Cat Sitter

The Comforted Kitty • Fort Collins, CO

25d • $100 - $3,000

About The Position

The Comforted Kitty is hiring reliable, responsible cat lovers to provide in-home cat-sitting visits for clients in the Fort Collins, Colorado area. This is a flexible, part-time independent contractor position: sitters set their availability and service area, and the company matches them with clients. The role involves caring for cats while their owners are away and helping clients travel with peace of mind while building trust with repeat clients.

Services include drop-in visits of 30, 45, or 60 minutes, typically one to three times daily; extended daytime visits of 2–8 hours; overnight stays of 10 hours; and 24-hour live-in care with overnight care. Weekend, holiday, morning, afternoon, and evening availability is especially valuable.

Requirements

• Experience caring for cats, especially in a pet-sitting capacity.
• Reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Comfort working independently in clients’ homes.
• A smartphone with reliable internet access and a camera.

Nice To Haves

• Medication experience, including oral medication, injections, or fluids.
• Weekend and holiday availability.

Responsibilities

• Feed cats and refresh their water.
• Clean litter boxes.
• Provide playtime, affection, or companionship based on each cat’s personality.
• Send visit updates and photos through the company app.
• Follow each client’s detailed care instructions.
• Bring in mail or packages.
• Adjust lights or blinds, and handle trash or recycling when requested.
• Administer medication when it is within the sitter’s experience and comfort level.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling and the ability to set availability and service area.
• Rates typically start around $20 per 30-minute visit, with higher pay for longer visits, overnight care, and house sitting.
• Weekly direct deposit.
• Bonus opportunities for holidays, short-notice visits, and strong feedback.
• Sitters receive 100% of tips.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed