Cat Sitter

The Comforted Kitty•Stamford, CT

18d•$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 Stamford/Norwalk, CT metro area. This flexible, part-time independent contractor position lets sitters set their availability and service area, with the company matching them to 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, extended daytime visits of 2–8 hours, overnight stays of 10 hours, and 24-hour live-in care with overnight care. Most visits occur while clients are traveling, so weekend, holiday, morning, afternoon, and evening availability is especially valuable.

Requirements

Experience with cat care, 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 for holidays and weekends.

Nice To Haves

Experience administering oral medication, injections, or fluids.

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 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.