Dog Sitter

The Comforted Canine; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly direct deposit

Bonus opportunities

100% of tips go to you

Pay per visit

Job summary

The Comforted Kitty is seeking reliable pet lovers in the Fort Worth area for in-home dog or cat sitting visits and dog walking. This part-time independent contractor role lets you set your availability and service area while we match you with clients.

Responsibilities include feeding, providing companionship, updating clients via our app, and following care instructions. Experience with medication is a plus, and weekend availability is valued.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Medication experience (oral, injections, fluids).
• Holiday & weekend availability.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home dog/cat sitting visits and dog walking as scheduled.
• Follow each client’s care instructions and send updates/photos through our app.
• Manage tasks like feeding, water, waste cleaning, and light housekeeping as needed.

Skills

Strong written communication

Reliable punctual

Independent work in clients' homes

Tools

Smartphone with reliable internet & camera

Job description

Professional Pet Sitter & Dog Walker— Fort Worth, TX 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

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