I'm Jocelyn
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Jocelyn is experienced with 3 types of medications
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I'm Jocelyn
Cat Sitting in Chicago, IL
When I'm not with animals, I spend my remaining time working as a Realtor. I've had the pleasure of not only helping my clients buy and sell their homes, but I've also been able to provide them some peace of mind by taking care of their pets while they are at work or on vacation.
While I do not currently have any cats of my own, I absolutely love spending time with them! I grew up around a lot of dogs and cats and have always felt very comfortable with animals... I understand how busy life can be, which can sometimes make it hard to give your pet all the time and attention they deserve. That's where I can step in! I have over five years of experience providing reliable dog walking, dog sitting, and cat sitting around the Chicagoland area.
When I'm not with animals, I spend my remaining time working as a Realtor. I've had the pleasure of not only helping my clients buy and sell their homes, but I've also been able to provide them some peace of mind by taking care of their pets while they are at work or on vacation.
While I do not currently have any cats of my own, I absolutely love spending time with them! I grew up around a lot of dogs and cats and have always felt very comfortable with animals. While they may not provide the same type of companionship as a dog, cats can be just as sweet and loving in their own special way.
While every reservation will be specific to the client, each visit will involve cleaning litter boxes, feeding, providing fresh water, administering medication (if necessary), lots of play time, and plenty of photo/video updates! I am also more than willing to bring in any packages/mail as well as water any plants during the visits.
I have experience with all age ranges of cats, from kittens to seniors. I have experience administering oral medication as well as transdermal. I do not have any experience administering injections, but I am willing to learn.
I live on the northwest side of Chicago, close to Norridge and Park Ridge. I prefer to stick around the northwest side and the close suburbs (i.e., Portage Park, Norwood Park, Jefferson Park, Dunning, Ohare, Old Irving, Norridge, Harwood Heights, Park Ridge, Gladstone Park, Edison Park, Niles, & Des Plaines).
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Jocelyn is experienced with 3 types of medications
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Kelsey
March 13, 2026
Jocelyn watched my two cats while I was gone for over a week, and it couldn't have gone better. I got updates every day, I could tell from the pictures how happy and well-loved my cats were with her (lots of belly shots!), and she even included pictures of our dog that she wasn't taking care of because she knew we missed him too. I will absolutely book with Jocelyn again, and you should too - wonderful, reliable, kind, and so great with pets!
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Michelle
This month
Jocelyn has been watching my cats for years now and recently took care of my 4 cats over a 10 day vacation! I scheduled her for twice a day visits and a few overnight stays. She took very good care of my buddies! One of my cats requires medicine and she was able to give him his daily doses of 3 different meds as well as keeping track or all of their different feeding requirements. She always does a good job and I appreciate the care she takes with my friends! Even my very shy kitty will come out for her!
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Kelsey
December 27, 2025
Jocelyn was fantastic! She responded quickly to the request and it was really easy to set up the meet-and-greet. Both of my cats loved her, and one is usually pretty shy. Jocelyn sent multiple pictures from every visit and gave me such peace of mind that my babies were being taken care of well. I will definitely be reserving with her again!
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Beth
January 7, 2025
Jocelyn is amazing! I was able to leave out of the country for two weeks knowing my kitties were in the best hands. Jocelyn charmed my shy little one, who hides from everyone, and gave my older kitty his meds which she did right on schedule. She sent plenty of photos and was consistent with her communication which allowed me to relax and I could tell from the pictures that they were very relaxed and not stressed. I highly recommend Jocelyn and am so grateful to have found her.
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Wendy
August 3, 2025
Jocelyn has been taking care of our three cats while away vacationing several times now. She sends pictures. She follows directions and asks questions, but isn’t too needy when you’re on vacation and just want to chill. We come home to clean litter boxes and no messes around the house. It seems like she genuinely knows our cats when we correspond and enjoys spending time with them.
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Beth
October 30, 2024
I’m so lucky to have found Jocelyn! She somehow charmed my little one into not hiding and even got her to eat. She provides great updates with photos so I don’t have to worry about how they’re doing. I trust both my cats are in great hands with her! 😺 this is my second booking with Jocelyn and I’m sure there will be many more.
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Drop in visits rates
Overnight stay rate
Jocelyn's is 25%
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
Jocelyn's holiday surcharge is 25%.
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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 $28.00. 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
Kelsey
March 13, 2026
Jocelyn watched my two cats while I was gone for over a week, and it couldn't have gone better. I got updates every day, I could tell from the pictures how happy and well-loved my cats were with her (lots of belly shots!), and she even included pictures of our dog that she wasn't taking care of because she knew we missed him too. I will absolutely book with Jocelyn again, and you should too - wonderful, reliable, kind, and so great with pets!
Michelle
This month
Jocelyn has been watching my cats for years now and recently took care of my 4 cats over a 10 day vacation! I scheduled her for twice a day visits and a few overnight stays. She took very good care of my buddies! One of my cats requires medicine and she was able to give him his daily doses of 3 different meds as well as keeping track or all of their different feeding requirements. She always does a good job and I appreciate the care she takes with my friends! Even my very shy kitty will come out for her!
Kelsey
December 27, 2025
Jocelyn was fantastic! She responded quickly to the request and it was really easy to set up the meet-and-greet. Both of my cats loved her, and one is usually pretty shy. Jocelyn sent multiple pictures from every visit and gave me such peace of mind that my babies were being taken care of well. I will definitely be reserving with her again!
Beth
January 7, 2025
Jocelyn is amazing! I was able to leave out of the country for two weeks knowing my kitties were in the best hands. Jocelyn charmed my shy little one, who hides from everyone, and gave my older kitty his meds which she did right on schedule. She sent plenty of photos and was consistent with her communication which allowed me to relax and I could tell from the pictures that they were very relaxed and not stressed. I highly recommend Jocelyn and am so grateful to have found her.
Wendy
August 3, 2025
Jocelyn has been taking care of our three cats while away vacationing several times now. She sends pictures. She follows directions and asks questions, but isn’t too needy when you’re on vacation and just want to chill. We come home to clean litter boxes and no messes around the house. It seems like she genuinely knows our cats when we correspond and enjoys spending time with them.
Beth
October 30, 2024
I’m so lucky to have found Jocelyn! She somehow charmed my little one into not hiding and even got her to eat. She provides great updates with photos so I don’t have to worry about how they’re doing. I trust both my cats are in great hands with her! 😺 this is my second booking with Jocelyn and I’m sure there will be many more.
Teresa
December 31, 2022
I reserved Jocelyn with 4 days notice before the holidays when our regular sitter let us down. At the meet and greet it was clear she was an experienced cat person.... She knew how best to handle our former feral and by the time we came back home she was giving her head scratches. Out other cat hides a lot when we are gone, Jocelyn took this in stride and arranged feeding so she could be sure the cat was coming out while she was gone. Jocelyn did not miss a beat when the worst winter storm in years blew through. I highly recommend her and will ask her to take care of my girls again in the future. Communication was a strong point, e-mails and photos with each visit. Truly excellent experience. Strongly recommend.
Mike
November 24, 2025
Here’s a polished, warm, and detailed review you can use: I cannot recommend this Jocelyn highly enough! They stepped in on extremely short notice after another sitter canceled last minute, and I’m so grateful they did. From the very first visit, it was clear how knowledgeable and confident they were with cats. They even learned how to give medication to my cat without any issues, which brought me so much peace of mind. Their updates were incredible—professional-quality photos, thoughtful notes, and consistent communication that made me feel completely at ease while I was away. They were always on time, extremely reliable, and clearly dedicated to providing top-tier care. Truly an exceptional cat sitter. I would absolutely book with them again! 🐾💛
Teresa
September 10, 2023
if you need a reliable pet sitter choose Jocelyn…. she is more than a carer, she really understands cats. she had our semi feral eating treats from her hand. that cat only likes two other people in the whole world. Jocelyn is without question the best cat setter we have had….. ever.
Renee
September 26, 2023
Jocelyn was responsive and professional from the very beginning. She handled 2 medications for 1 cat well. She expressed concern and was able to troubleshoot and went above & beyond to help our oldest cat be more comfortable between visits. I would recommend her to anyone.
Lyzanne
November 30, 2022
Jocelyn was an amazing cat sitter! She would send photos of our kitty when she was visiting, as well as made sure she was doing daily tasks for the kitty for us. I felt really comfortable traveling with Jocelyn coming to see my fur baby. I will definitely use her in the future!
Wendy
August 4, 2024
Jocelyn has taken care of our pets several times now when we’re away and she always does a great job. She follows our detailed instructions, takes great photos, we don’t come home to messes. I would recommend her.
Anna
June 22, 2025
Cats were very calm when we returned. Everything we requested was taken care of.
Teresa
January 1, 2025
this is the 3rd time we have asked Jocelyn to take care of our girls. I could not be more happy with the care that they recieved.. My former feral loves her. when I returned, both cats were happy and content, no signs of stress. would work with her again in a heartbeat.
Response from Jocelyn
You're welcome! I always love getting to visit Spare and Spooky 🩷
Wendy
March 30, 2025
Jocelyn has been caring for our cats while we are away many times now. She never disappoints because she is in regular communication with us. We come home knowing our cats were not suffering and the house has no kitty messes. We are forever grateful for her putting up with our cats, maybe they are even friends now!
Adam
October 23, 2024
Jocelyn did a fantastic job, I was able to enjoy my trip without anxiety knowing she was taking great care of my cat.
Renee
November 2, 2023
Everything went as expected. Jocelyn is reliable & trustworthy. She sent lots of pics. I never had to worry.
Wendy
This month
Dan
This month
Rachelle
February 3, 2026
Rachelle
January 24, 2026
Wendy
January 5, 2026
Teresa
January 4, 2026
Jocelyn had taken care of my girls several times. I always come home to happy, relaxed kitties. she communicates well, and gives them a lot of love.
Rachelle
December 29, 2025
Debbie
November 30, 2025
Kelly
November 30, 2025
Teresa
October 12, 2025
Debbie
September 22, 2025
Kelly
July 25, 2025
Kelly
July 5, 2025
Beth
May 13, 2025
Beth
April 6, 2025
Wendy
March 30, 2025
Kelly
March 28, 2025
Beth
March 17, 2025
Jocelyn is amazing! 🤩 I have booked her multiple times and she is the best! She responds quickly, is dependable, sends timely updates and my kitties are comfortable with her which is incredible. I highly recommend Jocelyn!
Beth
May 1, 2024
Michelle
February 24, 2024
Teresa
January 4, 2024
Nikki
December 26, 2023
Jocelyn was wonderful! Great with my cats, very easy to work with.
Michelle
September 3, 2023
Teresa
July 8, 2023
this is the second time Jocelyn has taken care of my kitties. she is excellent, sent pics every day. my babies were happy and I enjoyed my vaycay knowing they were in great hands
Steven
February 1, 2023
She was able to work with all 3 cats and get daily pictures. Everyone seemed pretty calm when we got back.
Michelle
January 16, 2023
Jocelyn did such a nice job watching my 4 kitties! Her communication was great, she is super nice, and she followed all of the instructions for each cat.
Meowtel
November 1, 2022
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