Cat Sitter
About The Position
The Comforted Kitty is seeking reliable, responsible cat lovers to provide in-home cat sitting visits while clients are away. This flexible, part-time independent contractor position lets sitters set their availability and service area, with clients matched to them. The role involves caring for cats and helping pet parents travel with peace of mind while building trust with repeat clients. Services include drop-in visits lasting 30, 45, or 60 minutes, extended daytime visits of 2–8 hours, overnight stays of 10 hours, and 24-hour live-in care. Since most visits take place while clients are traveling, 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
- Experience administering oral medication, injections, or fluids.
- Availability on holidays and weekends.
- Availability for morning, afternoon, or evening visits.
Responsibilities
- Feed cats and refresh their water.
- Clean litter boxes.
- Provide playtime, affection, or companionship according to 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.
- Weekly direct deposit.
- Bonus opportunities for holidays, short-notice bookings, and strong feedback.
- Sitters keep 100% of tips.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
