I'm Natalie

Natalie's Chicago Cat Sitting Nook

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141 Reviews
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58 Repeat clients
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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

Natalie is experienced with 3 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

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Natalie's Chicago Cat Sitting Nook

I'm Natalie

Cat Sitting in Chicago, IL

I have lived with and loved cats for many many years. Growing up with cats taught me not only about cats' different temperaments, but also how to keep a cat happy and healthy. I adopted my own fur babies about 5 years ago and have gotten to now learn what it means to be a cat mom to the fullest!

Currently in the South Loop, I primarily service neighborhoods such as: South Loop, Downtown, West Loop, Chinatown and Bridgeport/Armor Square. I usually keep my travel time to clients to about 30 minutes each way...
I have lived with and loved cats for many many years. Growing up with cats taught me not only about cats' different temperaments, but also how to keep a cat happy and healthy. I adopted my own fur babies about 5 years ago and have gotten to now learn what it means to be a cat mom to the fullest!

Currently in the South Loop, I primarily service neighborhoods such as: South Loop, Downtown, West Loop, Chinatown and Bridgeport/Armor Square. I usually keep my travel time to clients to about 30 minutes each way. If you're unsure if you're too far away, feel free to send me a message with your zip code and/or cross streets near you.

I know that when you're away, you want to rest assured knowing that your beloved cat (or cats) are being well taken care of. I know that I'll be able to make you feel confident and happy with who is watching over your cat(s), whether it's for a day, a week, or more!

*Note: if you see a day/days that are fully booked and closed on my calendar that you’re needing a sitter, please feel free to reach out and message me! I can oftentimes make it work, if needed. Thank you for considering me to take care of your kitties!

Learn More About Natalie

What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?

I’ve been cat sitting for 4+ years now and truly love it! There was a time when I’d say cat sitting was pretty much my full time job. And while it’s not currently my full time job, I have been lucky enough to work a job that allows me to be flexible and continue to easily fit cat sitting into my schedule. I feel as if I have seen and worked with an extremely wide range of cats and cat owners alike in these past 4+ years of doing this and I feel confident in my abilities to take care of whatever needs your kitty or kitties may have!

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

There are literally so many things I love about cat sitting-it’s hard to pick just one. I would say that one thing I really, really enjoy is getting to know each cats’ unique personality! Especially when I sit for a kitty repeatedly or for a longer stretch of time, I love when a cat feels comfortable enough around me to come out of their shell-or not if they’re more of an introvert/shy kitty! Not one of my kitty clients are alike, and I love getting to know each and everyone of them🙂

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

Yes! I have three kitties who I love so much 😍 Jax, basically a mini black panther who is almost 6; Skye, our spicy tuxedo who is about 4; and our newest addition - Poppyseed (Poppy for short), who is going to be 2 in 2026!

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

I feel as if I connect well with shyer cats for one reason or another as I tend to win them over quicker than expected. I approach more shy or anxious kitties keeping in mind that I’m a stranger in their home, their parents are gone and their routine is all out of whack. I don’t blame them for being a bit nervous or timid! I’m always sure to ask cat parents at the meet and greet any tips or tricks to winning over their shyer cat(s), and at the visits I employ those tips/tricks as well as stay calm and quiet myself-reassuring the kitty that I’m there to make sure their needs are taken care of, and happy to play with them or give them pets at their own pace…or give them their space if that’s ultimately what they’re needing during our visit(s).


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

Skills:

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Annie

Annie

October 29, 2025

Natalie was amazing! I highly recommend her:) She sent the most adorable pictures and videos of our kitty everyday and gave very thoughtful notes detailing her visits. We will definitely reserve her our next trip:)

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Anne-Marie

Anne-Marie

August 10, 2025

Natalie is my favorite cat sitter! I have 3 cats with 3 very different personalities. Natalie took great care to get to know them and treat them as the individuals they are and she was thus able to be accepted and make friends. Her texts to me were timely, detailed, really well-written (!), and often quite funny. And she always included a bunch of photos that let me know that my kiddos were just fine. I will definitely call on Natalie again, the next time I need a sitter.

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Anna

Anna

July 4, 2025

Natalie exceeded all of our expectations! She was incredibly attentive and thoughtful throughout the entire time we were away. We absolutely loved receiving her detailed updates after each visit—they gave us so much peace of mind. She took wonderful care of our little guy, and even though he can be shy, it was clear from her messages (and the photos!) that he truly adored her. Natalie made sure to stick to his routines and treated him with such care and patience. We couldn’t be happier and can’t recommend her highly enough!

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Peyton

Peyton

October 5, 2025

Natalie was thoughtful and considerate. I was very nervous but her professionalism and care made it all much better. She sent such a thorough in her write up and many pictures that I loved getting as well.

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Alyssa

Alyssa

June 23, 2025

Natalie did an incredible job with my cats! I am very Type A and Natalie followed all my instructions perfectly and took wonderful care of them! She also sent me thorough updates with lots of pictures which I loved! 10/10 recommend Natalie!

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Kenzie

Kenzie

August 25, 2025

Natalie was amazing with out cat Rona while we were on vacation for a week. She was super communicative, sent us detailed updates and so many pictures! Rona was so happy and loved all week. I highly suggest booking with Natalie to keep your cat loved and looked after. I know we will be booking Natalie again in the future!

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$35.00 / 20min
$53.00 / 45min
$73.00 / 60min
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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 $28.00. 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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141 reviews
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Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)