I'm Lizzy
Lizzy's Kitty Care Lakeview
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Lizzy is experienced with 3 types of medications
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I'm Lizzy
Cat Sitting in Chicago, IL
From the time I could walk and talk as a child, my house was always full of cats, dogs, birds, and other pets. My mom was a wildlife rehabilitator and raised me as an animal lover to the core. As a result, I've always had a deep sense of comfortability and joy around animals!
That being said, there is a special place in my heart reserved for cats. They can have such a range of personalities and their love is so rewarding! My approach to new kitties is always sensitive towards their body language and communication, and I embrace building a relationship with them over time. Throughout my years of cat sitting I've taken care of young kitties with boundless energy, senior kitties with accessibility needs, shy kitties that need patience (and oftentimes sniffs), and very social kitties who, well, lay it all out for ya... Hi there, my name is Lizzy!
From the time I could walk and talk as a child, my house was always full of cats, dogs, birds, and other pets. My mom was a wildlife rehabilitator and raised me as an animal lover to the core. As a result, I've always had a deep sense of comfortability and joy around animals!
That being said, there is a special place in my heart reserved for cats. They can have such a range of personalities and their love is so rewarding! My approach to new kitties is always sensitive towards their body language and communication, and I embrace building a relationship with them over time. Throughout my years of cat sitting I've taken care of young kitties with boundless energy, senior kitties with accessibility needs, shy kitties that need patience (and oftentimes sniffs), and very social kitties who, well, lay it all out for ya.
I currently have two incredibly friendly orange tabbies that are 13 years old! I’ve been solely responsible for taking care of them since I was a teenager, and they are my babies. I understand what it’s like to love your pet with every fiber of your being, and I wish I could have these two forever. My love for my own kitties sets the foundation for the care I take with my clients and their cats.
I’m very familiar with issues like cleaning up kitty barf, making sure cats cannot reach potentially harmful objects that they might like to eat/chew on (mine each have unique habits of their own), administering medication for animals in recovery or with health conditions, sweeping up tracked litter, sensing if there has been spraying, whatever it is - you name it.
I am local to Lakeview (Lakeview East, Boystown, Wrigleyville) and I can easily service Roscoe Village, Irving Park, Lincoln Park, Buena Park, Uptown, Ravenswood, Lincoln Square, Edgewater, and Andersonville neighborhoods. I am happy to service downtown Chicago as well!
When I’m not cuddling with my cats, I can often be found playing flute, teaching music lessons, crocheting, or playing video games!
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What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
I've been a certified sitter on Meowtel since 2020, and through that experience I've looked after both young cats and senior cats, and kitties that need medication! Prior to Meowtel I was a regular pet sitter (cats, dogs, and birds) for friends and family members. I've been looking after animals since I was old enough to!
What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
Cats are my favorite animals to spend time with. I love to make new kitty friends!
Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?
One of the most rewarding moments that sticks with me was when I was cat sitting a very shy kitty named Bob. During my meet & greet and first couple of visits with Bob, he shied away and did not want to be followed, so I gave him space. On the third visit while I was cleaning his litter box, I turned around to see him sniffing me. After that moment, his demeanor completely changed! He became so sweet, playful, and excited when I came to visit him. He was such a sweetheart, and he just needed time to come out of his shell on his own terms. Scent is so important to animals and can really help bridge the gap for apprehensive kitties.
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have two 12-year-old orange tabbies named Alex and Rafa! They were born in separate litters two days apart, but have been together since I adopted them at two months old. They are bonded brothers, and their love for one another is so precious to me. They clean each other, they cuddle, and they sometimes tussle as brothers do. When I was a child, I always wanted a cat of my own, and my mom said I was not old enough - until one day, when I was 14 and starting high school, she spent several hours sitting with eight kittens at the shelter and came home with these two! They have been with me for nearly half of my life, through every new chapter, every hardship, and every new place I've moved to has only felt like home with them in it.
What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?
We will schedule a meet & greet to go over everything your cat will need while you are away! I will take notes on everything and clarify any questions I may have. If you have any other specifications for home care such as plant care, checking the mail, or taking the trash out, I am happy to help.
How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?
I always double-check that the door is locked behind me! During the meet and greet we will also talk about any guidelines you have regarding certain doors to keep closed or if there are certain things to keep your kitty from getting into.
What is your favorite cat toy?
I love using the toys that each cat likes the most! The most rewarding playtime is when a cat is enjoying it, and each cat has their own tastes. My cats love the catnip-filled mice and when they get to chase a string of yarn!
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
There is no single formula that will win over each kitty. If a cat is apprehensive, I will only approach slowly and low to the ground, and if their body language suggests it is okay, I give them an opportunity to smell me with my hand facing downwards in a way that is not imposing. Sometimes it can take many encounters for a cat to build trust, and it can be counterproductive to push too far while you are earning their trust. I will also always refer to the owner for the best ways to approach their timid or anxious cat, including their favorite habits, toys, or treats.
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Lizzy is experienced with 3 types of medications
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Hayley
This month
Lizzy was a great communicator, giving us multiple updates and pictures for each visit. She was thorough in our medication instructions and made our anxious girls feel at ease with her care and play. We’ll work with her again!
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Eric
February 26, 2026
Lizzy was an amazing cat sitter! She had great updates even for my very shy cat and was exceptionally helpful during a difficult travel situation I found myself in! Will be looking forward to booking again. 😸😸😸
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Joe
February 16, 2026
Lizzy did a great job taking care of my cat, sending detailed messages, photos, and videos with each visit. I highly recommend working with her.
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Becky
This week
Lizzy was so communicative and thorough with her updates! She made sure to update me on any concerns I’d previously mentioned and kept our boys well loved and cared for. I LOVED working with Lizzy and will absolutely hire her again for any upcoming trips.
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Kristin
June 7, 2025
It didn't take long after meeting Lizzy to know that my sweet baby Romeo was in good hands. This was my first time booking a cat sitter ever, since I am a new cat mom. Lizzy gave me so much peace of mind and I could tell Romeo loved her! In our initial meeting Lizzy asked a lot of great questions about Romeo and set clear expectations. She also must be a cat whisperer, because Romeo was asking for belly rubs and purring within a few minutes of meeting her. While I was out Lizzy gave thoughtful and detailed messages. I could see Romeo's happiness though every pic and video. Lizzy fed Romeo and cleaned his litterbox exactly as I would have! She also helped take care of a few things around the house like vacuuming and fixing Romeo's cat bed! Lizzy is a rockstar! I would absolutely book her again! She was flexible, empathetic, and has to be one of Romeo's new best friends!
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Jacob
August 19, 2025
Lizzy did an amazing job watching my cat, Milo! She’s very detail-oriented with her check-ins and kept me updated with tons of photos, which gave me a lot of peace of mind while I was away. Milo can be shy at first, but Lizzy was patient with him, and he quickly warmed up to her. By the end, he really liked her! I couldn’t have asked for a better sitter and will definitely be booking her again.
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Drop in visits rates
Lizzy'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
Lizzy's holiday surcharge is 20%.
Drop in visits rates
Lizzy'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
Lizzy's holiday surcharge is 30%.
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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 $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
Hayley
This month
Lizzy was a great communicator, giving us multiple updates and pictures for each visit. She was thorough in our medication instructions and made our anxious girls feel at ease with her care and play. We’ll work with her again!
Eric
February 26, 2026
Lizzy was an amazing cat sitter! She had great updates even for my very shy cat and was exceptionally helpful during a difficult travel situation I found myself in! Will be looking forward to booking again. 😸😸😸
Joe
February 16, 2026
Lizzy did a great job taking care of my cat, sending detailed messages, photos, and videos with each visit. I highly recommend working with her.
Becky
This week
Lizzy was so communicative and thorough with her updates! She made sure to update me on any concerns I’d previously mentioned and kept our boys well loved and cared for. I LOVED working with Lizzy and will absolutely hire her again for any upcoming trips.
Kristin
June 7, 2025
It didn't take long after meeting Lizzy to know that my sweet baby Romeo was in good hands. This was my first time booking a cat sitter ever, since I am a new cat mom. Lizzy gave me so much peace of mind and I could tell Romeo loved her! In our initial meeting Lizzy asked a lot of great questions about Romeo and set clear expectations. She also must be a cat whisperer, because Romeo was asking for belly rubs and purring within a few minutes of meeting her. While I was out Lizzy gave thoughtful and detailed messages. I could see Romeo's happiness though every pic and video. Lizzy fed Romeo and cleaned his litterbox exactly as I would have! She also helped take care of a few things around the house like vacuuming and fixing Romeo's cat bed! Lizzy is a rockstar! I would absolutely book her again! She was flexible, empathetic, and has to be one of Romeo's new best friends!
Jacob
August 19, 2025
Lizzy did an amazing job watching my cat, Milo! She’s very detail-oriented with her check-ins and kept me updated with tons of photos, which gave me a lot of peace of mind while I was away. Milo can be shy at first, but Lizzy was patient with him, and he quickly warmed up to her. By the end, he really liked her! I couldn’t have asked for a better sitter and will definitely be booking her again.
Sabira
August 18, 2025
Lizzy was amazing. My kitties loved her. She was patient with one of my very shy cats. She was good about sending me pictures and updates daily while I was away. She fed, played and cleaned up after the kitties. I know they will love having her back when I travel again in a few months.
Ellie
August 10, 2025
Lizzy is attentive and always sends great updates with pictures. Our cat loves her, making travel extra smooth for us!
Emily
July 4, 2025
Lizzy was so great with my cat - This is the second time she has watched her and I am so happy with the care provided :) Lizzy is super attentive, sent photos and updates, and took great care of my cat!
Susan
April 27, 2025
Lizzy is incredibly friendly, attentive, and took the time to understand our cat’s unique needs. This was our first trip away, and Lizzy put us at ease with detailed updates, photos & videos. We're grateful for her care and will definitely be using her services again. Lizzy has our highest recommendation!
Response from Lizzy
Thanks so much, Susan!! I'm so glad to have met you, Brian, and Vito!
Jackson
April 16, 2025
Lizzy is my cats’ favorite caretaker - she goes above and beyond to make sure they have their needs met and get plenty of playtime when I’m out of town. She always communicates and sends us plenty of photos and videos, so I always have peace of mind 😸😸😸
Rodrigo
November 1, 2024
I would definitely recommend Lizzy to take care of your little ones. My cat is rather shy but she knew how to approach him, she was very pacient and sweet with my cat. Lizzy also provided pictures and a wide description of how my cat behaved with her. He loved her!
Emily
September 19, 2024
Lizzy was so great with my cat! She took perfect care of her, sent pictures and updates, and was very communicative. Highly reccomend :)
Bruce
July 28, 2025
Lizzy was a fantastic sitter and really put our minds at ease. We were scrambling, trying to make alternate arrangements because our sitter canceled a week before our departure. Thankfully, Lizzy was able to take on a new client with about five days of lead time and save our vacation plans. The detailed daily updates were a delight and it was clear that our kitties enjoyed their time under her care.
Cynfor
September 24, 2025
Lizzy was punctual, professional, and prepared for all visits and was always good about sending updates and pictures after each visit! Would recommend her to anyone.
Martha
July 14, 2024
Lizzy did an amazing job with my cats. She alerted me when she thought one of them may have been sick, sent a lot of great updates, played with them and even watered my plants. 100% would recommend.
Bekki
December 17, 2020
Lizzy was attentive and caring in all her visits. She did a wonderful job with my cats, one of which is on 2 meds. She went above and beyond to help me get one of the meds refilled at the vet! I definitely will reserve Lizzy again in the future!
Jackson
August 6, 2024
Lizzy took great care of my two cats. She did everything we asked of her and sent photos and videos after every visit 😸 Couldn’t recommend her enough!
Response from Lizzy
Thank you, Jackson! It was a pleasure to care for Dan and Rigby!
Anne
July 31, 2024
Making the reservation was easy and quick. Great communication all around. Andthe meet and greet was great also. An excellent chance to see how our cats react and respond to Lizzy. We all loved her ftom the start! And Lizzy had some excellent questions and took many notes. We felt very comfortable and secure leaving our kitties with Lizzy in charge. We'll definitely call on Lizzy again- she's an awesome cat person! ( She even trimmed some claws for us!) Thank you!
Response from Lizzy
Thanks so much for your kind feedback, Anne! I so enjoyed taking care of Loki and Lilah and hope to see them again!
Brantly
July 18, 2024
Lizzy did such a great job watching after my cat Rico! Lizzy always provided photos and updates each time she stopped by to see him. Overall, Lizzy went above and beyond to take great care of Rico. I was so glad to know he was in great hands. I will definitely book Lizzy again.
Bekki
February 11, 2021
I used Lizzy for a second time and am so pleased! The kitties seem happy and took all their meds with out an issue.
Emilee
July 13, 2024
Lizzy was very sweet, detail-oriented, and responsive. She made sure I knew when she was heading over & what she did for the cats. I could tell she was very experienced with cat sitting! I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and safe catsitter.
Tina
May 21, 2024
Kind care to my friendly cats and left cat area neat and tidy. Sent updates and asked pertinent questions. Great to have another floutist cat person.
Adam
April 30, 2024
Lizzy was fantastic! Our cat warmed up to her right away. She sent lots of updates and pictures. We were happy knowing she was taking good care of our boy. Highly recommended!
Cayden
May 29, 2021
Lizzy did an amazing job caring for my cats, and went above and beyond to provide updates throughout the time I was gone. I highly recommend booking Lizzy to look after your cats!
Danielle
August 25, 2025
Lizzy was great! She followed instructions for my sometimes moody cat and everything went very well! Highly recommend her!
Connor
August 8, 2025
Lizzy did an awesome job! My cat loved her, she was responsible and took great care of the little guy. Her updates were detailed and really helped keep my mind at ease while I was away.
Nellie
May 21, 2025
Lizzy was absolutely wonderful! My kitty had such a good time with her and I will definitely be booking again!
Response from Lizzy
Thank you so much Nellie!! Give Soji some extra love from me! 🥰
Ellie
December 15, 2025
Lizzy is always extremely communicative and attentive to our cat’s mood - also sends the best pics and videos!
Michele
December 16, 2024
As always, Lizzy takes such good care of Zoey and sends great pictures and updates.
Response from Lizzy
thank you Michele, it's always a joy to see Zoey!😺🐈⬛
Abigail
May 22, 2024
Lizzy was very thorough with her care of our cat, and provided great updates! Would definitely recommend her.
Sara
April 25, 2024
Lizzy is a loving and responsible cat sitter. She communicates well and I know my little fur baby is in good hands.
David
January 7, 2022
Elizabeth was great with our cat & we recommend her to anyone else in the area!
Melody
This month
Eric
July 27, 2026
Melody
April 26, 2026
Gage
April 7, 2026
Jennifer
March 14, 2026
Ellie
February 20, 2026
Joe
February 17, 2026
Ellie
February 7, 2026
Melody
January 6, 2026
Jackson
October 29, 2025
Mike
October 27, 2025
Lizzy was great and very communicative. Inwpkld definitely recommend her to anyone needing cat sitting in the area.
Katelyn
September 28, 2025
thank you for watching my Jazz and Fabio!
Gage
September 28, 2025
Jacob
September 27, 2025
Sara
September 22, 2025
Lyn
September 11, 2025
Jackson
August 29, 2025
Piero
August 23, 2025
Piero
August 9, 2025
Shannon
August 6, 2025
Brantly
July 14, 2025
Lyn
June 4, 2025
Michele
April 17, 2025
Jackson
October 21, 2024
Michele
September 28, 2024
Jeffrey
August 26, 2024
Amy
August 13, 2024
Sara
July 18, 2024
Emily
July 3, 2024
Vanessa
May 23, 2024
Michele
May 14, 2024
Sara
May 1, 2024
Elizabeth
April 27, 2024
Lizzy did an amazing job. And went above and beyond. I am very grateful.
Meowtel
April 2, 2024
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