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Caring for Chattanooga's cats since 2009.

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Founded in 2009, Fat Cat Sitting was created with one goal: to let cats stay comfortably at home while their people travel.

Inspired by clients at the Cat Clinic of Chattanooga, Mike Fitzgerald combined his background in both wild and domestic cat care to offer expert, in-home sitting tailored to each cat’s needs. Today, we’re proud to provide trusted, stress-free care that keeps Chattanooga’s cats happy, healthy, and exactly where they belong.

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Testimonials

  • "Mike has taken care of my two crazy boy cats when I’ve traveled for years. There aren’t many absolutes in this world, but my confidence that Mike will deal with any situation that could possibly arise in my absence with competence and kindness is absolute. He is absolutely reliable and very professional. His notes are great. Mike is the best. Period. Full stop."

    - MP

  • "Mike is genuinely the perfect sitter. Vincent loves him and it's a huge load off my mind knowing he'll be well taken care of and get his medications on time and all the attention he needs while I'm gone. "

    - CM

  • “Mike has been my cat sitter for several years. My cats have not always been the most straightforward to care for due to complex medical issues and different diets. Mike has been amazing at accommodating their needs. I can tell from the updates that my cats actually like him, even my shy boys have warmed up him. I know that my cats are well taken care of when I can't be there.”

    - JC

  • "Everyone in our family—pets and humans—loves Mike! He’s responsive, reliable, and has been our go-to pet sitter for years. We always get daily updates, and he leaves our home clean despite our litter-flinging cats. He understands our pets’ quirks, so we know they’re not just fed and watered, but truly cared for while we’re away. I highly recommend Mike!"

    - SM

  • "Mike is the most caring human for our cat. He has been helping us for over 10 years and I cannot imagine having anyone else take care of our sweet Molly. We travel a good bit and he is reliable, kind and loving plus he is trustworthy with our home. Not only does he make sure she has her food and water, he spends time with her and gives her needed attention. He is the best!"

    - HH

  • "Reliable, responsive, and thoughtful—Fat Cat Sitting is a true gem in Chattanooga. I love the detailed updates and photos after each visit. When I first reached out last-minute before a two-week trip, Mike made space for us and truly saved the day. Now, I travel with complete peace of mind knowing my cat is in caring, capable hands."

    - ZT

  • "Mike has looked after my cats for several years. He brings to his work professional, detailed attention plus personal loving care. MIKE IS THE BEST"

    - RR

Ready to give your cat the comfort of home while you’re away?

Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or an extended trip, Fat Cat Sitting is here to provide your feline friend with the care, attention, and familiarity they deserve. Reach out today to learn more or schedule a visit—we’d love to meet you and your cat!

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