Cat Sitter

The Comforted Kitty • Austin, TX

2d

About The Position

Professional Cat Sitter — Austin, TX Metro Area
Reliable. Detail-oriented. Strong communicator.
If you send thorough updates and follow instructions exactly, you’ll fit right in.
The Comforted Kitty is hiring independent cat sitters (1099 independent contractor) for in-home visits.
You set your availability and service area—we match you with clients.
What You’ll Do
Provide in-home cat care (drop-ins, overnights, or live-in — based on your availability)
Follow detailed care instructions (feeding, litter, enrichment, meds if applicable)
Send updates with notes + photos after each visit
Maintain cleanliness and respect client homes
Service Types
Drop-ins: 30 / 45 / 60 minutes (1–3x daily)
Extended daytime visits: 4-8 hours
Overnights: 10-hour stays
24-hour care: live-in with overnight care
What We Look For
Experienced with cat care, especially in a pet sitting capacity
Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented
Strong written communication
Comfortable working independently in clients’ homes
Availability (especially holidays/travel periods)
Pay + Perks
Competitive per-visit pay
Weekly direct deposit
Bonus opportunities (holidays, short notice, strong feedback)
100% of tips go to you
Schedule (Flexible, With Standards)
You choose your availability and what job to accept.
If you accept a booking, you must arrive on time and complete every update.
Typical visit windows:
Morning (6a–12p)
Afternoon (12p–5p)
Evening (5p–10p)
Overnights / Live-in
Requirements
Must have:
18+ with hands-on cat care experience
Smartphone with reliable internet + camera
Ability to pass background check + provide references
Strong communication and professionalism
Preferred:
Medication experience (oral, injections, fluids)
Holiday availability
Not a Fit If…
You can’t reliably arrive within scheduled windows
You don’t want to send updates after each visit
You struggle to follow detailed instructions
You’re uncomfortable working independently in clients’ homes
Apply
Apply through our quick, mobile-friendly application.
Notes:
Background + reference checks required
Apply to one location only
No phone calls (we contact strong matches)

Requirements

• 18+ with hands-on cat care experience
• Smartphone with reliable internet + camera
• Ability to pass background check + provide references
• Strong communication and professionalism

Nice To Haves

• Medication experience (oral, injections, fluids)
• Holiday availability

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home cat care (drop-ins, overnights, or live-in — based on your availability)
• Follow detailed care instructions (feeding, litter, enrichment, meds if applicable)
• Send updates with notes + photos after each visit
• Maintain cleanliness and respect client homes

Benefits

• Competitive per-visit pay
• Weekly direct deposit
• Bonus opportunities (holidays, short notice, strong feedback)
• 100% of tips go to you

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed