Cat Sitter

The Comforted Kitty•Irvine, CA

25d•$100 - $3,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Comforted Kitty is seeking reliable, responsible cat lovers to provide in-home cat-sitting visits for clients in the Orange County, California area. This flexible, part-time independent contractor role lets sitters set their availability and service area; the company matches sitters with clients. Sitters care for cats while their owners are away and help build 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. Sitters are paid per visit, with rates typically starting around $25 per 30-minute visit and higher pay for longer visits, overnight care, and house sitting. Sitters receive weekly direct deposit, may qualify for bonuses, and keep 100% of tips.

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.
Availability on weekends and holidays.
Availability in the morning, afternoon, or evening.

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 when requested.
Adjust lights or blinds and handle trash or recycling when requested.
Administer medication when within the sitter’s experience and comfort level.