Cat Sitter

The Comforted Kitty•Oakland, CA

9d•$100 - $3,000

About The Position

The Comforted Kitty is seeking reliable, responsible cat lovers to provide in-home cat sitting visits for clients in the Oakland / SF East Bay Area Metro. This flexible, part-time independent contractor position allows sitters to set their availability and service area, with the company matching them with clients. The role involves caring for cats while their owners are away and building trust with repeat clients. Service options 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 with overnight care. 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.

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.
Availability on holidays and weekends is valued; morning, afternoon, and evening availability is especially valuable.

Nice To Haves

Experience administering oral medication, injections, or fluids.
Availability for weekends, holidays, mornings, afternoons, and evenings.

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 and blinds, or take care of trash and recycling when requested.
Administer medication when within the sitter’s experience and comfort level.