Dog Sitter

The Comforted Kitty•Richmond, VA

18d•$100 - $3,000

About The Position

The Comforted Kitty is seeking reliable, responsible pet lovers to provide in-home dog or cat sitting visits and dog walking in the Richmond, Virginia metro area while clients are away. This flexible, part-time independent contractor role allows sitters to volunteer for available jobs and set their own availability and service area. The company matches sitters with clients. The position involves independent work in clients’ homes and building trust with repeat clients.

Requirements

Experience caring for dogs or cats, especially in a pet-sitting capacity.
Ability to confidently handle dogs of varying sizes, from small to large.
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, and fluids.
Availability on holidays and weekends.

Responsibilities

Feed pets and refresh their water.
Clean up pet waste.
Provide playtime, affection, and companionship according to each pet’s personality.
Send visit updates and photos through the company app.
Follow each client’s detailed pet-care instructions.
Bring in mail or packages when requested.
Adjust lights, blinds, or trash and recycling when requested.
Administer medication when within the sitter’s experience and comfort level.
Provide dog walks, drop-in visits, extended daytime visits, overnight stays, or 24-hour live-in care as scheduled.