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Nicole is experienced with 3 types of medications
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I'm Nicole
Cat Sitting in Lockport, IL
I have 8 cats of my own and have I fostered over 50 cats and kittens since 2018. In my spare time (ha!) I volunteer to teach community members about TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return) to help our outside feline friends. I try to understand all feline behaviors and I meet each cat where they are to ensure their individual needs are met. I bring the same love and attention to every kitty I care for as if they were my own. If your kitty likes to play I am happy to get out a wand toy. If they love to cuddle, so do I! If they are a little scared or shy I will follow their lead and do what they are most comfortable with... Hi, I'm Nicole a self proclaimed crazy cat lady, here to help you relax while you're on vacation!
I have 8 cats of my own and have I fostered over 50 cats and kittens since 2018. In my spare time (ha!) I volunteer to teach community members about TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return) to help our outside feline friends. I try to understand all feline behaviors and I meet each cat where they are to ensure their individual needs are met. I bring the same love and attention to every kitty I care for as if they were my own. If your kitty likes to play I am happy to get out a wand toy. If they love to cuddle, so do I! If they are a little scared or shy I will follow their lead and do what they are most comfortable with. I will always make sure they have food, fresh water, and a freshly cleaned litter box! I have a lot of experience with medications as one of my own cats takes a pill two times a day. I am happy to feed your cats their special diets, and all my fostering has helped me with earning the trust of nervous or shy cats. Keeping your cats safe and healthy is my #1 priority so I want to know if they are door dashers or where they like to hide.
I know how hard it is to be away from a part of your family so I love snapping and sending cute photo updates so you can feel totally at ease while you're away from your fur kids. Each one of my guests gets treated like family with patience, compassion, and plenty of chin scritches and belly rubs (if allowed)!
I am in Lockport IL and visit the surrounding areas. I look forward to meeting and taking the best care of your cats when you are away!
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What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?
I love meeting new cats! And visiting the ones I have already made friends with. I love being able to make sure the parents know their cats are being well cared for, so they can relax.
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have 8 cats! Oy, Shanks, Tyson (she is a tripod!) Gus, Turbo, Thorz, and our newest additions Dante and Lilith.
Are you usually available during holidays?
Yes I typically am. We don't travel for holiday or do traditional family gatherings so I tend to have flexibility around the holidays
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In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Nicole is experienced with 3 types of medications
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Kathleen
July 18, 2026
We are so happy to have found a caring, loving, and experienced sitter like Nicole. She was wonderful, from booking to completion and we are already looking to hire her again! She spent lots of time with our 3 cats, giving meds and playing with them and doing her best to keep them on their regular schedules. She sent tons of great pictures and kept us updated every day. We couldn't have asked for a better eperience.
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Jasmina
April 4, 2026
Nicole was awesome taking care of my cat. My flight got cancelled and she made herself available for few extra days. She is extremely pleasant to work with, went above and beyond by watering my plants, bringing my mail in and taking care of packages. She provided excellent care for my cat and i was comfortable leaving my cat in her hands. She is very kind hearted and will choose her the next time I need her professional services. Thank you so much Nicole!
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Aaron
April 29, 2026
Nicole was great at communication and took good care of the cats!
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Melissa
August 4, 2025
Nicole is extremely passionate about cats, not only her own, but every cat that crosses her path. She is extremely reliable and trustworthy because of her love for cats.
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Shelbi
August 4, 2025
We are so lucky to have come across Nicole! She is an amazing caretaker for our cats while we are away. She sends plenty of pictures and updates with how they are doing. She knows each of their routines and ensures that they get plenty of play while she is at our home. She is respectful of our home and leaves it as she found it. She is reliable and is quick to update if any concerns arise with one of the cats. She takes her time with them and makes sure they both get all of their food and plenty of love too. Our cats love having her visit. We know they are in great hands while we are away. Would definitely recommend Nicole!
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Meowtel
August 4, 2025
Nicole is a background-checked cat sitter in the Lockport area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
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Drop in visits rates
Nicole's is 10%
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
These are the date ranges in 2027 to which the holiday surcharge applies:
- January 1-4: New Year's 2027
- January 15-21: MLK Day
- February 12-18: Presidents Day
- May 28-June 3: Memorial Day
- June 16-22: Juneteenth
- July 1-7: July 4th
- September 3-9: Labor Day
- October 8-14: Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day
- November 8-14: Veterans Day
- November 22-28: Thanksgiving
- December 22-28: Christmas
- December 29-31: New Year's 2028
Nicole's holiday surcharge is 10%.
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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.
Lockport cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $27.00. 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 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 Meet & Greet!
Rating breakdown
Kathleen
July 18, 2026
We are so happy to have found a caring, loving, and experienced sitter like Nicole. She was wonderful, from booking to completion and we are already looking to hire her again! She spent lots of time with our 3 cats, giving meds and playing with them and doing her best to keep them on their regular schedules. She sent tons of great pictures and kept us updated every day. We couldn't have asked for a better eperience.
Jasmina
April 4, 2026
Nicole was awesome taking care of my cat. My flight got cancelled and she made herself available for few extra days. She is extremely pleasant to work with, went above and beyond by watering my plants, bringing my mail in and taking care of packages. She provided excellent care for my cat and i was comfortable leaving my cat in her hands. She is very kind hearted and will choose her the next time I need her professional services. Thank you so much Nicole!
Aaron
April 29, 2026
Nicole was great at communication and took good care of the cats!
Melissa
August 4, 2025
Nicole is extremely passionate about cats, not only her own, but every cat that crosses her path. She is extremely reliable and trustworthy because of her love for cats.
Shelbi
August 4, 2025
We are so lucky to have come across Nicole! She is an amazing caretaker for our cats while we are away. She sends plenty of pictures and updates with how they are doing. She knows each of their routines and ensures that they get plenty of play while she is at our home. She is respectful of our home and leaves it as she found it. She is reliable and is quick to update if any concerns arise with one of the cats. She takes her time with them and makes sure they both get all of their food and plenty of love too. Our cats love having her visit. We know they are in great hands while we are away. Would definitely recommend Nicole!
Meowtel
August 4, 2025
Nicole is a background-checked cat sitter in the Lockport area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.