Dog Sitter

The Comforted Kitty, LLC; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly direct deposit

Bonus opportunities

100% of tips go to you

Job summary

The Comforted Kitty, LLC is seeking a part-time pet sitter/dog walker to provide in-home visits and walks in the Fort Worth area. You will work as an independent contractor, setting your availability and service area while matching with clients who travel or need care for their dogs or cats.

Responsibilities include feeding, play, updates, and following client instructions. Weekend, holiday, morning and evening availability is especially valuable.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for dogs or cats, preferably in a sitting/walker role.
• Able to handle dogs of various sizes with confidence.
• Reliable, punctual and detail-oriented in home visits.
• Strong written updates for clients via app or messages.
• Comfortable working independently in clients' homes during visits.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home pet sitting visits and dog walking as scheduled.
• Feed, refresh water, and clean up waste.
• Offer playtime, affection, or companionship based on pet personality.
• Send visit updates and photos through the app.
• Follow each client’s care instructions precisely.
• Bring in mail or packages as requested by clients.
• Adjust lights/blinds/trash when needed.
• Administer medications within your experience level.

Skills

Pet care experience

Dog handling (small to large)

Reliability & punctuality

Strong written communication

Independent work in clients' homes

Smartphone with internet & camera

Medication administration experience

Holiday & weekend availability

Job description

Part Time Pet Sitter & Dog Walker— Fort Worth, TX 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