Dog Sitter

The Comforted Kitty, LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly direct deposit

Bonus opportunities

100% of tips go to you

Job summary

The Comforted Kitty, LLC seeks reliable part-time pet sitters and dog walkers in the Los Angeles area. You will provide in-home visits and dog walking for dogs and cats while clients are away.

This independent contractor role offers flexible hours, with weekend, holiday, morning, afternoon, and evening availability. Compensation is per visit, with direct deposits and tip payouts to you.

Qualifications

• Experience with dog or cat care, especially in a pet sitting capacity.
• Confident handling of dogs from small to large.
• Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented.
• Strong written communication and ability to follow care instructions.
• Comfortable working independently in clients’ homes.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home pet sitting visits and dog walking as requested by clients.
• Follow detailed care instructions and send visit updates/photos via app.
• Meet varied schedules: weekends, holidays, mornings, afternoons, evenings.
• Handle basic tasks like feeding, water, waste cleanup, and medication if needed.

Skills

Pet care

Reliability

Punctuality

Written communication

Independence

Smartphone internet

Medication handling

Holiday weekend availability

Job description

Part Time Pet Sitter & Dog Walker— Los Angeles, CA 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