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I'm Nicholle
Cat Sitting in Chicago, IL
In my spare time, I foster kittens, mostly taking on the neonatal "bottle babies" that require feeding throughout the night. In a typical year, I may foster 20-30 animals, and I work with several rescues to focus on their most critical (and youngest!) population. My Meowtel income helps fund this rewarding yet expensive foster hobby... I'm your friendly tattooed cat sitter with over 18 years’ experience! I have worked in the pet care industry since 2007 and feel that I have a good understanding of what pet parents want. I have 12 years of experience doing in-home pet sitting across different apps. Additionally, I have experience in vet care, including vet assisting, administering medications, post-surgery recovery, and I am CPR and First Aid certified. Administering medications (including insulin), subcutaneous fluids, or time sensitive doses is no problem for me. I've worked with canines and felines of all life stages, as well as rodents, reptiles, and birds.
In my spare time, I foster kittens, mostly taking on the neonatal "bottle babies" that require feeding throughout the night. In a typical year, I may foster 20-30 animals, and I work with several rescues to focus on their most critical (and youngest!) population. My Meowtel income helps fund this rewarding yet expensive foster hobby. I own five cats, acquired through my years working in rescue, whom I love very much.
During my sit I work to keep your pet comfortable and active through regular exercise and play, and lots of snuggling. If you have a shy cat, I am happy to just sit and talk or read to them calmly to attempt to build trust. I believe there is no such thing as being too safe and I am a bit compulsive about checking and rechecking keys and locked doors. When I care for your pet, I adhere strictly to all feeding instructions and do not give additional treats or human food without permission. I strive to keep my clients’ homes clean and have adopted a "leave no trace" policy for my pet sits so that you can arrive home with one less thing to worry about. Earning my clients’ trust means a lot to me, and I will go out of my way to deliver the best experience possible.
Outside of pet care and fostering I enjoy video games, reading books, and going to concerts. I am a big fan of the game Stray in which you get to be a stray cat navigating a city. I love to dye my hair fun colors and am very easy to spot in a crowd.
I would love the opportunity to meet you and your pet, and look forward to making new furry friends soon!
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What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
I have been cat sitting professionally for 17 years. I have cared for cats of various ages, breeds, and temperaments with varying medical needs. I also hand rear orphaned kittens in my spare time, which has given me an even greater knowledge of cat care. I have also worked in veterinary settings to learn about feline health and behavior, and helped to create behavior modification plans for adoptable pets.
What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
I enjoy bonding with a cat and being the beacon of comfort when their human is away. Getting to know a shy cat and building trust with them is one of the greatest feelings in the world! Happy cats = happy cat parents, and that makes me happy too!
Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?
I have a regular client who has been with me through the lives of three different cats. I started out sitting for them in 2017. After their senior cat passed, they kept me in mind for when they adopted a new cat and needed care for him. They recently adopted a kitten as well, and it has been amazing to watch their little family grow and to know that they trust me to care for all of their kitties.
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have five kitties: Ghoast, Spyrit, Nyx, Sol, and Noodle. All of my kitties were adopted as "foster failures" through the various rescues that I work with. Nyx and Noodle are kittens from two different litters that I hand raised after they were brought in to the pound without a mother.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?
Ask a lot of questions and leave as many notes as you want! We sitters are ALWAYS happy to talk to you about cats and excited to tell you about our experience. Never feel bad about leaving detailed notes as that helps us to stay in your routine as close as possible, which makes things easier for kitty.
What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?
I like to answer questions about availability through the app and go over finer details during the meet and greet. If a client does not have time for a meet and greet, I am happy to go over notes on the phone. If I am not able to visit a home before the sit starts, I ask the client to send me pictures of where the key items (litter box, food, etc) are located so that I have a feel for things.
How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?
I double and triple check keys before entering and exiting the house, and treat every cat as though they are an escape artist. I always check around the door before entering and exiting, and do not leave the door open for any period of time.
Are you usually available during holidays?
Yes! Holidays are when sitters are needed most, so I try to make myself available to as many pet parents as I can.
What is your favorite cat toy?
My cats and I love a toy called Da Bird and they will chase it until we are ALL tired.
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
If a cat is timid I try to spend my visit talking calmly to them and giving them lots of praise. I would never attempt to pet a cat who is not interested, but may offer my hand to the cat to sniff if they look open to the idea. Sometimes, just sitting and talking to the cat during visits is enough to get them curious about meeting me. The comfort of kitty is key, and I try to focus on consent when it comes to interactions.
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Nicholle is experienced with 6 types of medications
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Maeve
December 29, 2025
Nicholle was phenomenal! She was diligent and timely with each of her visits. I have a very bashful cat and she was able to get him out of his shell and socializing with her. Nicholle is detail-oriented and provides excellent service. Her updates were wonderful and made me feel very good leaving the boys in her care!
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Thank you so much Maeve! I had a wonderful time getting to know the kitties! 😻
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Sarah
June 29, 2025
Nikki was fantastic! Very communicative, thorough, and engaging with my boys. The best part is that my long haired cat was the best 'kept' he's ever been after a long vacation, she brushed him regularly and it showed!
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Elise
March 18, 2026
Nicholle is absolutely wonderful and Fred LOVES her! She has sat for us twice and her daily reports and pictures are fun but very thorough! You know without hesitation that your animal is being very well cared for. I relax completely knowing Nicholle is in charge of Fred’s care. I highly recommend her!!
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Mia
This month
Nicholle was so wonderful to work with from start to finish! She was caring and attentive for our kitty cat. We felt so comforted knowing she was checking in on him everyday while we were out of town. And got some adorable pictures of him that are now going in his permanent collection! I could tell Mozart was so happy to have her there and we will definitely be booking with Nicholle again. Thank you!
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Brooke
January 5, 2026
I could not say better things about Nicholle. She was great with both cats, and even our very shy cat warmed up and came out after she had watched them a few days. Nicholle was quick to message, send lovely updates and pictures of the cats. Would definitely book with her again.
Read moreResponse from Nicholle
Thanks Brooke! It was lovely getting to know Marmalade and to (slowly) earn Autumn's trust! 😺❤️
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Juan
January 3, 2026
Nicholle was a great sitter! It was my first time getting a sitter for my two kittens and I felt so comfortable leaving them in great hands. Nicholle's updates made my day and she's very mindful of how the kittens are doing (eating, litter, demeanor). Highly recommend!
Read moreResponse from Nicholle
Thank you Juan! I am so glad I was able to make your first experience with a pet sitter a positive one. Please give the kitties some love and treats from me!
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Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Nicholle'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
Nicholle's holiday surcharge is 20%.
Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Nicholle'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
Nicholle's holiday surcharge is 20%.
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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!
Rating breakdown
Maeve
December 29, 2025
Nicholle was phenomenal! She was diligent and timely with each of her visits. I have a very bashful cat and she was able to get him out of his shell and socializing with her. Nicholle is detail-oriented and provides excellent service. Her updates were wonderful and made me feel very good leaving the boys in her care!
Response from Nicholle
Thank you so much Maeve! I had a wonderful time getting to know the kitties! 😻
Sarah
June 29, 2025
Nikki was fantastic! Very communicative, thorough, and engaging with my boys. The best part is that my long haired cat was the best 'kept' he's ever been after a long vacation, she brushed him regularly and it showed!
Elise
March 18, 2026
Nicholle is absolutely wonderful and Fred LOVES her! She has sat for us twice and her daily reports and pictures are fun but very thorough! You know without hesitation that your animal is being very well cared for. I relax completely knowing Nicholle is in charge of Fred’s care. I highly recommend her!!
Response from Nicholle
Thank you so much Elise! ❤️
Mia
This month
Nicholle was so wonderful to work with from start to finish! She was caring and attentive for our kitty cat. We felt so comforted knowing she was checking in on him everyday while we were out of town. And got some adorable pictures of him that are now going in his permanent collection! I could tell Mozart was so happy to have her there and we will definitely be booking with Nicholle again. Thank you!
Brooke
January 5, 2026
I could not say better things about Nicholle. She was great with both cats, and even our very shy cat warmed up and came out after she had watched them a few days. Nicholle was quick to message, send lovely updates and pictures of the cats. Would definitely book with her again.
Response from Nicholle
Thanks Brooke! It was lovely getting to know Marmalade and to (slowly) earn Autumn's trust! 😺❤️
Juan
January 3, 2026
Nicholle was a great sitter! It was my first time getting a sitter for my two kittens and I felt so comfortable leaving them in great hands. Nicholle's updates made my day and she's very mindful of how the kittens are doing (eating, litter, demeanor). Highly recommend!
Response from Nicholle
Thank you Juan! I am so glad I was able to make your first experience with a pet sitter a positive one. Please give the kitties some love and treats from me!
Bryan
November 29, 2025
Nicholle was an exceptional cat sitter. she provided great updates, handled the medication no problem, and really gave them the care we'd give ourselves. would 100% have her care for our cats again.
Response from Nicholle
Thank you so much Bryan! Noodles and Nacho were so lovely ❤️
Zoe
July 22, 2025
amazing as always! Willow loves Nicholle - she gets twice a day meds and I never had to worry about it.
Response from Nicholle
Thank you Zoe! I'm happy to visit Willow any time 😊
Elise
February 11, 2026
Nicholle was the best! I've already re-booked her for an upcoming vacation in March. She really understands cats and I'm pretty sure Fred was completely charmed by her after being a bit shy at the start! She sends great pictures and updates about disposition, eating, pottying, etc. She also took the time to feed my deck kitty which Socks (my feral friend) and I really appreciated. I unreservedly recommend her!!
Response from Nicholle
Thank you so much Elise! it was so rewarding to earn Fred's trust. I look forward to seeing him again soon!
Samantha
January 21, 2025
Nicholle truly went above and beyond. Our cat was on two medications while in her care and she was so beyond patient with him and did everything possible to make him comfortable. She was extremely responsive and sent thorough updates. As an anxious cat mom, it was such a relief knowing he was in great hands while we were away.
Kara
May 21, 2024
Nicholle is just stellar! She is such a pro and so experienced (my senior cat Frances needs a few extra kinds of care like medication) and was so flexible with us, and I can tell Nicholle made Frances feel safe and cared for while we were away, and for us that peace of mind was everything.
Cedar
December 3, 2025
Nicholle was great, she was very communicative and I loved the cute photos of my boys; Would definitely hire her again!
Joshua
November 30, 2024
Nicholle was somehow able to get my shy cat to open up almost immediately! she sent great updates with plenty of photos
Response from Nicholle
Thank you Joshua!
Zoe
January 3, 2025
Nicholle was exceedingly kind and patient, always sent great photos and detailed updates. My cat, Willow, loved her a whole lot!
Response from Nicholle
Thank you for your trust Zoe! I hope to see Willow again!
Kaitlin
April 1, 2024
Nicholle was incredible! She sent me messages every day with photos and detailed write ups about how our kitties were doing. I'm so grateful!!!
Carolina
February 25, 2024
this reservation went as smooth as the last, Nicki arrived on time scheduled, and fed the boys as requested and helped us with their litter. one of our boys is a little more shy and she’s kind and patient with him, our other one is a lover boy and wanted all the pets. we always appreciate having Nicki watch the boys when we’re out of town and could not recommend her enough!
Response from Nicholle
Thank you Carolina! It has been great getting to know the boys!
Debra
August 22, 2024
Nicholle was AMAZING. She really engaged our cats and gave wonderful updates. She seemed to win over our shy cat, and her pictures were great. Definitely will hire again!!
Response from Nicholle
Thank you Debra!
Kaitlin
This month
Nicholle is amazing and always takes the best care of our kitties. Her photos and updates are purrrfect and make my day!
Debra
December 2, 2024
Nicholle is fabulous!! She has been a repeat sitter for my family. My kids joke that she should be a wildlife photographer -- they love her pictures and updates so much....
Response from Nicholle
Thank you Debra, I hope to see the kitties again soon!
Alex
October 31, 2023
Nicki was great! She took wonderful care of our fur babies and we will definitely call on her again! Updates were timely and precise with some absolutely fantastic photos as well.
Response from Nicholle
Thank you for the kind words! Your trust means so much to me. I look forward to seeing Kimchi and Bean in the future!
Cedar
This week
My cats were happy to see Nicholle again and I know she takes great care of them!
Kelsey
June 29, 2025
Nicholle was fantastic with taking care of my two kitties while I was away on a business trip! She took great pics, always kept me updated, and seemed to know just how to handle things cat-wise!
Alex
December 1, 2025
Nicki always goes above and beyond and this trip was no exception. We are so lucky to have such a thoughtful sitter that really takes care of our babies and gives great, detailed updates and pictures every time.
Response from Nicholle
Thank you so much Alex! 😻
Bret
November 22, 2024
Nicholle is awesome. She does a great job with my cats. She has sat for me twice and we have another booking coming up. I am really happy to have her and my cats love her.
Response from Nicholle
Thank you Bret, I look forward to seeing the kitties soon!
Bret
December 13, 2025
Nicholle did an amazing job as always. She has been sitting my cats many times over the last couple years. She always does a great job. She provides lots of pictures and gives a really detailed report for each visit. It feels so wonderful to know my cats are doing well when I am away.
Response from Nicholle
Thank you Bret! It has been wonderful getting to know your kitties and earning their trust. ❤️😸
Alex
This month
Erin
March 25, 2026
Juan
February 18, 2026
Mark
January 25, 2026
Mark
December 30, 2025
Erin
December 29, 2025
Alex
December 29, 2025
Mark
December 2, 2025
Erin
November 16, 2025
Mark
October 12, 2025
Joshua
July 20, 2025
Response from Nicholle
I'm happy to hang with Ernie any time!
Mark
June 15, 2025
Alex
May 19, 2025
Nicholle did a great job caring for my cat. she provided quick responses, followed all tasks, and sent great photos/updates during her visit.
Scott
March 29, 2025
Everything was great, we’re so glad Nicholle took wonderful care of our dear cat, and we’d highly recommend her!
Response from Nicholle
Thank you Scott!
Kaitlin
March 28, 2025
Nichole is our go-to cat sitter! Our kitties love her and she gives the best updates!
Response from Nicholle
Thank you Kaitlin! It's always a pleasure to care for your kitties 😸
Mark
January 12, 2025
Kristina
December 28, 2024
Bret
December 23, 2024
Olivia
December 3, 2024
Nicholle was amazing! She provided good updates and lots of pictures! I felt at ease knowing she was watching my cat!!
Response from Nicholle
Thank you Olivia!
Ruby
December 1, 2024
Nicholle was a great communicator and got along well with my skiddish kitty. Would definitely book again!
Response from Nicholle
Thank you Ruby!
Bret
November 24, 2024
Mark
November 3, 2024
Response from Nicholle
Thank you Mark!
Alex
October 28, 2024
Response from Nicholle
Thank you so much Alex, it's a pleasure caring for Kimchi and Bean!
Debra
October 21, 2024
Nicholle is fabulous!! this is our second time with her, and she always goes above and beyond. even our shy cat loves her
Response from Nicholle
Thank you Debra! Always a pleasure to see FInny and Luna!
Austin
September 16, 2024
Austin
August 26, 2024
She’s amazing! We’ll definitely ask her to watch the kitties again!
Response from Nicholle
Thank you Austin!
Justin
August 12, 2024
Nicholle was amazing! Our cats were purrfectly taken care of! They arrived on time for our first meeting and showed up when as agreed upon for Cake and Fionna’s visits! The updates and photos were great! When we returned home the cats were happy! We will book Nicholle again!
Response from Nicholle
Thank you Justin! It was wonderful getting to know the kitties!
Kaitlin
August 1, 2024
Mark
July 25, 2024
Response from Nicholle
Thank you Mark!
Kaitlin
July 24, 2024
This was our second time using Nicholle as our cat sitter. She’s amazing! So kind and thoughtful and responsive! Our cats love her.
Response from Nicholle
Thank you Kaitlin!!
Alex
July 15, 2024
Carolyn
July 8, 2024
Response from Nicholle
Thank you Carolyn!
Alex
June 11, 2024
Response from Nicholle
Thank you Alex!!
Surbhi
April 30, 2024
Response from Nicholle
Thank you Surbhi :)
Surbhi
April 18, 2024
Surbhi
March 27, 2024
great experience for my first time using a pet sitter. very responsive and amazing photos!
Response from Nicholle
Thank you Surbhi! It was wonderful getting to know Harry and I hope to see him again soon! 😸
Carolina
January 3, 2024
Nicki was great, first interview went smooth, cats were well taken care of, and everything went as planned. It was a great first experience with Nicki!
Response from Nicholle
Thank you Carolina!
Alex
December 12, 2023
Meowtel
July 14, 2023
Nicholle is a cat sitter in the Chicago area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
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