I'm Melissa
A cat sitter in Chicago, IL
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I'm Melissa | Cat Sitting in Chicago, IL
I have always loved cats but did not have one until 2017. I have recently gotten a kitten in September of 2021, and the two of them are absolutely purrfect together! I have worked for a friend who owns a pet care business in the neighborhood (Bridgeport) where I have done cat sits. During those visits, I fed the cats according to the owner's instructions, cleaned the litter boxes, and spent time playing and showing the ...
Melissa's Reviews
Colleen
I’m moving away & I’m so bummed to lose Melissa as my petsitter! She’s fantastic & really cares about my kitties. Cannot recommend her enough!
Lauren
Melissa cared for my cats over a 2 week period. I am so grateful for her reliability and the wonderful care she provides so I am able to travel with feeling at ease that the cats are well cared for. Thank you Melissa!
Lauren
Melissa once again went above and beyond! She was so understanding and soothing in the midst of a cancellation and rebooking due to some last minute travel changes. We are so lucky to have found her! The cats have the best time with her!
Colleen
Melissa is such a wonderful caregiver for my two kitties! She goes above & beyond for them & me! So grateful that I never have to worry about them when I’m away. 😺😺
Elizabeth
Melissa was wonderful. Timely, communicative, and a shy kitty charmer! Helped with a few cat care things that came up unexpectedly that were above and beyond my expectations. Thank you, Melissa!
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Melissa's Qualifications & Experience
Transportation
- Bike
- Ground
Each Visit Includes
- Litter box cleaning
- Feeding
- Water refresh
- A text update with at least 1 photo
- Playtime and belly rubs
Cancellation Policy
Customers may cancel within 24 hours of making their reservation and receive a 100% refund and the sitter will not receive any earnings. After the first 24 hours, the following cancellation rules apply:
Customers will receive a 100% refund to their Account Balance if they cancel anytime up to 48 hours before the start date of the reservation and the sitter will not receive any earnings.
Customers will receive a 50% refund and the sitter will earn 50% of their planned earnings if the customer cancels between 24-48 hours of the start of the reservation.
No refund will be issued within 24 hours of the reservation and the sitter will keep 100% of their planned earnings.
The Meowtel Promise & Satisfaction Guarantee
We are proud to provide each of our independently-contracted Meowtel cat sitters with the full benefits of our Meowtel Promise on eligible reservations. For reservations where each visit is at or above $20 and paid for through Meowtel, your cat(s) will automatically be covered under our insurance policy in the event that things don't go as planned.
If you are not fully satisfied with your sitter after the Meet & Greet or during the reservation, please call 1-844-636-9835 so we can help you re-book with a new sitter to ensure we can deliver on our purrfect hospitality promise.
Frequently Asked Questions
Chicago cat sitting rates will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $35.00. Prices will also depend on how long your cat needs company for, whether that be a drop-in visit or overnight stay in your home. Meowtel sitters offer 20, 45, and 60-minute drop-in visits that allow for fully tailored care for your kitties. Your caregiver may also need to charge a little more if they have to travel far, so we'll match you with the best options which are close by.
Every Meowtel cat sitter has been thoroughly vetted, background-checked, and is insured through Meowtel on eligible reservations via our Meowtel Promise. To ensure total peace of mind while you're away, every Meowtel reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you (and your kitties!) can have full confidence in 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 for your kitties. This is why Meowtel was created, so tailored in-home care is brought to you.
We recommend that you book daily visits with your sitter to keep your cats in their routine and to help minimize feline anxiety while you're away.
Each Meowtel cat sitting visit will include the whole 9 yards: feeding, refreshing the water bowls, litter box scooping, tidying up, medications, updates with photos, lots of playtime, as well as any special requests you may have. We know every kitty is different and that's why we offer tailored, in-home services since cats don't do well outside their own homes. Plus, every reservation comes with a free Meet & Greet so you can meet your sitter before you leave to ensure it will be a purrfect fit.