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I'm Cynthia

A cat sitter in South Elgin, IL

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I'm Cynthia | Cat Sitting in South Elgin, IL

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What is your experience with cat sitting, and how long have you been doing it?

I have been a cat sitter for Meowtel since November 20, 2021. I have also owned as many as 12 cats and have much experience with many different illnesses and treatments

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I love meeting new people, and I love meeting you cats. My most favorite part of cat sitting is when you have a very surprising breakthrough with a shy or timid cat.

Can you tell us about your favorite cat sitting reservation?

My favorite cat sitting reservation would definitely be one where all of the cats are super friendly and playful with me during the whole visit and I can engage them in different kinds of play

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have owned a total of 12 cats. Eight have went over the rainbow bridge. I currently have Oliver, who is our parking lot kitty, Nemo, who is our first special needs cat who is a tripod and a black cat, and I have the most darling bonded brother and sister gray tuxedo cats who are just adorable.

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a cat sitter?

First and foremost, look for somebody who is extremely trustworthy and conscientious, when it comes to, not only taking care of the cat, but the residence as well. While not always conducive, it is important that your cat sitter is closed just in case there is an emergency or inclement weather.

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

Respond quickly and be totally honest! Reach out right away and ask the customer when it’s convenient for them to have the first meet and greet. And then try to accommodate the request.

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

My home policy is never have two doors open at the same time. That prevents all escaping possibilities hundred percent. if you are coming in through a front door with no screen, make sure you are absolutely ready with something in front of you to prevent any cat from coming out the front door and don’t go in until you’re hundred percent sure no one will escape Keyword, here is patience!

Are you usually available during holidays?

I try extremely hard to schedule my vacations before and after major holidays. The only holidays I have limited availability would be Christmas Eve in the evening, Christmas Day in the evening and Easter in the evening.

What is your favorite cat toy?

Hands-down, my favorite cat toy is the worm! I have a secret worm club with a list of my most favorite clients who love to play with the worm. I have even taught cats to hunt the worm under a simple kitchen towel. Hands-down, this is the best technique to get a timid cats attention.

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

Number one rule, let the cat get used to your presence first off. Be still, be slow, be calculated in your movements. Let the cat get used to you before you make any fast or sudden movements. Never give up on a cat. My motto is no kitty left behind. Whether I have to lay on the floor and talk to a cat under a bed or perhaps toss a toy underneath the bed to coax them out. I will do it visit after visit after Visit . I have had cats that have taken me as much as two reservations to finally come out and I have had cats that have taken 12 visits to come out from under a bed. It’s very rewarding when that happens. My greatest conquest would definitely have to be nutmeg and Ali.

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Ellise

Ellise

great visits from Cynthia! she made sure to get the kitties’ medication and food correct, kept the litter boxes clean, and our shy kitties have warmed up to her because she is patient and calm with them. She does care for them like they are her own!

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
September 10, 2025
Becca

Becca

This past week was the second time Cynthia has watched baby Cruton for an entire week. Cynthia paid close attention to detail and went above and beyond what I asked for in care for Cruton. Cruton is a senior with anxiety and some tummy issues, and Cynthia made sure to ease into slowly earning her trust and also kept me in the loop with any issues she had. I will definitely always have Cynthia back whenever I am out of town. She is kind and goes above and beyond with her care and I can tell she is a true Cat lover. I’m so glad I found her!!

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
July 21, 2025
Cindy

Cindy

I never worry about my kitties when Cynthia is taking care of them. She has charmed my shy cats with all the toys she brings to play with them. Always leaves the house in tip top condition.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
This week
Lela

Lela

We had a fantastic experience with Cynthia caring for our cats while we were away. She kept us informed with updates and photos on every visit. We breathed much easier knowing our cats were in good hands. We will definitely book with Cynthia again and highly recommend her services.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
This week
Tracey

Tracey

Cynthia is truly amazing. She got my notoriously shy cat who is a world class “hider” to come out and even play with her. She cleaned better than I could and kept me up to date with how everything was going. She’s a gem.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
June 19, 2025
Lorraine

Lorraine

Cindy cares so much about the kitties she pet sits. She watches mannerisms and surroundings and will never hesitate to reach out to ask questions. We had a sutuation where my kitty needed to switch to wet food halfway through the visit schedule. Thank you Cindy for noticing and even being willing to go pick up extra food if needed. Cindy is an angel!!!

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
April 30, 2025
Lauren

Lauren

This is our second time with Cynthia and everything went very well again. She is thorough, attentive, communicative, and caring. Cynthia made it easier for us to be away from our cat on a long trip with consistent messages, updates, and photos. We really appreciate having someone we can trust we our cat!

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
July 24, 2025
Dawn

Dawn

Cynthia, or Cindy as she's affectionately known in our household (and probably by every feline she's ever graced with her care!), is simply the BEST cat caretaker we could ever ask for. Dependable doesn't even begin to cover it. Knowing Cindy is looking after our furry overlords brings a level of peace of mind that's truly priceless. It's abundantly clear that Cindy doesn't just "watch" cats; she adores them. She treats them like her own, showering them with affection, gentle pets, and of course, the all-important treats! Beyond her genuine love for cats, Cindy is incredibly patient and understanding. Case in point: a recent scheduling mix-up on my end. Instead of being frustrated, Cindy was incredibly gracious and worked with me to ensure our kitties were still well-cared for. That level of understanding and flexibility is rare and so appreciated. And trustworthiness? Impeccable. We feel completely comfortable leaving our home and our precious fur babies in her capable hands. If you're looking for someone who is reliable, truly loves cats, and is a genuine pleasure to work with, look no further than Cindy. She's not just a cat caretaker; she's practically a feline whisperer and a lifesaver for us busy pet parents. Five enthusiastic stars just aren't enough! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐+++🧶🐈🐾😻🐈‍⬛

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
April 25, 2025
Allison

Allison

Cyndi has cared for my two kitties and one betta fish twice — and she exceeded my expectations each time. About a month before my initial trip, Cyndi came to the house, met the kitties/fish, and walked through the routine with me (which includes ~ 12 pages of cat care / home basics). She asked a lot of great questions, studied them, and later asked more, just to clarify certain points. One of my kitties is ~ 16 years old and requires various types of medication. He can sometimes be difficult to pill — but Cyndi handled it like a pro. Both kitties can be finicky about eating when I’m gone; again, this wasn’t a problem for Cyndi. A few butt scoots and barfs happened while I was gone — I couldn’t even tell where they happened because Cyndi cleaned up so well. When I came home after Trip 1, both kitties came out and calmly greeted me — they didn’t give me their usual cold shoulder routine. I’ve been very impressed with Cyndi and how receptive my kitties (and fish) were to her — so much so that I try to schedule my personal trips around her schedule whenever possible. I highly recommend her services!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
September 18, 2024
Claire

Claire

Cynthia has sat for my two boys twice. I forgot to review the first time, so I’m going to try and make up for it now. The first time she cared for my boys I had just moved them into a new place 3 days prior to my having to leave town. My younger one wouldn’t come out from under the couch, but Cynthia was gentle and patient, and by the time I was back both were happily settled into their new home. So when I had to leave town on short notice this past week, I was thrilled to see that Cynthia had availability. The boys remembered her instantly and it was obvious in the photos and videos how happy they were to have their new friend back to play with. Cynthia provides a level of love and care for the cats she sits that is rare, and I can’t imagine using anyone else going forward.

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
April 18, 2024
Mary

Mary

This will be my second time having Cynthia watch my two cats. She’s wonderful. The communication is great and my cats who are scared of everyone respond well to her. I could enjoy my vacation knowing my cats were well cared for.

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
June 17, 2025
Cynthia

Cynthia

Cynthia was a fantastic pet sitter for our cats. This was the first time we had been away from them for more than half a day and I was very anxious about it. We were gone for five days and she took excellent care of them. She is very diligent about not only sending updates after every visit, but also aftercare cleanup. Cynthia went out of her way to make sure the cats we’re getting fed on the agreed timetable, boxes cleaned frequently and a lot of playtime. I know the next time we go on a trip, she will be my go to pet sitter. 😸

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
August 20, 2024
Lauren

Lauren

Cynthia did an AMAZING job with my cats. All of my instructions were followed to the letter, even putting the garbage out and bringing the cans in. Our 20 year old cat needs Miralax and she even suggested a new and more efficient way for her to get the entire dose. (Previously we were putting into food, she suggested making it into a "broth" using some of the juices and then giving it to her via syringe). Very impressed! Her updates include more details than you can ever ask for which I really appreciate. It lets me know my cats are in great hands. Cindy has a way with cats and you can absolutely tell she is passionate about their care and welfare. I have already booked her for another upcoming trip.

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
December 1, 2023
Heidi

Heidi

What can I say about Cynthia? Everything positive! She took the time to befriend my shy kitty, and in no time both were following her about the house. Cynthia's updates are so detailed, and knowing that she loves cats as much as I do is extra reassuring. (And I'm the sort that has cat statues about the home.) Don't hesitate to book Cynthia!

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
October 20, 2024
Cassandra

Cassandra

This was our first time traveling together and leaving our cats since before the pandemic, so it was scary for all of us but Cynthia took the time to try and befriend them, even when they were being shy and hiding. My kitties were well cared for and content when we returned. I feel much better knowing I have someone I can trust to look after them when we are out of town!

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
September 20, 2024
Maira

Maira

Cynthia is a professional! She became friends with my shy cat so fast! She also provides a detailed update with photos and different toys for kitty to try. I’m comfortable leaving my cat at home while I travel, Cynthia will take care of him.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
September 12, 2024
Dawn

Dawn

Peace of mind purrfectly provided! We were so grateful to have Cynthia look after our kitties while we were away. Cynthia was incredibly attentive and caring, and our cats seemed happy and relaxed when we returned. We especially appreciated the daily updates with pictures, keeping everything immaculate and spending much time playing with them. We are able to enjoy our time away knowing they are well taken care of. We highly recommend Cynthia to anyone looking for a top-notch cat sitter!

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
July 9, 2024
Heidi

Heidi

Cynthia is a cat whisperer; my less-shy kitty adores Cynthia, and my more-shy kitty emerged and played with her.

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
May 12, 2024
Sophia

Sophia

Cynthia is absolutely fantastic. She not only makes sure the kitties are well taken care of, but she also cleans everything in her wake by bringing her own supplies and plays with toys she brings. To say she’s prepared is an understatement. She truly cares about the care she’s providing, and she gave me so much peace of mind as a pet parent. I couldn’t recommend her more.

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
May 5, 2024
Ellise

Ellise

Cynthia was wonderful at caring for our cats. medications were given correctly, instructions followed to a T, she even noticed that one of our kitties had a watery eye and let us know so we were aware. she’s great!

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
March 8, 2024
Patty

Patty

I was so pleased with Cynthia. The daily updates helped put me at ease with leaving a senior kitty in someone else’s care. Not easy at his age. Cynthia is knowledgeable , detailed, and would highly recommend her! 5 stars!

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
January 19, 2024
Gloria

Gloria

Cynthia has cared for my 3 kitties twice now. Most recently, she came over every day for 10 days while we were in Hawaii. My cats all have 3 different personalities, and she customizes her care and play time to make sure that they are all happy with the attention they get (2 of them) or to be left alone (1 of them). Cynthia is extremely detailed in her feeding and box cleaning process, and she provides daily updates that include pictures and videos. She even made sure our house was secured on a day that had very high winds. It makes vacation that much more relaxing to know that my babies were in the great hands of a caring professional while we were so far away from home.

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
November 17, 2022
Lauren

Lauren

This is the Second time I have used Cynthia. The second visit went just as well as the first one. I think the best part is coming home to such a clean house. There’s no garbage smell, everything is cleaned up and I don’t have to do a thing! She even took my garbage cans out for me and garbage day. She leaves the most wonderful loaf of bread and a nice welcome home letter too There is no one else I would trust my senior kitty to. Cynthia feeds my cat properly with her MiraLAX mixed in the food and she gives her a pill each time she visits. You have no worries when Cynthia comes to your home to Catsit!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
August 22, 2022
Gail

Gail

Cynthia did an outstanding job taking care of my 18 year old deaf cat. Cynthia sent reassuring pictures and updates at each visit and my cat loved her! Cynthia pays special attention to every possible detail you would want when you allow someone to come into your home and care for your pet. Cynthia even brought in my mail and left the house and litter box area spotless. Cynthia is very conscientious about her work and I highly recommend her.

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
September 16, 2023
Tracey

Tracey

This is the second time we’ve used Cynthia to care for our 13 year old cat and once again she was fantastic. our cat is extremely shy and facing some health challenges and Cynthia was patient and informative and she left the litter boxes and surrounding areas cleaner than she found them! I will continue to use Cynthia every time I have a need.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
May 19, 2023
Andreas

Andreas

Cynthia is a wonderful lady. She responded quickly to my reservation. She took such good care of Fritz and played with him, sending me pictures of their time together. Her daily updates were excellent. My house was respected, clean and tidy. She washed his bowls, cleaned the litter box and touch up vacuumed around it. I'm sure that Fritz was happy to stay in his own home rather than at a kennel. Cynthia returned my house key the day I returned home and baked me a small bread cake. So thoughtful. I will use Cynthia again when I am out of town. Thank you Cynthia!!!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
May 1, 2023
Daniela

Daniela

My husband and I had to travel urgently so we had to book a cat sitter very quickly. We were lucky to find Cynthia available so we made the reservation in the app and she was able to meet us the same day. From the moment we started our conversation, Cynthia was very friendly and gave us confidence about her service. She explained clearly all considerations she takes and asked specifics about our kittens. She was very professional, our kitties loved her and we had a pleasant trip. Without hesitate we will choose Cynthia again.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
September 5, 2022
Tom

Tom

Cynthia is a gem, plain and simple. Her pictures and videos are wonderful and her detailed reports are great. She succeeds in charming even our shy little one out of her shell.

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
February 22, 2024
Tracey

Tracey

Cindy did a great job with my very skittish cat. She was sensitive to her personality & her needs, & cleaned very thoroughly after accidents happened. She watered my plants too. I loved the daily pictures & summaries. I felt like I was chatting with a friend! I’d definitely use Cindy again!!

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
May 4, 2022
Michele

Michele

Cindy did a great job with my 2 cats. She went above and beyond with cleanup as my one cats was a bit stressed and had a few accidents. She checked in after every visit and sent pictures of my kitties so I knew all was well at home. I will definitely use her again next time I need a sitter.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
April 19, 2022
Mary

Mary

Very happy with Cynthia watching our cats. I enjoyed my trip knowing she visited at consistent times keeping my cat’s feeding schedule normal. The play time helped keep the cats entertained and the updates after every visit were great to know how each cat was doing. I will definitely be rebooking with her when I travel again.

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
November 6, 2023
Ellise

Ellise

things went great with Cynthia! she sent lots of photos of the kitties, the food and medicine prep- she left us feeling confident they were in good hands!

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
August 28, 2023
Anthony

Anthony

Cyndi did an absolutely fabulous job. This is the 3rd time I have reserved Cyndi and my cats love her. She spends a lot of time with them, petting and playing. She is meticulous in the feeding schedule, making sure the litterbox is clean and fiunctioning. She provides fresh water in clean bowls every day. I cannot give her a higher rating.

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
June 9, 2023
Naomi

Naomi

Cynthia, you are truly amazing and we are extremely grateful for your services while we were away for 2 weeks! Not only did you take good care of our 2 furbababies, you went above and beyond, and spent extra time playing with them. You took care of everything leaving us no worries ~ water, food, litter boxes, photos, and even bringing supplies and taking the rubbish with you ~ thank you for being so mindful & tidy. Your love of animals is abundantly apparent, and we are grateful to have you as part of our family now! Again, thank you!

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
March 26, 2023
Doug

Doug

I was very happy with Cynthia as a cat sitter. She was thorough and careful. She was very communicative with me throughout the week + that I was gone. I got an ***** every day. My cat doesn’t like most people, but Cindy still made the extra effort to get a look at her each day to be sure the cat was OK. I would definitely use Cindy’s cat sitting services again.

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
January 18, 2023
Jennifer

Jennifer

My two boys and I couldn't be happier we booked Cynthia to cat sit for a long weekend! She kept this human happy by being responsive, timely, and communicated throughout my trip; my messy boys had full hearts with lots of play time and attention. Will book again! 5 days, 2x/day @45m

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
October 25, 2022
Lindsey

Lindsey

Cynthia was amazing! She really took great care of my two cats. She spent time playing with them and kept their litter boxes clean and their food bowls clean which I really appreciate. We came home to a clean home with happy cats and we cannot wait to use her again in the near future!!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
September 30, 2022
Holli

Holli

Cindy was great! The cats were taken care of and the food and litter areas were cleaner than when I left.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
August 26, 2022
Kitty

Kitty

Cynthia is simply the best! She’s friendly, thorough, experienced and goes above and beyond for us and our cats! She even makes homemade treats for us upon our return! We should be making HER treats! She always writes a detailed message about how our cat fam is doing, including pics that make us miss them all the more. But we know they are in the best hands (paws) possible!!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
August 9, 2022
Paige

Paige

Cynthia went above and beyond for my three cats while we were away! After just moving to the area, I was nervous to leave them with just anyone. But Cynthia proved to not only be kind and gentle with them, but she even cleaned up any messes and played with them plenty! They were very happy when we returned home and had plenty of food and water.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
April 27, 2022
Caren

Caren

I had a Pet Sitter cancel from another company the day before I was to leave for 10 days. So very grateful that I found Cynthia and Meowtel ! She is a fantastic cat sitter ! She came twice a day. I got great messages and pictures. She is very trustworthy and her attention to all the detailed instructions was great ! I feel lucky to have found her and will definetely use her in the future !

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
August 9, 2022
Mike

Mike

As a repeat client, my cats loved and recognized Cynthia. She stayed as long as she could and did a thorough job again, with plenty of pics and words afterwards. Cynthia will be my go-to from now on!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
September 27, 2023
Kelly

Kelly

PURRfect job! First time using Cynthia. Got many photos and videos to put my mind at ease that both my cats were doing well. She cleaned up after them, played with them and went above and beyond!

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
July 5, 2023
Anthony

Anthony

Cyndi did a great job. Both my cats seemed to love her and she was very communicative which made it stress free. Cyndi spent a lot of time playing with them which I know they enjoyed. Will use her and Meowtel again.

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
April 30, 2023
Michele

Michele

This is my 2nd time using Cynthia and I couldn't be happier. She takes of my cats like they are her own. I received daily updates with pictures so I knew everything was okay.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
September 23, 2022
Lauren

Lauren

Cindy was incredibly thorough and professional, from our messages to the first meet-up to the pet care. Our home was kept so clean and nice. We received daily updates about the pets, along with photos. I was nervous to use a pet sitting service rather than someone I knew, but Cindy was so professional and made me comfortable and confident that our animals were well cared for. I would absolutely be happy to have Cindy back again in the future. Her services and responsiveness really made our time away stress-free. Highly recommend!

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
April 12, 2022
Karen

Karen

Cynthia is ver reliable and sends us very detailed updates after every visit and she also sends wonderful pictures.

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
July 9, 2024
Kim

Kim

Cynthia did amazing once again with our girls, making sure all their needs were taken care of and the house was tidy to come home to! Our girls look like they're having a great time playing with her each day and love her bag of fun toys!

Meowtel-verified reservation 2+ weeks long
November 4, 2025
Troy

Troy

Great communication, always sending videos pictures and updates, just an awesome sitter, I highly recommend Cynthia

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
October 15, 2025
Todd

Todd

Cynthia took great care with my cat, gave him his medicine every day, and lots of good play time. Great updates from her, too, which were very comforting.

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
July 1, 2025
Ellise

Ellise

My cats are ‘repeat customers’ with Cynthia. As always, she did a great job with their food, meds, cleaning up after them. they are very wary of strangers, but have really warmed up to her thanks to her gentle nature!

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
October 22, 2025
Kelly

Kelly

Cynthia did a wonderful job caring for my two boys. I received great updates and photos and she was thorough with their care and cleanup. It was nice to be able to relax knowing they were in good hands.

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
August 30, 2023
Karen

Karen

Excellent service, kept us informed after every visit with notes and pictures. We will be happy to use Cynthia again.

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
October 23, 2023
Julia

Julia

Cynthia was great. She was consistent with communication and updated me on everything she did. I appreciate having someone I can trust to take care of my kitties.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
July 19, 2024
Lauren

Lauren

There’s no one else I would rather trust my cats with than Cynthia. One of my cats was sick before we went out of town and steadily declined as we were gone. Cynthia gave us detailed updates twice a day. Not only did she thoroughly clean up many spots of throw up and diarrhea, she took my cat to an emergency vet hospital 40 minutes away and was there for 3 hours until we decided the cat needed to be hospitalized. She is very dedicated to the health and well being of the animals that are in her temporary care and truly loves and cares for them. You couldn’t ask for a better cat sitter.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
June 3, 2022
Gail

Gail

Cynthia was wonderful. She took care of my cat like it was her own. My cat loved her and I’m so thankful that I was able to find Cynthia. She is simply awesome!

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
October 8, 2025
Claire

Claire

Cynthia continues to impress. She has now sat for my two boys a number of times and I never have to worry about whether or not they’re getting all the attention they need. I will continue to recommend her to all my friends and colleagues in the area.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
July 26, 2024
Doug

Doug

Cynthia always does a fantastic job. this time she also had to handle a couple of messes that were the result of some kitty naughtiness. it’s great to know I can always count on her!

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
October 21, 2024
Eka

Eka

First time using Meowtel for our weekend trip. I'm so glad I found Cynthia. She really took care of our fur babies and gave me updates. I will definitely have Cynthia to watch our cats from now on. Thank you for going above and beyond and taking care of our cats!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
May 28, 2024
Kelly

Kelly

This was our first reservation with Meowtel and Cynthia. Cynthia not only took care of the necessities (boxes, Food, water, vomit, etc) but she also spent time playing with our boys in our absence. She provided very detailed updates and plenty of photos so that we could be assured we left our furbabies in good hands!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
March 27, 2024
Kathryn

Kathryn

Cynthia is the best cat sitter that I have ever experienced !!! She was engaged with my cat, brought her own „magic” toys, sent pictures and videos of him after each visit. When we came home, place was sparkling clean, and there was a delicious chocolate chip bread with a welcoming note waiting for us. Thank you!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
October 17, 2022
Lauren

Lauren

As usual Cynthia went above and beyond taking care of our cats. She is so thorough and gives great detailed updates that really put me at ease. She loves and cares for each cat as if they were her own.

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
January 19, 2024
Stevi

Stevi

Cynthia is amazing and gave us such peace of mind while away! Our kitties just love her. We're all in great hands with her. Can't recommend her enough.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
May 21, 2025
Ellise

Ellise

Cynthia is great! Extremely detail oriented as always, very sensitive to the kitties and their personalities and needs, their ‘usual’ process, and so on. we leave them in good hands with Cynthia!

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
March 3, 2024
Lori

Lori

This was my first time using Meowtel. I was hesitate on leaving my two kittens for the first time when the day came. Cynthia was great!!! Kept me well informed and sent pictures. Made me reassured that my kittens were well taken care off. Would highly recommend!!

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
April 3, 2022
Mary

Mary

Highly recommend. She is an excellent pet sitter and my cat who is afraid of everything loves her.

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
October 28, 2025
Kim

Kim

Cynthia was amazing! She was very communicative in every aspect and very quick to respond. She was great about asking for clarification if she wasn't sure what we or our kitties needed. She brings all her own supplies and treats your house respectfully and I swear she had the room the kitty boxes are in even cleaner than we left! We were super impressed and so were our cats, her updates showed she spent quality time with them each visit and they loved her toy bag the most! She definitely went above and beyond for our girls! We're already rebooking her for our next trip!

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
September 24, 2023
Gloria

Gloria

I was going to Europe for a really long trip, the longest I would ever be away from my cats. Cynthia took great care of my girls and provided detailed updates every day. She even had the patience to make friends with my shyest kitty, who she has never even gotten to see on previous visits. My cats got wonderful care and attention.

Meowtel-verified reservation 2+ weeks long
June 28, 2023
Danielle

Danielle

My cat Fynn is a repeat customer of Cynthia. He’s a snuggler and does not like to be alone. Cynthia is wonderful about feeding him, playing with him, and living in him. She even hung out with him during a thunder storm because she noticed how anxious he was. Fynn says we definitely need Cynthia to visit next time I go on a trip.

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
April 23, 2023
Shae

Shae

Reservation is quick and easy. Cynthia always accommodates any request and more. She is very caring not just with the pets but with the house as well. She loves playing with the cats and the cats love her back. She is very professional, nice and kind. I will always book her if I can for all my future needs for cat sitting.

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
August 25, 2022
Arthur

Arthur

Excellent job. Kept me well informed and took great care of my cats. I had no concerns and was relieved to have her checking on them

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
April 17, 2025
Lorraine

Lorraine

Cynthia takes care of my Clari as of she was her own. So responsive. Photos every visit! Cares for the house as well

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
December 21, 2022
Paige

Paige

We have trusted Cynthia for years with our three cats. She always goes above and beyond making sure that my animals are taken care of and that I have plenty of video/photos while I’m away. She makes them feel very loved and I’m very happy we found someone who loves our cats like her own.

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
November 17, 2025
Gloria

Gloria

Cynthia is always amazing, but for this trip she even had to brave terrible winter weather, which gave me the peace of mind to enjoy a family wedding. I knew my kitties are in great hands with her.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
January 15, 2024
Becka

Becka

Cynthia did a great job! She is very responsible and caring. She gives a lot of updates and goes above and beyond. Including keeping the area clean, cleaning litter boxes and dishes ect. It helps to give me peace of mind when I am away!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
February 20, 2023
Cindy

Cindy

Cynthia is a great cat sitter. I do not worry about my babies when she takes care of them. She always keeps me posted on what they are up to.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
October 16, 2025
Susan

Susan

Our house was immaculate and our kitties were well fed and cared for.

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
June 10, 2025
Kim

Kim

Cynthia came to watch our kitties again and did not disappoint! They absolutely love her and her bag of goodies. She diligently makes sure not only your kitties but your house is taken care of. We get updates throughout the visit and they looked like they were having the time of their life hanging out with Cynthia!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
December 17, 2024
David

David

Need a sitter for your cat? Let me save you the time searching for one...hire Cynthia! We were in need of a cat sitter with short notice to take care of our 3 cats for 4 days. Cynthia came over for a meet and greet within hours after making a reservation. She is professional, caring, kind, thoughtful, and loves cats. She kept us updated after each visit and shared many photos via the easy-to-use Meowtel app. Areas around the litter box and food were always kept clean using her own cleaning supplies. She played with the cats and I felt comforted that they were in good hands. If you want a mature individual that will provide the kind of care to your felines like you provide, look no further. She does so much more than just change the litter box and provide food and water. Worth every penny!! Give her a shot. You'll receive a great experience and never worry again about finding someone to care for your cats in the future, whether you need her for one day or an extended visit. You won't be disappointed!!

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
August 30, 2022
Cindy

Cindy

This is my first time having Cynthia take care of my cats. She did a great job. I will feel very comfortable having her take care of my cats in the future.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
June 27, 2025
Julia

Julia

Cynthia did a great job of keeping me informed with pictures and messages.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
September 9, 2024
Gloria

Gloria

Cynthia is the best caretaker. Even my shy one knows her so well that she no longer hides when Cynthia comes over.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
July 30, 2024
Lorraine

Lorraine

Cindy is so trustworthy and so kind! our cat is not a fan of very many people. but she is a happy camper when Cindy comes to visit. Thank you Cindy for taking great care of our house, and for caring for our cat the way that we would. ♥️

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
October 16, 2024
Tom

Tom

The first time using a new sitter for our fur babies always causes a *little* anxiety. They were in the best of hands and really put our minds at ease. Even our shy one had the best pictures!

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
September 29, 2023
Lori

Lori

I don’t even know what to say about Cynthia, but I am SO lucky I found her. Thank you for going above and beyond every time!! I always know my babies are in good hands and well taken care of!!! Thank you!!!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
November 30, 2022
Hollie

Hollie

Cynthia is a wonderful person. She is super sweet and caring. My cat Willie and I liked her immediately. I felt good leaving my fur baby in her hands. She is always welcome and will be my first choice!

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
February 16, 2022
Caroline

Caroline

Cynthia was excellent - very professional and reliable . We felt that our cat and home were in capable hands. An all around positive experience. We are grateful!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
April 7, 2025
Gloria

Gloria

Cynthia continues to care for my cats as if they were her own. With this visit she also made herself available for a possible emergency visit when we had flight delays. Traveling is stress free for us, knowing our babies are in great hands.

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
November 26, 2023
Danielle

Danielle

Cynthia is amazing. My cat Fynn was the happiest I have ever seen him during her visits and after I returned home. Cynthia sends photos and updates after each visit. She goes above and beyond to make sure you and your fur baby are comfortable and happy. I am booking with her any time I travel.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
October 10, 2022
Jasmin

Jasmin

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
This week
Jennifer

Jennifer

My cats LOVE seeing Cynthia, and I know they recieve the best care and attention while I'm away.

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
This month
Sarah

Sarah

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
This month
Karen

Karen

Cynthia is a very conscientious caring person. She always takes wonderful care of my cat. Anything I ask her to do she is very happy to do for us. We would highly recommend her to anyone who needs someone to take care of their cat.

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
This month
Becky

Becky

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
This month
Claire

Claire

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
This month
Doug

Doug

Meowtel-verified reservation 2+ weeks long
December 4, 2025
Gloria

Gloria

Cynthia takes phenomenal care of my cats, and has done so for three years now.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
December 4, 2025
Jasmin

Jasmin

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
November 30, 2025
Katsuaki

Katsuaki

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
November 22, 2025
Lorraine

Lorraine

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
November 20, 2025
Liz

Liz

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
November 15, 2025
Eka

Eka

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
November 10, 2025
Jasmin

Jasmin

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
November 9, 2025
Cindy

Cindy

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
October 27, 2025
Doug

Doug

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
October 24, 2025
Maira

Maira

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
October 21, 2025
Claire

Claire

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
September 18, 2025
Cindy

Cindy

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
September 11, 2025
Doug

Doug

Cynthia is so consistent and reliable. I never worry about the cates when I’m traveling because I know they’re in good hands!

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
September 10, 2025
Claire

Claire

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
September 7, 2025
Jennifer

Jennifer

Cynthia always does an amazing job. Gus + Moth absolutely adore her, and I come home to happy (not grumpy) cats. Every. Single. Time.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
September 3, 2025
Stacy

Stacy

Cynthia shows up on time and puts extra effort into making sure my cat is happy and well cared for.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
September 1, 2025
Gloria

Gloria

This visit was amazing as always. The level of care and attention to detail are perfect.

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
August 20, 2025
Kelly

Kelly

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
August 11, 2025
Becca

Becca

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
August 11, 2025
Doug

Doug

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
July 31, 2025
Cindy

Cindy

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
July 29, 2025
Ellise

Ellise

Cynthia, as always, did a great job. She takes care of our kitties like they are her own, and goes above and beyond to ensure we return to a clean home with happy cats!

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
July 20, 2025
Carol

Carol

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
July 19, 2025
Sarah

Sarah

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
July 17, 2025
Becky

Becky

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
July 7, 2025
Barbara

Barbara

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
July 7, 2025
Stacy

Stacy

Cynthia was on time and on point. We would book her again.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
July 4, 2025
Doug

Doug

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
July 3, 2025
Becky

Becky

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
July 3, 2025
Sarah

Sarah

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
July 2, 2025
Gloria

Gloria

One of the main reasons I've been able to enjoy traveling the last few years is because of Cynthia. She takes exceptional care of my cats, as well as any fosters I may have at the time.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
June 28, 2025
Megan

Megan

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
June 21, 2025
Kathryn

Kathryn

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
June 20, 2025
Cassandra

Cassandra

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
June 19, 2025
Arthur

Arthur

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
June 13, 2025
Liz

Liz

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
June 13, 2025
Dawn

Dawn

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
June 12, 2025
Katsuaki

Katsuaki

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
June 8, 2025
Kim

Kim

Cynthia did great with our girls once again. They absolutely love playing with her and she does great taking care of all the tasks to keep them on their routine.

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
May 27, 2025
Jasmin

Jasmin

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
May 27, 2025
Lorraine

Lorraine

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
May 25, 2025
Cassandra

Cassandra

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
May 20, 2025
Becky

Becky

Meowtel-verified reservation with twice per day visits
May 19, 2025
Kim

Kim

Cynthia did great again with our kitties. They love playing with her and she does a wonderful job going above and beyond with our requested tasks and tidying up after the girls!

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
April 29, 2025
Becky

Becky

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
April 27, 2025
Liz

Liz

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
April 11, 2025
Kelly

Kelly

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
April 7, 2025
Shakir

Shakir

As always Cynthia has been an incredible care taker for our cats. Super grateful for her support when we need. Thank You.

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
April 6, 2025
Sarah

Sarah

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
April 6, 2025
Liz

Liz

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
April 2, 2025
Doug

Doug

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
March 30, 2025
Glenn

Glenn

Dexter loves her. That’s all that needs to be said.

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
March 27, 2025
Kathryn

Kathryn

Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
March 26, 2025
Claire

Claire

Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
March 10, 2025

Cynthia's First Service Area & Rates

  • Free Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $26.00 / 20min $37.00 / 45min $50.50 / 60min
  • Cynthia's Holiday Surcharge is 15%
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Cynthia's Second Service Area & Rates

  • Free Meet & Greets
  • Drop-in visits to your home
  • $29.50 / 20min $38.00 / 45min $51.00 / 60min
  • Cynthia's Holiday Surcharge is 20%
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Cynthia's Qualifications & Experience

Transportation

  • Car

Medication Experience

  • Topical Ointments
  • Eye/Ear Drops
  • Oral Medication / Pills
  • Inhalers

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 Meowtel Protection Plan 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

South Elgin cat sitting rates will vary based on the pet sitter's experience and expertise, but the average price for a cat sitter is $27.00. 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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