I'm Sheila

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5.00
31 Reviews
< 1 hr Response Time
9 Repeat clients
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Meowtel provides customer support 365 days a year to help cat parents feel informed and supported at every step - including before a reservation is made.

In-home cat sitting visits typically include:

Litter box cleaning
Feeding
Water refresh
A text update with at least 1 photo
Playtime and belly rubs

Sheila is experienced with 3 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

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I'm Sheila

Cat Sitting in Chicago, IL

Lifelong cat lover and owner, current Kitty City volunteer at PAWS Chicago (and previously at other rescues). I can’t resist a cat’s funny little quirks from zoomies to tiny squeak meows, I love it all! I’m excited to hang out with your best friend and give them all the cuddles, play, and individualize... Lifelong cat lover and owner, current Kitty City volunteer at PAWS Chicago (and previously at other rescues). I can’t resist a cat’s funny little quirks from zoomies to tiny squeak meows, I love it all! I’m excited to hang out with your best friend and give them all the cuddles, play, and individualized attention they deserve. I can adapt to whatever your cat’s style is, whether they require high energy play or a more calm visit. I find cats extremely comedic. I love laughing at their silly antics and sharing that joy with their humans. I’m so excited to get a chance to learn your cat’s personality!

Learn More About Sheila

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I currently have one cat named Sullivan. He’s 9 years old and weighs 17lbs. He loves to play but is also very skittish around new people. His sworn enemies (favorite hunting toys) are his fish and his worm.

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

I love to get to know the cat and cat parent as well as I can prior to the sitting engagement. I prefer to meet and talk about any/all details regarding the cat and the care they need while the cat parent is away. I want to make sure we walk away with a mutual understanding and agreement on the sitting experience.

What is your favorite cat toy?

I love a wand toy! It’s so versatile and can be used to play under blankets (my cat’s personal favorite), up in the air, or slithering along the ground. I find that most cats enjoy hunting & chasing whatever is on the end of the wand which can result in some really fun play.

Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops Oral Medication / Pills

Skills:

Shelter Volunteer
5.00
31 reviews
5.0
Attention to Detail
5.0
Communication
5.0
Tidiness
Amy

Amy

November 12, 2025

Sheila was so good with our cat, Elsie and we are looking forward to using her again! Although our cat can be less than friendly sometimes, Sheila made effort every day to play with her and make her comfortable. She sent photo updates from every visit and made us feel like our cat was well taken care of the entire time.

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Response from Sheila

Thanks so much for choosing me to watch over Elsie, Amy! I'm looking forward to seeing her again and continuing to work on getting her to warm up to me. We've made good progress so far!

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Alaina

Alaina

This month

Sheila was amazing. She's a genuine cat lover and went above and beyond in taking care of my 14 year old cat. she sent detailed updates and played and/or cuddled with my cat based on what she needed that day. Highly recommend!

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Lindsay

Lindsay

December 7, 2025

Sheila was a fantastic sitter! We loved her detailed updates and the thoughtful care she provided to our cat, including thinking of ways to get our non-playful girl excited about her toys.

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Elyse

Elyse

December 29, 2025

Sheila was so amazing. She is so responsive and really made me feel like she cared about my kitties. She was was so helpful the entire time she was watching the cats. I will for sure be using her again.

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Ladonne

Ladonne

February 19, 2026

our kitties love Sheila! She takes such good care of them and sends the best updates with lots of photos. she is very detail oriented and so thorough. your cats will be in good hands with her!!

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Alex

Alex

November 18, 2025

Sheila's great. She was friendly, has good attention to detail and my little guy Rigby seemed very happy to have her around. Would definitely recommend.

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$30.00 / 20min
$45.00 / 45min
$60.00 / 60min
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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!

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