Cat Sitter

The Comforted Kitty•South San Francisco, CA

25d•$100 - $3,000

About The Position

The Comforted Kitty is seeking reliable, responsible cat lovers to provide in-home cat sitting visits while clients are away in the South San Francisco, California area. This flexible, part-time independent contractor position lets sitters set their availability and service area, and the company matches them with clients. The role involves independently caring for cats, helping pet parents travel with peace of mind, and building trust with repeat clients. Services include drop-in visits lasting 30, 45, or 60 minutes, extended daytime visits of 2–8 hours, overnights of 10 hours, and 24-hour live-in 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 and overnight or house-sitting care.

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 medications, injections, or fluids.
Availability on holidays and weekends.
Availability for morning, afternoon, and 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 when requested.
Adjust lights or blinds and handle trash or recycling when requested.
Administer medication when it is within the sitter’s experience and comfort level.