Dog Sitter

The Comforted Kitty, LLC; Kirkwood (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; 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 reliable pet lovers to provide in-home dog or cat sitting visits and dog walking in the St. Louis area. This is a flexible, part-time independent contractor role where you set your availability and service area, matching with clients.

You'll work with dogs and cats, with visits including feeding, play, updates with photos, and medication administration within your experience. Weekend and holiday availability is especially valuable; tips go 100% to you.

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 client's homes.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home pet sitting visits and dog walking as requested.
• Follow client care instructions and send visit updates with photos.
• Maintain care routines including feeding, water, and waste cleanup.
• Offer additional pet care services as needed within your experience.
• Communicate professionally through the app and stay reliable for clients.

Skills

Pet care experience

Reliability

Punctuality

Strong written communication

Independent work

Tools

Smartphone with internet

Job description

Part Time Pet Sitter & Dog Walker - St. Louis, MO 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, or companionship 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 client's 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