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I'm Sheila

A cat sitter in Chicago, IL

5.00/5.00
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6 REVIEWS

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I'm Sheila | Cat Sitting in Chicago, IL

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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.

Sheila's Reviews

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Amy

Amy

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 on Nov 12, 2025 "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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Alex

Alex

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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Aaron

Aaron

Sheila was great. A pitch hitter for my regular sitter. All in all, lovely.

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Response from Sheila on Nov 12, 2025 "Thanks so much for choosing me to step in when you needed it, Aaron! I'd be happy to help in the future should you need someone."
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Andrea

Andrea

Sheila is a compassionate, patient, grounded person while also being strong willed and confident in who she is and what she wants out of life. She is a reliable, empathetic friend who will go out of her way to help those she cares about and who will also push those around her to be their very best. Everyone needs a Sheila in their lives.

October 16, 2025
Laura

Laura

Sheila is an exceptional cat-sitter who I wholeheartedly recommend. I can attest to her dependability, responsibility, and genuine kindness. Sheila's love for cats shines through in her care for her own beloved feline, Sullivan. Her experience as a cat owner, combined with her lovely personality, makes her the perfect choice for anyone seeking a trustworthy and affectionate caretaker for their furry friend.

October 16, 2025
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Meowtel

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

October 16, 2025

Sheila's Service Area & Rates

  • Free Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $23.00 / 20min $35.00 / 45min $45.00 / 60min
  • Sheila's Holiday Surcharge is 40%
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Sheila's Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications

  • Shelter Volunteer

Transportation

  • Walk
  • Car
  • Ground

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.

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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 $28.00. 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.

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