Dog Sitter

The Comforted Kitty, LLC; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly direct deposit

Tips go to you

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

The Comforted Kitty, LLC is seeking a part-time pet sitter and dog walker to provide in‑home care for dogs and cats in the Charleston, SC area. You set your availability and service area, and we match you with clients seeking trusted care.

Responsibilities include feeding, water, waste cleanup, playtime, and sending updates/photos via our app. Weekend and holiday availability is especially valuable, with pay per visit and tips directly to you.

Qualifications

• Experienced with dog or cat care, especially in a pet sitting capacity.
• Confidently handle dogs of various sizes and personalities.
• Reliable, punctual and detail‑oriented in client homes.
• Strong written communication and ability to follow care instructions.
• Comfortable working independently in clients’ homes.
• Must have a smartphone with reliable internet and camera.
• Medication experience (oral, injections, fluids) preferred.
• Weekend and holiday availability required.

Responsibilities

• Provide in‑home dog or cat sitting visits and dog walking.
• Feed and refresh water, clean up waste, offer play and companionship.
• Send visit updates and photos through our app and follow care instructions.
• Administer medications as within your experience level.
• Schedule visits during weekends, mornings, afternoons and evenings as requested.

Skills

Experienced pet care

Reliable & punctual

Detail-oriented

Strong written communication

Independent worker

Smartphone with internet & camera

Medication experience

Holiday & weekend availability

Tools

Smartphone

Job description

Part Time Pet Sitter & Dog Walker— Charleston, SC Metro Area

Do you love dogs (or cats) and enjoy working independently? The Comforted Kitty is looking for reliable, responsible pet lovers to provide in-home dog or cat sitting visits and dog walking while clients are away.
This is a flexible, part-time independent contractor position where all jobs are voluntary and 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 dogs and cats, helping pet parents travel with peace of mind, and building trust with repeat clients.

What You’ll Do

Pet sitting visits may include:

• Feeding and refreshing water
• Cleaning up waste
• Giving playtime, affection, orcompanionship based on each pet'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

• Walks: 30-90 minutes (1-3x daily)
• Drop-ins: 30 / 45 / 60 minutes (1–3x daily)
• Extended daytime visits: 2-8 hours
• Overnights: 10-12 hour stays
• 24-hour care: live-in with overnight care

What We Look For

• Experienced with dog or cat 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
• 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 $25per 30 minute visit, withhigher pay for longer visits, overnight care, house sitting.
• Weekly direct deposit
• Bonus opportunities (holidays, short notice, strong feedback)
• 100% of tips go to you