
- July 1-7: July 4th
- September 3-9: Labor Day
- October 8-14: Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day
- November 8-14: Veterans Day
- November 22-28: Thanksgiving
- December 22-28: Christmas
- December 29-31: New Year's 2028
Katie's holiday surcharge is 30%.
Schedule Constraints
✅ Weekends and Weekdays
✅ Holidays
✅ Morning time slot 7am-11:30am
✅ Evening time slot 4:30pm-8:30pm
Feel free to ask about overnights and specific time requests for medications!
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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.
Veterans Day is coming up soon (November 11th, 2026)
Cat sitters on Meowtel are usually pretty busy, don't forget to book your sitter!
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!
Rating breakdown
Andrew
September 23, 2026
Katie's deep experience was big factor in leaving our senior tuxedo (with kidney disease) in her care. It showed in her care! Managing his meds & routine, and interacting so, when we returned, Moon was doing well emotionally. Not the shell-shocked kitty you hate to find post-trip. Katie patiently gained his trust. I'll be asking her help next time we have to travel.
Chrissy
June 16, 2026
Katie went above and beyond for me and my two kitties! My power went out for two days due to storms, and Katie took my cat’s refrigerated antibiotics home with her to keep them cold and brought them back with her each day. She was incredibly communicative and sent pictures daily. She will be my first choice for future bookings!
Lynn
April 15, 2026
Katie was a perfect choice to pet sit my persnickety, shy senior cat. I was a bit hesitate at first due to my kitty's sassy cattitude especially with strangers. Katie was a great match for my spicy but sweet kitty. Within a few days they bonded intuitively and naturally due to Katie's expertise, knowledge and patience with animals, in this case with my kitty. I consider this remarkable as my kitty prefers to hide, overall be on edge and definitely not approachable. Katie, was diligent with sending me daily photos, videos and updates which instantly settled my heart and put my mind at ease. I never once worried about my kitty under Katie's care! It was a pleasure booking Katie's services and look forward to rebooking with her in the future!
Alex
August 28, 2026
Katie was pefect. She met with us before we left town. She was on time and sent us detailed daily updates. We hope she's available again in the future when we need someone to watch our cat. She also went the extra mile and did some extra work and cleanup that she definitely didn't have to. Super reccommend!
Heather
May 8, 2026
Katie was fantastic with my standoffish senior cat. She met him where he was at and won him over. I will definitely be having Katie take care of my little old man again!
Emily
February 24, 2026
My two cats loved Katie!! It was really great to have Katie do an in-person meet and greet so I could walk her through everything, including complicated feeders/routines. I appreciated the updates and cute pictures she sent every day :)
Nathan
February 25, 2026
Katie was amazing with my baby girl. Always sent pictures/videos and spent time cuddling and playing everyday. Would definitely book her again!
Carolyn
January 7, 2026
Katie did a phenomenal job watching my kitties. I do not have worried while gone that they weren’t in great hands. the daily videos and pics made my day.
Lia
January 19, 2026
Katie was the perfect sitter! She sent us daily photo updates and gave our 2 cats plenty of attention. We will definitely use her again
Tiffany
January 10, 2026
Katie was fantastic with taking care of our boys! She had great intuition, sent amazing photographs and gave us daily updates. This gave us peace of mind on our travels, and we would definitely look to book her again! If you’re looking for a responsible and kind cat sitter, you should definitely consider Katie
Cambree
September 17, 2026
This is the second time Katie has cat sat for me. She is very communicative, sends thorough updates and wonderful pics of the time spent with my two cats. So appreciated, 100% recommend ♥️
Celia
April 5, 2026
Katie was absolutely wonderful! it was my first time leaving my two kittens alone for a weekend and she made me feel so much better. They absolutely loved her. she sent me so many videos and pictures and treated them like her own. Im so thankful I found her! I will definitely be re booking.
Kathryn
May 24, 2026
Katie was great with Celine! She was able to easily retrieve my keys from my lockbox and her communication was great! I got many cute pics and videos of my little baby while I was away. I will def use Katie next time I need a cat sitter!
Noah
August 7, 2026
100% peace of mind with Katie. My partner and I entrusted care of our cat (7M neutered) with Katie on short notice and are happy to report that we had no issues. Katie was very communicative with us and made sure we have peace of mind that our baby boy at home is safe and taken care of.
Jane
May 6, 2026
Katie worked hard to master the alarm system and deal with my ill male cat. overall, she coped well with a difficult situation.
Lisa
October 5, 2026
When Katie cares for our kitty while we are away it brings us such comfort! She sends great updates and pics and he always looks happy!
Mike
March 12, 2026
Katie was amazing and did a great job taking care of Zarya. She follows all instructions and even brogught in the mail and watered my plants when necessary. Overall it was a great experience.
Amy
March 27, 2026
nothing but good things to say!!! the photos and updates she sent were so perfect.
Chrissy
December 19, 2025
Katie was fantastic to work with! she always replied quickly and was kind and clearly a cat person. She went above and beyond taking care of my two fur babies. Will definitely seek out her services again!
Courtney
July 8, 2026
Katie is wonderful and took great care of our girls! She kept us up to date with pictures and notes, very grateful for her services!
Alyssa
January 27, 2026
Amazing cat sitter! She went the extra mile multiple times to meet my cat babies needs! I would highly highly recommend her!!!
Marlena
March 22, 2026
Katie was super responsive and went above and beyond to make sure my babies were cared for. Both of my cats loved her :)
Cambree
March 20, 2026
So grateful for her services! Did everything and then some. My cats warmed up to her immediately! Definitely recommend!
Matt
May 30, 2026
Great communication and fantastic photos. Came back home to happy kitties. I would book again!
Emily
This week
Katie was fantastic with my cats and took great photos of them!
Ian
This month
Courtney
This month
Ammaarah
This month
Courtney
October 3, 2026
Kathryn
September 6, 2026
Alex
August 28, 2026
Marlena
July 23, 2026
Mike
July 23, 2026
This is the second time Katie has watched Zarya and everything was just as great as the first time. She is very communicative and follows all instructions perfectly!
Kelley
July 18, 2026
Celia
July 6, 2026
Chrissy
July 5, 2026
Chris
June 20, 2026
Marlena
May 25, 2026
Tiffany
May 22, 2026
Marlena
May 19, 2026
Cambree
May 7, 2026
Alyssa
April 11, 2026
Ben
March 9, 2026
Rob
February 22, 2026
Asa
November 14, 2025
I first knew of Katie for her stellar cat photography, but when a sick kitten showed up at my doorstep, she became an invaluable source of help. She showed me the best ways to care for my cat, talked me through options for treatment, and generally was a steady source of reassurance in a moment I didn’t feel entirely sure I could handle. Super grateful for her.
Lisa
November 14, 2025
Animal lover that gives the utmost care & attention to cats.
Megan
November 14, 2025
Katie is professional and reliable. She obviously loves cats. She was very communicative while we were away for an extended amount of time, and she made us feel like our cats were being well taken care of and well loved while we were away.
Meowtel
November 14, 2025
Katie is a background-checked cat sitter in the Chicago area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.