Dog Sitter

The Comforted Canine•Oakland, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Comforted Canine is hiring independent dog sitters and walkers for in-home visits and dog walks in the Oakland / SF East Bay Metro Area. You set your availability and service area, and we match you with clients. Responsibilities include providing in-home dog care such as walks, drop-ins, overnights, or live-in house sitting, following detailed care instructions, walking dogs safely with professional leash handling and situational awareness, sending updates with notes and photos after each visit, and maintaining cleanliness and respect for client homes. Service types include walks (30-90 minutes), drop-ins (30/45/60 minutes), extended daytime visits (4-8 hours), overnights (10-hour stays), and 24-hour care (live-in with overnight care).

Requirements

18+ with hands-on dog care experience
Smartphone with reliable internet + camera
Ability to pass background check + provide references
Strong communication and professionalism
Experienced with dog care, especially in a pet sitting capacity
Confidently handle dogs from small to large
Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented
Strong written communication
Comfortable working independently in clients’ homes
Availability (especially holidays/travel periods)

Nice To Haves

Medication experience (oral, injections, fluids)
Holiday availability

Responsibilities

Provide in-home dog care (walks, drop-ins, overnights, or live-in house sitting — based on your availability)
Follow detailed care instructions (feeding, water, potty breaks, meds as needed)
Walk dogs safely with professional leash handling and situational awareness
Send updates with notes + photos after each visit
Maintain cleanliness and respect client homes