I'm Melinda
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I'm Melinda
Cat Sitting in Chicago, IL
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Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have one cat that I rescued as a stray! His name is Milo and he is 2 years old!
Are you usually available during holidays?
Yes! I am a graduate student that has most major holidays off. I would love to spend my days off with your kitty!
What is your favorite cat toy?
A wand toy! I haven’t met a kitty that doesn’t love a wand. My cat loves playing and jumping around with the wand toy.
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Melinda is experienced with 1 type of medications
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Sarah
March 26, 2026
Melinda was wonderful with my sweet to me tortoiseshell cat, Morada. Morada is a finicky eater and went off her food when I was hospitalized for five days so I was worried about by mini-vacation. I was relieved to receive frequent updates with pics and videos and to know that Morada was eating her food and playing with Melinda.
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Sarah
This week
Melinda did a wonderful job taking care of my high maintenance and fussy cat, Morada. I have had problems in the past with Morada going off her food when I was away or in the hospital so am extremely grateful for the excellent care Morada received. She needs play and pets before she will eat but does not warm up to people very quickly and is picky about her people. Luckily, Melinda worked her magic with Morada and I was able to relax and not worry while I was out of town.
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Meredith
March 27, 2026
Melinda was so sweet, so responsive and attentive to Lynx! Will definitely be booking her again in the future.
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Keri
May 11, 2026
Melinda was a wonderful and trustworthy cat sitter for my beloved cats. I would use her as many times as possible!!
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Meowtel
February 10, 2026
Melinda is a background-checked cat sitter in the Chicago area. Their profile has been verified by Meowtel.
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Drop in visits rates
Melinda's is 5%
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
Melinda's holiday surcharge is 5%.
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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.
Labor Day is coming up soon (September 7th, 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 $29.00. 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
Sarah
March 26, 2026
Melinda was wonderful with my sweet to me tortoiseshell cat, Morada. Morada is a finicky eater and went off her food when I was hospitalized for five days so I was worried about by mini-vacation. I was relieved to receive frequent updates with pics and videos and to know that Morada was eating her food and playing with Melinda.
Sarah
This week
Melinda did a wonderful job taking care of my high maintenance and fussy cat, Morada. I have had problems in the past with Morada going off her food when I was away or in the hospital so am extremely grateful for the excellent care Morada received. She needs play and pets before she will eat but does not warm up to people very quickly and is picky about her people. Luckily, Melinda worked her magic with Morada and I was able to relax and not worry while I was out of town.
Meredith
March 27, 2026
Melinda was so sweet, so responsive and attentive to Lynx! Will definitely be booking her again in the future.
Keri
May 11, 2026
Melinda was a wonderful and trustworthy cat sitter for my beloved cats. I would use her as many times as possible!!
Meowtel
February 10, 2026
Melinda is a background-checked cat sitter in the Chicago area. Their profile has been verified by Meowtel.
Free Cancellation (48+ hrs)