I'm Madeline
Playtime Treats Cat Naps
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Madeline is experienced with 3 types of medications
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I'm Madeline
Cat Sitting in Chicago, IL
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What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?
Before adopting my two adorable cats, I spent years cat sitting for my extended family and friends. I have tons of experience caring for cats with all different types of personalities.
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have two wonderful cats named Pickles and Mango. They are beyond precious and completely different from each other. Pickles is a playful energetic orange cat and Mango is a super shy torti. So lucky to have them both!!
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?
I would look for a good communicator who is committed to understanding your cats needs as well as your own! I understand first hand how important finding the right sitter is because our cats are so precious to us. So finding someone who listens, asks questions, and communicates in a timely fashion is key!
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Madeline is experienced with 3 types of medications
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Greta
September 16, 2025
Madeline was excellent with my cats! My cats are very shy but they warmed up surprisingly quickly to her. Madeline’s communication was excellent and she sent many updates and pictures during her visits. Would recommend Madeline 100%!
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thank you so much, Greta!!! You are so wonderful to work with and your cats are beyond adorable.
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Jennifer
September 8, 2025
Madeline was lovely to work with! She is responsive, has a great attention to detail and sends so many photos - which we love! She went above and beyond for Leo and we will absolutely use her again!
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Gabrielle
October 13, 2025
Maddy is so professional and took fantastic care of our kitties over the weekend. She radiates an enthusiasm for her job. We highly recommend her to anyone seeking help with their fur babies!
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Veronica
December 21, 2025
madeline was so accommodating, sent updates and pictures and took such good care of my cat winston. would absolutely recommend her to anyone!
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Michael
November 19, 2025
very communicative and understanding of our worry for our senior kitty and our other picky kitty.
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Ali
September 24, 2025
Madeline was great! So reliable and communicative. Gave me great peace of mind while traveling. My cat was very happy! Would recommend!
Read moreResponse from Madeline
Thank you, Ali!! I’m so glad you choose me to watch after Millie and that I could give you some peace of mind while you travelled :)
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Drop in visits rates
Madeline'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
Madeline's holiday surcharge is 20%.
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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.
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
Greta
September 16, 2025
Madeline was excellent with my cats! My cats are very shy but they warmed up surprisingly quickly to her. Madeline’s communication was excellent and she sent many updates and pictures during her visits. Would recommend Madeline 100%!
Response from Madeline
thank you so much, Greta!!! You are so wonderful to work with and your cats are beyond adorable.
Jennifer
September 8, 2025
Madeline was lovely to work with! She is responsive, has a great attention to detail and sends so many photos - which we love! She went above and beyond for Leo and we will absolutely use her again!
Gabrielle
October 13, 2025
Maddy is so professional and took fantastic care of our kitties over the weekend. She radiates an enthusiasm for her job. We highly recommend her to anyone seeking help with their fur babies!
Veronica
December 21, 2025
madeline was so accommodating, sent updates and pictures and took such good care of my cat winston. would absolutely recommend her to anyone!
Michael
November 19, 2025
very communicative and understanding of our worry for our senior kitty and our other picky kitty.
Ali
September 24, 2025
Madeline was great! So reliable and communicative. Gave me great peace of mind while traveling. My cat was very happy! Would recommend!
Response from Madeline
Thank you, Ali!! I’m so glad you choose me to watch after Millie and that I could give you some peace of mind while you travelled :)
Doni
November 4, 2025
Madeline was great, she sent updates and did an excellent job taking care of my elderly cat.
Kevin
October 20, 2025
Mia
October 19, 2025
Jennifer
October 6, 2025
Jon
September 15, 2025
Madeline was the best. Great communicator and follow up.
Response from Madeline
Thank you so much, Jon! It was great working with you, and Mav is just the sweetest little guy around.
Emily
September 8, 2025
Madeline did a great job with my two mischievous kitties. She was very communicative with me and took excellent care of the cats
Patricia
July 31, 2025
Madeline is communicative, friendly, and will love your cats like her own. She is reliable and will make sure you are always updated so your time away from your cats is stress free. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a cat-sitter as she will go above and beyond!
Amanda
July 31, 2025
Maddy is a kind, thoughtful person who loves cats! She has raised cats who both love affection and prefer to be solo, and knows how to manage both personalities very well. She also has worked with kittens, having raised her own cats since they were babies. She is also a trustworthy, respectful, and communicative person who will take care of your space.
Meowtel
July 31, 2025
Madeline is a background-checked cat sitter in the Chicago area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.