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I'm Amelia

Name: Loving Care From Your Local Cat Pal
Address: Chicago, IL, 60640, US
Rating: 5.00

Loving Care From Your Local Cat Pal

5.00

14 Reviews

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3 Repeat clients

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I'm Amelia

Loving Care From Your Local Cat Pal

Chicago, IL

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

Amelia is experienced with 3 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

You aren't charged until Amelia confirms your request. Cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the reservation begins for a 100% refund.

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I'm Amelia

Cat Sitting in Chicago, IL

Hi there! I’m your local cat pal and a lifelong cat lover, I’ve shared my home with kitties since birth. I currently have two cats, an eight-year-old who runs the household with very strong opinions, and a playful one-year-old kitten who keeps life lively. Living with both has taught me how to respect every cat’s personality and boundaries, read body language, and adjust to their comfort level.

I tr... Hi there! I’m your local cat pal and a lifelong cat lover, I’ve shared my home with kitties since birth. I currently have two cats, an eight-year-old who runs the household with very strong opinions, and a playful one-year-old kitten who keeps life lively. Living with both has taught me how to respect every cat’s personality and boundaries, read body language, and adjust to their comfort level.

I treat every cat I care for like family, with patience, love, and plenty of gentle attention. I’m experienced with giving medications, including liquid heart meds, allergy meds (liquid and pill), anxiety meds (pill), and topical eye ointments.

Whether your kitty loves playtime, snuggles, or just observing from a safe distance, I’ll make sure they feel safe, loved, and happily spoiled while you’re away!

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Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I currently have two kitties as members of my family, an eight-year-old black cat named Bruce, and a one-year-old orange kitten named Rio. Bruce is anxious with strangers but a cuddly lap cat with me and his other parent. He has struggled with allergies his whole life, and was recently diagnosed with heart disease. He is a sensitive boy that requires lots of attention, but the love he gives makes it so very worth it. I adopted Rio a little over a year ago, and he has been a lively and cheeky addition to the household. He always wants to play, and he wants attention from everyone.

Are you usually available during holidays?

I am typically available during holidays and all weekends. I generally have a flexible schedule that can work with your needs.

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

I have a lot of experience with anxious cats. One of my own cats, Bruce, experiences a lot of anxiety with visitors and going to the vet. What I’ve learned from him as well as other anxious cats I’ve looked after, is that every cat has different comfort levels, and they will usually communicate that to you pretty strongly! To gain an anxious cat’s trust, I like to make sure I’m not a noisy or scary intrusion in their space. I will sit quietly and low to the ground, and let them acclimate to my presence. Ultimately, I let the cat tell me what they’re comfortable with, and come to me when they’re ready. This is their home, so I always want to respect that.

Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

I'm Amelia

Loving Care From Your Local Cat Pal

Chicago, IL

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

Amelia is experienced with 3 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

You aren't charged until Amelia confirms your request. Cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the reservation begins for a 100% refund.

Check if Amelia services your area

Good news! Amelia covers your area.

Unfortunately, Amelia does not cover your area right meow.

5.00

14 reviews

5.0

Attention to Detail

5.0

Communication

5.0

Tidiness

Katy

May 2, 2026

Amelia was by far the best cat sitter we could’ve hoped for. She put in the time, care, and effort to earn the trust of our very shy little cat and within days had become her best friend. Amelia sent multiple cute photos while we were away and provided daily updates so we were able to relax knowing our cat was safe and happy with her. She demonstrated excellent communication, plus so much empathy and patience with a timid cat not used to strangers. Overall a wonderful world class cat lady 😻

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long

Niharika

February 17, 2026

Amelia has been an absolute angel — my babies adore her. She is always punctual, wonderfully gentle with cats, and incredibly polite; truly a beautiful human being. Everything was perfect. A special bonus: she sends photos of your little ones while you’re away, and it honestly feels like a blessing.

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Samantha

March 26, 2026

Amelia is fantastic! she has worked so hard to gain the trust of my sweet, shy cat and has managed to lure her out from under the bed for treats and pets on several occasions, a massive accomplishment! so grateful for her attentive care of my beloved cat!

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Maegan

January 7, 2026

Amelia was wonderful with my anxious older cat while I was away on an extended vacation. She shared detailed check-ins and photos, and won my little guy over.

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Kelly

March 21, 2026

Amelia was fabulous with my cats! She is a cat-whisperer! My female, who only likes two people, was won over by Amelia. Amelia is also very conscious and patient with all the requirements of my high-maintenance cats especially with their medicines.

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Sofia

June 26, 2026

Amelia was absolutely wonderful, and I can’t recommend her highly enough! From the moment I left, I felt completely at ease knowing my babies were in such caring and capable hands. She provided thoughtful updates and plenty of photos throughout my trip, which gave me so much peace of mind and made it easy to enjoy my time away. Her attention to detail and genuine care for Kiki and Pepper and my home did not go unnoticed. Most importantly, it was obvious how much she cared about them. They were happy, relaxed, and clearly enjoyed spending time with her. I would book Amelia again in a heartbeat and fully intend to do so. I feel incredibly lucky to have found her. ❤️

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Response from Amelia

Thank you, Sofia! This makes me so happy to hear. You made it such a comfortable stay and Kiki and Pepper are the SWEETEST girls, I miss them already 🥹🩷

Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$28.00 / 20min

$38.00 / 45min

$48.00 / 60min

Overnight stay rate

$68.00 / Overnight

Amelia's is 5%

Overnight Availability

Amelia's Holiday Surcharge Applies

Drop in visits rates

$28.00 / 20min

$40.00 / 45min

$50.00 / 60min

Overnight stay rate

$75.00 / Overnight

Amelia's is 5%

Overnight Availability

Amelia's Holiday Surcharge Applies

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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!

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