I'm Kathleen

Kathleen's Worry-Free Cat Sitting

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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

Kathleen is experienced with 2 types of medications

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops

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Kathleen's Worry-Free Cat Sitting

I'm Kathleen

Cat Sitting in Orland Park, IL

Cats have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember and still are. I currently have 4 cats, Cosmic (18 years old), Jingle (16 years old), Berri and Gerri (6 years old). I used to foster for a local rescue and that is how I welcomed Berri and Gerri into my home, I was a "Pandemic Foster Failure". I wanted my children to grow up wih cats, like I did and that is how Cosmic came into our lives when he was a kitten from P.A.W.S. of Tinley Park. Cosmic was adopted with his sister Daisy, but unfortunately Daisy was diagnosed with epilepsy at the age of one. Daisy passed from complications with epilepsy and Cosmic was lonely for a sister. That is how Jingle became part of our family right before Thanksgiving from P.A.W.S. of Tinley Park... Cats have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember and still are. I currently have 4 cats, Cosmic (18 years old), Jingle (16 years old), Berri and Gerri (6 years old). I used to foster for a local rescue and that is how I welcomed Berri and Gerri into my home, I was a "Pandemic Foster Failure". I wanted my children to grow up wih cats, like I did and that is how Cosmic came into our lives when he was a kitten from P.A.W.S. of Tinley Park. Cosmic was adopted with his sister Daisy, but unfortunately Daisy was diagnosed with epilepsy at the age of one. Daisy passed from complications with epilepsy and Cosmic was lonely for a sister. That is how Jingle became part of our family right before Thanksgiving from P.A.W.S. of Tinley Park.
With having four cats right now, it is more difficult for me to foster, so now for the past 5 years I have volunteered at P.A.W.S. of Tinley Park with my daughter. By working at P.A.W.S. and fostering for many years I am trained to look for anything out of the ordinary with a cat, whether it is a sniffle or they are not eating their food, which must be documented and looked into.

I want to be a cat sitter because I know how hard it is to find someone you trust to take care of your cat. It seems like, where I live, that there is not many options for places to take your cat for short or long periods of time for boarding. It seems that most places only cater to dogs and if they do have a cat area, it is very minimal and very uninviting. It is also very stressful for cats to leave their home because they usually don't leave their homes like dogs do on a daily basis. I luckily have a family member who takes care of my cats when I am away and I know some do not have that person and that is why I would like to cat sit.

I sell real estate and have done so for the past 15 years. The areas I serve would be the southern suburbs of Chicago.

Learn More About Kathleen

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

Yes, I had 4, unfortunately my Jingle passed August 4, 2025 (my mother's birthday). She passed peacefully at home with my kids and I by her side. A day does not go by that I think about her. Cosmic who will be 19 this year. I call him my little old man. Berri and Gerri who will be 7 this April (my foster failures). You can see their pictures, which some do not include.

How do you ensure the safety & security of the cats and the home while cat sitting?

On my meet and greet this is always something I discuss with parents. Does your kitty greet you at the door? If they do I usually bring a jacket to put in front of me as I enter, this helps to move them away from the door. Never use your foot or leg to do this. If I am entering through a garage, I make sure the door is completely down before entering the property. I have sold real estate for 15 years and have shown numerous homes, so I am a pro at keeping a home secure.

Are you usually available during holidays?

Yes, I usually am available during the holidays. My family is local, so I still have time for the kitties.

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

First rule, always go slow. I find that if you get down to their level and just talk to them, it eases their anxiety. Never force anything a cat will come to you if they are comfortable and want to. With nervous/shy babies, I usually sit on the floor and talk to them. This seems to work and they will come out to see me.


Medication Experience:

Topical Ointments Eye/Ear Drops

Skills:

Shelter Volunteer

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Tina

Tina

March 3, 2026

Kathleen is detail oriented and conscientious about all needs - not only about our kitty, but about our home, which makes times away so much easier for our family. Kathleen’s a gem, and we’re so glad she’s “our” sitter!

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Sheila

Sheila

March 31, 2026

This is the 4th or 5th time I have had Kathleen watch my cats and I can rave about her all day! My cats are comfortable with her and she has a very calming disposition. She goes above and beyond, cleaning boxes, water bowls, brining in my mail, etc... I will never use anyone but kathleen!

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Heather

Heather

October 23, 2025

Kathy was wonderful with our cats and we came home to three happy, healthy girls as well as a clean home with watered plants. We were able to really enjoy our honeymoon knowing that our gals were being so well taken care of and getting the daily updates.

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Tina

Tina

October 21, 2025

Kathleen is consistently observant and covers all details as we have discussed regarding my 2 boys - with one that is hyperthyroid. They are comfortable with her, and I can relax knowing she’s keeping an eye on anything unusual. Kathleen is timely, thorough and communicative via updates, reporting anything that she feels may be of concern or note. She enables my A-type personality to relax, and that makes my family happy.

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Michelle

Michelle

December 15, 2024

Kathleen provided excellent updates and photos. She was very mindful of my very shy girlie and let her decide the pace and level of interaction. She was very respectful of my home, and brought in the mail and packages. I was able to fully relax on my vacation, trusting Kathleen was taking good care of my senior cats. I wouldn’t hesitate to hire her again.

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Tina

Tina

September 5, 2025

Kathleen is Thorough. Conscientious. Thoughtful. Detail oriented. Responsive. And best of all, my kitties are super-comfortable with her. I get updates (written and photo - which I love to see) from Kathleen in a timely manner and if she has concerns or observations, I learn about them right away so that we can problem solve asap and as needed. My boys are happy and relaxed, and therefore, so am I!

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Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$34.00 / 20min
$44.00 / 45min
$60.00 / 60min

Overnight stay rate

$110.00 / Overnight

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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.

Orland Park cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $26.00. 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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