Cat Sitter
About The Position
The Comforted Kitty is seeking reliable, responsible cat lovers to provide in-home cat sitting visits in the Santa Rosa / Sonoma County Metro Area. This flexible, part-time independent contractor position lets sitters set their availability and service area, with the company matching them with clients. Sitters care for cats while clients are away and build trust with repeat clients. Services include drop-in visits of 30, 45, or 60 minutes (one to three times daily), extended daytime visits of 2–8 hours, overnight stays of 10 hours, and 24-hour live-in care. Work often takes place while clients are traveling, so 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 according to each cat’s personality.
- Send visit updates and photos through the company’s app.
- Follow each client’s detailed care instructions.
- Bring in mail or packages when requested.
- Adjust lights or blinds and manage trash or recycling when requested.
- Administer medication when within the sitter’s experience and comfort level.
Benefits
- Flexible availability and service area.
- Weekly direct deposit.
- Bonus opportunities for holidays, short-notice work, and strong feedback.
- Sitters receive 100% of tips.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
