I'm Kayla
Kayla's Catsitting Service In Bucktown
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I'm Kayla
Cat Sitting in Chicago, IL
-One free 30-minute consultation to meet you and your cat, learn about their routines, pick up... Hi, I'm Kayla! I have been working as a catsitter for over three years, and I absolutely love it. I also have two cats, Ginger and Matcha, who I am obsessed with. As a cat parent, I know how stressful it is to leave them behind while you are traveling. As your cat sitter, I will make sure you receive the following to give you peace of mind while on vacation:
-One free 30-minute consultation to meet you and your cat, learn about their routines, pick up keys, and discuss any questions
-1-2 daily drop-in visit(s), at consistent times, depending on your preference
-Structured visit that will consist of cleaning the litter box, feeding, water refills, and some minutes of playtime
-Daily report after the last visit detailing how your pet did, any unusual activity, any exciting updates, and cute pictures of your furry friend
I live and work in the Bucktown neighborhood of Chicago. I am within walking distance of Bucktown, Logan Square, Wicker Park, and parts of Avondale. I also have a car and am open to traveling beyond these neighborhoods. I look forward to meeting you and your pets!
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What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
I love meeting new cats! It’s fun to learn each cat’s quirks and see how they open up to me over time. Plus, I’m a cat person - who wouldn’t love to hang out with cats?
Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?
My favorite reservation so far has been a cat that I’ve been watching for over a year now. She is a very sweet kitty who clearly loves her parents very much, and was anxious whenever they were gone. Over the past year I have spent a lot of time building up our relationship, letting her get to know me, and mostly interacting with her from afar which was her preference. My last visit, we finally had a breakthrough, and she let me pet her for the first time! She is now very excited for pets and chin scritches when I visit. I love this particular client and story because it just goes to show that building a relationship with a kitty can take a long time, but the amount of joy I feel when a cat trusts me for the first time is just amazing!
What is your favorite cat toy?
I love any type of string toy because I love watching cats jump! They are so athletic and it’s always fun to get a lot of their energy out.
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
I will usually introduce myself by crouching to their level and sticking my hand out for them to sniff, even with cats that hide. I will leave treats near their hiding space and sometimes play with toys near the hiding spot for a few minutes to associate myself with positive activities. Most importantly, I will never try to force a cat to come out of their hiding spot! I’ve found that letting cats go at their own pace often helps with building trust in a new relationship.
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Kayla is experienced with 1 type of medications
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Cathleen
May 16, 2026
Kayla did an amazing job watching my baby girl. She scheduled a meeting prior to us leaving to go over everything, sent full updates with photos, was timely on visits, and my kitty was clearly pleased with her petting :) Would highly recommend.
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Dana
November 3, 2025
Kayla was absolutely amazing! my cat was super happy in all the photo and video updates. the meet and greet she does before the visits is great. she was writing down notes and asking questions. I will definitely be reaching out to Kayla when I need a sitter in the future.
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Thank you so much! I loved watching sweet Binx and I hope to watch him again ❤️
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Jenna
April 9, 2026
Kayla is absolutely wonderful! She took excellent care of my kitties not only making sure that they were fed but also making sure that two anxious cats they were happy and comfortable. It is so clear that she loves cats and loves spending time with them. And my cats loved spending time with her! She is also super communicative and helpful. I would highly recommend her to anyone who needs a cat sitter.
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Mariel
March 19, 2026
Kayla was amazing with my two (very grumpy) cats! I came home to well fed and played with cats! I appreciated her communication and updates! she took the extra time to understand my cats’ personalities and needs and interact with them!
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Thurgood
November 10, 2025
I cannot recommend Kayla highly enough! This was my first time ever using a cat sitter, and I was naturally a little anxious about leaving my cat, Charlotte. However, Kayla made the entire experience incredibly great and easy from start to finish. She was professional, communicated wonderfully, and clearly took excellent care of Charlotte. I appreciated the updates and photos, which gave me such peace of mind. Coming home to a happy, calm cat confirmed she was in the best hands. If you are looking for someone reliable and genuinely caring to look after your friendly furry family, look no further than Kayla. I will definitely be booking her again!
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Becky
March 30, 2025
Kayla was a great caretaker for my cat while I was away! She asked me important safety questions during the consultation I didn’t think of, which made me feel like I was leaving my cat in safe hands. Her updates were detailed and included lots of pictures. I recommend booking with Kayla!
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Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Kayla'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
Kayla's holiday surcharge is 30%.
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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.
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
Cathleen
May 16, 2026
Kayla did an amazing job watching my baby girl. She scheduled a meeting prior to us leaving to go over everything, sent full updates with photos, was timely on visits, and my kitty was clearly pleased with her petting :) Would highly recommend.
Dana
November 3, 2025
Kayla was absolutely amazing! my cat was super happy in all the photo and video updates. the meet and greet she does before the visits is great. she was writing down notes and asking questions. I will definitely be reaching out to Kayla when I need a sitter in the future.
Response from Kayla
Thank you so much! I loved watching sweet Binx and I hope to watch him again ❤️
Jenna
April 9, 2026
Kayla is absolutely wonderful! She took excellent care of my kitties not only making sure that they were fed but also making sure that two anxious cats they were happy and comfortable. It is so clear that she loves cats and loves spending time with them. And my cats loved spending time with her! She is also super communicative and helpful. I would highly recommend her to anyone who needs a cat sitter.
Mariel
March 19, 2026
Kayla was amazing with my two (very grumpy) cats! I came home to well fed and played with cats! I appreciated her communication and updates! she took the extra time to understand my cats’ personalities and needs and interact with them!
Thurgood
November 10, 2025
I cannot recommend Kayla highly enough! This was my first time ever using a cat sitter, and I was naturally a little anxious about leaving my cat, Charlotte. However, Kayla made the entire experience incredibly great and easy from start to finish. She was professional, communicated wonderfully, and clearly took excellent care of Charlotte. I appreciated the updates and photos, which gave me such peace of mind. Coming home to a happy, calm cat confirmed she was in the best hands. If you are looking for someone reliable and genuinely caring to look after your friendly furry family, look no further than Kayla. I will definitely be booking her again!
Becky
March 30, 2025
Kayla was a great caretaker for my cat while I was away! She asked me important safety questions during the consultation I didn’t think of, which made me feel like I was leaving my cat in safe hands. Her updates were detailed and included lots of pictures. I recommend booking with Kayla!
Jordan
September 1, 2023
Kayla was awesome with my two boys. They have very distinct personalities, and based on thr pics, Kayla did well with both. Kept me informed. Would hire again!
Genevieve
April 28, 2026
Kayla was wonderful—communicative, friendly, great with the cats, and sent lots of wonderful pictures!
Genevieve
August 9, 2026
Kayla is always wonderful with our boys! The videos she sends make it clear how much they love playing with her 😸
Ashton
June 30, 2026
Areeba
May 22, 2026
Lucy
May 19, 2026
Lauren
May 3, 2026
Lauren
April 12, 2026
Merrick
April 4, 2026
Kayla was a great sitter. My cats were in good hands.
Erin
September 3, 2025
Mariel
September 1, 2025
Lauren
August 11, 2025
Thea
June 11, 2025
Samantha
May 29, 2025
Kayla took great care of our two cats over the holiday weekend! Would definitely recommend her to other cat parents for future visits :)
Response from Kayla
Thank you so much! I loved watching your kitties!
Olivia
May 27, 2025
Areeba
May 20, 2025
Lauren
December 8, 2024
Erin
December 3, 2024
Emma
March 1, 2024
Megan
February 16, 2024
Emma
February 13, 2024
Kayla was a great sitter for our cats. She was attentive to our care details and took care of everything. Our cats took a liking to her, we’re looking forward to her next cat sit.
Briana
November 24, 2023
Justin
June 9, 2023
Kayla was amazing! She took great care of our cats while we were away!
Meowtel
January 26, 2023
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