Serena The Caring Vet Tech
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I'm Serena

A cat sitter in Chicago, IL

5.00/5.00
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Over 80,000+ happy kitties serviced on Meowtel

I'm Serena | Cat Sitting in Chicago, IL

Cats have been my favorite animal for as long as I can remember! With 20+ years of being a cat parent, my love for them has only grown. I’m currently working at a vet clinic where I’ve worked with cats who are hyperthyroid, diabetic, in kidney failure, etc. I have experience administering medicines, fluids, and vaccines. I believe that every cat deserves the best care possib...

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Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have a fun, adorable orange tabby named Gary! He is 2 years old and a rescue. We love to play with a laser pointer, string, and plush balls. I recently had to put down my cat of 13 years due to kidney failure. His name was Mitch and he was the sweetest boy in the world. I miss him every day, but Gary continues to fill that hole in my heart! I’m hoping to fill my days with my cats between working at a vet clinic and pet sitting.

What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?

When working with a new cat parent, I make sure to ask specific questions and listening to their preferences and routines. As a cat sitter, I want to add to the life of every cat I sit for, as well as their parent. I hope to achieve this my having open discussions about each cat’s specific care and taking notes in order to be the best sitter I can be.

How do you handle cats that are particularly timid or anxious?

Patience! Timid and anxious cats usually need and always deserve extra time in order to get comfortable with people, especially new ones. By taking my time and reassuring the kitty that I am a friend (moving slowly, reaching my scent out) I find that it helps with their anxiety and shyness.

Serena's Reviews

Meowtel

Serena is a background-checked cat sitter in the Chicago area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.

June 17, 2025
Cara

Serena is responsible, kind and I would trust her with caring for any of my pets. She is a observant pet owner and would not hesitate to seek care for an animal under her care if she was concerned.

June 17, 2025
Danny

Serena is reliable, friendly, and compassionate. Her dedication and care set her apart - and her undying love for cats. Trust in Serena!

June 17, 2025
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Serena's Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications

  • Vet Tech

Transportation

  • Car

Medication Experience

  • Topical Ointments
  • Eye/Ear Drops
  • Oral Medication / Pills
  • Injections / Diabetic Management
  • Subcutaneous Fluids
  • Inhalers

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.

Juneteenth is coming up soon (June 19th). Meowtel cat sitters are usually pretty busy, don't forget to book your sitter!

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 $31.00. 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.

Serena The Caring Vet Tech
5.00 • 3 reviewsFrom $21.00