I'm Rachel
A cat sitter in Chicago, IL
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I'm Rachel | Cat Sitting in Chicago, IL
Hello! I was a cat mom to a chatty black cat for 8 years and his one-of-a-kind personality turned me into a proud cat person. After his unexpected passing, I’ve been looking to fill the hole in my heart he left behind. I would love to take care of your kitties while you’re away and give them all the love and care they deserve. Whether you're on vacation or just need a little extra help, I'm here to make things easier for you and your cats. Understanding each cat’s unique personality takes time, but that’s what makes them so interesting. I have experience watching my friends’ cats for many years, some of them being special needs or requiring medication, and checking in on them is always the highlight of my day. While kittens are fun, I've really developed a soft spot for caring for senior cats and cats with special needs! Attention to detail is one of my strengths, so you can expect a daily in-depth summary and plenty of pictures of your furry friend while you're away...
Rachel's Reviews
Ann
One of our cats was a real little jerk and hid the first day. He is normally Mr Personality so I was very worried. Rachel talked me down and of course he was waiting at the door next morning. I would hire Rachel anytime- great communication, and kitties were very happy!
Lucy
My cat and I love Rachel! It means the world to be able to leave town with confidence that my cat is in great hands.
Jen
Rachel was fantastic with Mr. Butters! She kept a routine, which was helpful since he just got here from Washington state. The worst timing, but I had to go out of town for a work conference and thankfully Rachel was available. He was feeling nervous but I got great updates and she always got him to eat his treats when he was hiding under the bed. definitely recommend Rachel😊
Rachel
Rachel was kind enough to fit my cat’s visits into her schedule. She is very responsive and followed my detailed notes (for a senior/sickly cat). Rachel provided photos and updates in real time. I will abolutely ask her to watch my cat again.
Teresa
Rachel did a wonderful job taking care of Mojo during my overseas vacation. Mojo had a health scare mid-vacation and Rachel communicated his symptoms immediately and we made a contingency plan in case I needed to come home. She came early the following day to check on Mojo and let me know his status. Fortunately, the issue passed and didn't require any follow up. I'm so grateful that she was there to take care of him!! Rachel is consistent, reliable and went above and beyond to care for Mojo while I was on vacation.
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Rachel's Qualifications & Experience
Transportation
- Walk
- Car
Medication Experience
- Topical Ointments
- Eye/Ear Drops
- Oral Medication / Pills
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.
