Cat Sitter

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

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly direct deposit

100% of tips go to you

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

The Comforted Kitty is seeking a Part-Time Cat Sitter in Thousand Oaks, CA. This flexible position allows you to set your availability while providing in-home visits for cats. Responsibilities include feeding, cleaning litter boxes, and updating clients through an app.

The ideal candidate loves cats, is reliable, and has experience in pet sitting. Pay starts around $25 per visit with bonus opportunities. Apply today!

Qualifications

• Experience in a pet sitting capacity.
• Strong reliability and attention to detail is essential.
• Must have a smartphone with reliable internet & camera.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home cat sitting visits while clients are away.
• Feeding, cleaning litter boxes, and providing playtime.
• Follow client's detailed care instructions and send updates.

Skills

Experience with cat care

Reliable and punctual

Strong written communication

Comfortable working independently

Ability to administer medications

Tools

Smartphone with camera

Job description

Part-Time Cat Sitter — Thousand Oaks, 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

Apply

Apply through our quick, mobile-friendly application.

Notes:

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