I'm Julia
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Julia is experienced with 6 types of medications
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I'm Julia
Cat Sitting in Chicago, IL
I have experience with cats of all personalities, from shy and unsocial to extremely friendly and loving. I respect shy cats' boundaries, letting them know I respect their space and try to gain their trust. I pay attention to the body language of a... When I got my first cat in 2020, I knew I was going to be a cat lady for the rest of my life. In 2022, I started working at a cat shelter in Avondale and have been there ever since.
I have experience with cats of all personalities, from shy and unsocial to extremely friendly and loving. I respect shy cats' boundaries, letting them know I respect their space and try to gain their trust. I pay attention to the body language of all cats to predict their mood and possible behavior, ensuring safety for both me and the cats.
I have about 6 years of experience in basic cat care and over 4 years of experience in medicating cats with various medications, including giving pills, liquid medicine, insulin injections, eye drops, and ear drops. I also have experience working with ferals or unsocialized cats, and am willing to feed your outside kitties if needed!
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Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have three cats of my own. - Rosie, a dilute tortoiseshell - Oliver, a brown tabby - Lil’ Ricky, a gray and white tabby
Are you usually available during holidays?
Yes, I am available during holidays, and would love to spend the holidays hanging out with my new feline friends!
How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?
I give timid and anxious cats space so they know that I respect their boundaries. I also like to give them treats if permitted so they assosicate my visit with something positive.
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Julia is experienced with 6 types of medications
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Nikki
February 2, 2026
I recently had the pleasure of using Julia as my cat sitter after being out of the country for many days in the Caribbean, and I can’t recommend her enough! This is not my first experience with her, and each time, she has consistently exceeded my expectations. One of the standout aspects of her service is her diligent updates. I always received timely messages and adorable photos of my cat, which made me feel at ease while I was away. It's evident that she genuinely cares about the well-being of my looney cat. Her dedicated care and affectionate touch with cats are remarkable. Julia takes the time to understand each cat's personality and needs, ensuring they feel comfortable and loved in her presence. When I returned, my cat was not only happy but also appeared to be comfortable and not anxious. If you’re looking for a caring, attentive, and knowledgeable cat sitter, look no further than Julia. I will definitely be using her services again in the future!
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Evelyn
March 3, 2026
Julia was amazing and really helped ease my nerves when leaving behind our cat for vacation. She sent a picture and updates every day and made a real effort to warm up to our shy cat. You should definitely book Julia for your next cat sitter!
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Olivia
December 3, 2025
Julia was so great with Willow! Julia provided detailed updates and was so helpful with her medication and overall care. My cat has a. variety of medical conditions and Julia provided great peace of mind while I was away.
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Kim
October 6, 2025
Julia was absolutely wonderful! We went to Europe for 11 days and Julia took excellent care of my 3 cats. We had a complicated situation because our 2 elder cats had to be kept separate from our new cat that we recently adopted. We have a pet gate to keep the cats apart and Julia did a great job of keeping everything in place. She sent pictures and messages to keep us updated. I highly recommend and would use her services again!
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Wynn
September 25, 2025
I left my 2 cats for 10 days when traveling overseas and Julia did a great job taking care of them! I came back and they’re super happy:) They always gave me updates and pictures daily!
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Samantha
April 14, 2026
Julia was wonderful! She provided thorough updates with pictures and made sure my kitties were well taken care of, definitely will ask her to watch them again.
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Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Julia'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
Julia'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.
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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 $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
Nikki
February 2, 2026
I recently had the pleasure of using Julia as my cat sitter after being out of the country for many days in the Caribbean, and I can’t recommend her enough! This is not my first experience with her, and each time, she has consistently exceeded my expectations. One of the standout aspects of her service is her diligent updates. I always received timely messages and adorable photos of my cat, which made me feel at ease while I was away. It's evident that she genuinely cares about the well-being of my looney cat. Her dedicated care and affectionate touch with cats are remarkable. Julia takes the time to understand each cat's personality and needs, ensuring they feel comfortable and loved in her presence. When I returned, my cat was not only happy but also appeared to be comfortable and not anxious. If you’re looking for a caring, attentive, and knowledgeable cat sitter, look no further than Julia. I will definitely be using her services again in the future!
Evelyn
March 3, 2026
Julia was amazing and really helped ease my nerves when leaving behind our cat for vacation. She sent a picture and updates every day and made a real effort to warm up to our shy cat. You should definitely book Julia for your next cat sitter!
Olivia
December 3, 2025
Julia was so great with Willow! Julia provided detailed updates and was so helpful with her medication and overall care. My cat has a. variety of medical conditions and Julia provided great peace of mind while I was away.
Kim
October 6, 2025
Julia was absolutely wonderful! We went to Europe for 11 days and Julia took excellent care of my 3 cats. We had a complicated situation because our 2 elder cats had to be kept separate from our new cat that we recently adopted. We have a pet gate to keep the cats apart and Julia did a great job of keeping everything in place. She sent pictures and messages to keep us updated. I highly recommend and would use her services again!
Wynn
September 25, 2025
I left my 2 cats for 10 days when traveling overseas and Julia did a great job taking care of them! I came back and they’re super happy:) They always gave me updates and pictures daily!
Samantha
April 14, 2026
Julia was wonderful! She provided thorough updates with pictures and made sure my kitties were well taken care of, definitely will ask her to watch them again.
Michaela
April 7, 2026
Yet another fantastic booking with Julia! Our shy boy has really warmed to Julia and we wouldn't go with any other sitter now. They always take such good care of him, update us with pics regularly and leave our place nice and clean! Thank you :)
Michaela
January 4, 2026
Julia took such great care of our shy boy, giving him time to warm to her and keeping us updated with daily pictures. We are looking forward to using Julia as our Catsitter again!
Jesse
January 5, 2026
Julia was an amazing & compassionate cat sitter!!!! They kept me fully updated on the minutia and daily pictures as well :)
Jordan And Mafe
November 25, 2025
Julia was great with our baby Marlee. Julia sent us picture of her everyday. Definitely Julia is a person that you can trust and we felt less stress and anxiety about leaving your cat alone. Thanks Julia! I hope we can keep working together.
Bethany
November 27, 2025
Julia was great to work with. Winston was well taken care of and enjoyed his time while we were away. we received daily pictures and check ins. Thanks Julia!
Paige
October 20, 2025
Julia is a very good sitter and was very helpful. She obviously cares a great deal and sent photos to make sure I knew my little buddy was in good hands.
Dawn
May 28, 2026
Julia was amazing! Regular updates with pictures and valiant efforts trying to win over my two scaredy cats!
Amanda
November 28, 2025
Julia was very good with our cats and sea creatures and definitely put us at ease while we were away. It's always a little scary to allow a new person into your home to take care of your babies, but she made it easy
Nikki
October 12, 2025
Here's a rephrased version: "Julia is an exceptionally caring and dependable pet sitter. I truly appreciated her regular updates, which gave me peace of mind knowing my cat was in good hands. I wholeheartedly recommend Julia to anyone seeking a trustworthy and devoted sitter for their cat!"
Jackie
September 2, 2025
The reservation went well without any problem. We were very happy to have Julia looking after our cat. She was nice and communicative with us throughout the reservation.
Mel
November 15, 2025
Julia was amazing! updates were regular and I knew my kitties were in great hands. thank you so much!
Todd
May 18, 2026
Julia did a great job. Happy kitties welcomed me home. Great communication the whole time too. Very trustworthy. Hiring again shortly.
Jess
December 29, 2025
Julia took great care of my sweet senior kitty! She sent me photos and gave comphrehensive and timely updates.
Leah
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Michaela
May 30, 2026
Carolyn
May 24, 2026
Paige
May 21, 2026
Carolyn
May 18, 2026
Brett
May 10, 2026
Carolyn
April 26, 2026
Carolyn
April 22, 2026
Brett
April 8, 2026
she was great!
Carolyn
March 24, 2026
Grant
February 20, 2026
Michaela
January 31, 2026
Carolyn
January 3, 2026
Ron
December 30, 2025
Julia kept our shy kitty well fed and happy.
Paige
December 28, 2025
Carolyn
December 2, 2025
John
December 1, 2025
Anna
November 11, 2025
Julia took great care of my two cats and kept me updated throughout!
Lindsay
October 14, 2025
Hailey
September 2, 2025
Julia was great with my cats! Would book again.
John
August 18, 2025
Jasmin
August 8, 2025
She always takes care of all animals with the greatest respect and care.
Jennifer
August 8, 2025
Julia is a great care giver. She takes time to get to know the cat’s likes and dislikes. She is experienced with medicating as well as giving subcutaneous fluids.
Meowtel
August 8, 2025
Julia is a background-checked cat sitter in the Chicago area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
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