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Your Trusted Chicago Cat Sitting Experts
At Lakeview Pet Care, we specialize in providing compassionate in-home cat sitting services tailored to maintain your feline companion's routine. Our team of dedicated, local cat lovers ensures your pet receives personalized attention, from daily feeding and litter maintenance to playtime and medication administration. With over 1,300 monthly visits across Chicago, we prioritize reliability, transparency, and Fear Free strategies to minimize stress for both pets and owners.Our service guarantees no hidden fees, including no cancellation or late-booking charges, and we operate with a commitment to continuous improvement through client feedback and professional development.
Services
In-Home Cat Sitting
Medication Administration
Emergency Care Coordination
Playtime & Grooming
Litter Scooping
Feeding Services
Fear Free Visits
Multiple Cat Care
Holiday Scheduling
Complimentary Consultations
Highlights and features
- We offer dedicated sitters who build relationships with your cat for consistent, personalized care.
- Our transparent pricing includes no hidden fees, cancellation charges, or late-booking penalties.
- Fear Free certified team members trained to reduce stress during visits.
- Experienced in administering medications and providing specialized care.
- Serving over 30 Chicago neighborhoods with flexible scheduling and emergency support.
Associations and certifications
- Licensed
- Bonded
- Insured
What people say
Amazing service
Reliable caregivers
Peace of mind
Detailed updates
Genuine cat lovers
Services
In-Home Cat Sitting
Our in-home cat sitting service maintains your pet's routine with 20-30 minute visits for feeding, water refreshment, litter scooping, and playtime. Sitters adapt to individual needs, including administering medications for an additional fee. Visits ensure cats remain comfortable in familiar surroundings while owners travel with peace of mind.
Medication Administration
Trained professionals provide oral medications, injections, and specialized care during Extra Care Visits. Sitters coordinate with veterinarians to ensure proper administration techniques and maintain detailed records for client updates. This service requires advance scheduling due to high demand for skilled caregivers.
Emergency Support
Immediate response to health concerns includes contacting owners or emergency contacts and transporting cats to veterinary clinics if necessary. Emergency services charge $50/hour for urgent situations, with clear communication throughout the process to ensure timely, appropriate care for critical conditions.
Fear Free Visits
Certified Fear Free practitioners implement strategies to minimize feline anxiety through scent management, gentle handling, and environmental enrichment. Techniques include pheromone diffusers, quiet approaches, and positive reinforcement to create positive associations with visits while maintaining essential care routines.
Holiday Scheduling
Guaranteed holiday coverage with advance booking for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year periods. Standard visits include adjusted timing considerations during peak seasons, with $10 surcharges applied to regular rates for holiday appointments.
People
Emily
Owner
Founder of Lakeview Pet Care with four rescue cats, Emily brings extensive experience through fostering with Cat Cade. She ensures prompt communication and maintains 12,000+ cat photos documenting client visits and her own feline companions.
Haley
Senior Cat Sitter
First hire at Lakeview Pet Care, Haley combines photography skills with cat care expertise. She trains cats tricks and provides detailed visual updates while maintaining professional standards through her work showcased on the company's Instagram.
Leann
Lead Caregiver
Ten-year pet care veteran with medication administration certification. Leann's orange tabby Munster inspires her dedication to individualized attention, ensuring medical needs receive priority during visits across her service area.
Aria
Public Health Student
Experienced in fostering through St. Sophia's Forgotten Felines, Aria adapts to diverse feline personalities. Her academic background in Public Health informs hygiene practices while maintaining compassionate care standards during visits.
Austin
Neighborhood Specialist
Former dog enthusiast turned cat dad, Austin prioritizes personal introductions to cats before meeting owners. He specializes in Wrigleyville area visits, applying his experience with rescue cat Samson to understand feline communication patterns.
Questions
Can I meet my cat sitter before service begins?
New clients receive a complimentary 10-15 minute in-home consultation with their assigned sitter to discuss care routines, home environment, and emergency protocols before service initiation.
How does Lakeview handle medical emergencies?
Sitters immediately notify owners of health concerns and coordinate with emergency contacts or veterinarians. Emergency transport services charge $50/hour with prior vet permission required for smooth treatment processes.
Do sitters administer medications?
Certified caregivers provide oral medications, injections, and specialized care during Extra Care Visits priced at $33. Advance scheduling ensures availability of skilled professionals for medical needs.
What payment methods are accepted?
Clients may pay through Pet Pocketbook using credit cards or ACH transfers with 5% convenience fees, Zelle transfers to [emailprotected], or Venmo payments with specific account details provided.
Will my cat have the same sitter for each visit?
Primary sitters handle regular visits with backup arrangements made for availability. Location-based pairing minimizes travel time while maintaining consistent care relationships between cats and preferred caregivers.
What do standard visits include?
20-30 minute appointments cover feeding, water refreshment, litter scooping, playtime, and basic home tidying. Optional services include plant watering and mail collection upon request during visit scheduling.
