Cat Sitter

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay starting at $25 per visit

Weekly direct deposit

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

The Comforted Kitty is seeking a reliable Part-Time Cat Sitter in the Richmond, CA area. You will provide in-home cat sitting visits, ensuring the safety and happiness of cats while their owners are away.

This role is perfect for cat lovers who enjoy flexible working hours and can set their own schedules. Responsibilities include feeding, cleaning, and administering medication to cats, as well as providing updates to pet parents.

We offer competitive pay, bonus opportunities, and 100% of tips go directly to you!

Qualifications

• Experience in caring for cats, especially in a pet-sitting context.
• Must be reliable and punctual.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Feed and provide water for cats during visits.
• Clean litter boxes and administer medication if experienced.
• Send updates and photos to clients through the app.

Skills

Cat care experience

Reliability

Detail-oriented

Strong written communication

Tools

Smartphone with internet

Job description

Part-Time Cat Sitter — Richmond, 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

• 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

Apply

Apply through our quick, mobile-friendly application.

Notes:

• Apply to one location only
• No phone calls (we contact strong matches)