Cat Sitter

The Comforted Kitty; Antioch (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly direct deposit

Bonus opportunities

100% of tips go to you

Job summary

The Comforted Kitty is looking for a Part-Time Cat Sitter in Antioch, CA. As a cat sitter, you will provide in-home visits while clients are away, caring for cats by feeding, cleaning, and offering companionship.

This flexible independent contractor position allows you to set your availability. Candidates should have experience in cat care, strong communication skills, and be comfortable working independently. Join us to help pet parents travel with peace of mind!

Competitive pay starts from $25 per 30-minute visit, with additional perks.

Qualifications

• Experienced with cat care, especially in a pet sitting capacity.
• Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented.
• Strong written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home cat sitting visits while clients are away.
• Feeding cats and refreshing water.
• Cleaning litter boxes.
• Administering medication when within your experience.

Skills

Cat care experience

Reliability

Strong written communication

Detail-oriented

Independence

Smartphone proficiency

Job description

Part‑Time Cat Sitter — Antioch, CA Area

Do you love cats and enjoy working independently? The Comforted Kitty is looking for reliable, responsible cat lovers to provide in‑home cat sitting visits while clients are away. This is a flexible, part‑time independent contractor position where you set your availability and service area, and we match you with clients. It’s a great fit if you want meaningful, independent work caring for cats, helping pet parents travel with peace of mind, and building trust with repeat clients.

What You’ll Do

Cat sitting visits may include:

• Feeding cats and refreshing water
• Cleaning litter boxes
• Giving playtime, affection, or companionship based on each cat’s personality
• Sending visit updates and photos through our app
• Following each client’s detailed care instructions
• Bringing in mail or packages
• Adjusting lights, blinds, or trash/recycling when requested
• Administering medication when within your experience and comfort level

Most visits take place while clients are traveling, so weekend, holiday, morning, afternoon, and evening availability is especially valuable.

Service Types

• Drop‑ins: 30 / 45 / 60 minutes (1–3x daily)
• Extended daytime visits: 2‑8 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
• Smartphone with reliable internet & camera
• Medication experience (oral, injections, fluids)
• Holiday & weekend availability

Pay & Perks

• Sitters are paid per visit, with rates typically starting around $25 per 30 minute visit, with higher pay for longer visits, overnight care, house sitting.
• Weekly direct deposit
• Bonus opportunities (holidays, short notice, strong feedback)
• 100% of tips go to you