Dog Sitter

The Comforted Kitty; Napa (CA); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 138,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay per visit

Direct deposit

Bonus opportunities

Tips go to you

Job summary

The Comforted Kitty is seeking reliable, responsible pet lovers to provide in-home dog or cat sitting visits and dog walking in the Napa, CA area. This is a flexible, part-time independent contractor position where you set your availability and service area, and we match you with clients.

You can also provide boarding for cats or dogs in your home if interested. What you’ll do includes feeding, walking, and providing companionship in client homes, with updates and photos sent through our app.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for dogs and/or cats in a home setting.
• Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented.
• Comfortable working independently in clients' homes.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home pet sitting visits and dog walking to clients' pets.
• Follow each client's detailed care instructions and feeding schedules.
• Send visit updates and photos through our app to keep clients informed.
• Handle walks, playtime, brushing, and basic grooming as needed.
• Oversee boarding services for cats or dogs when offered.
• Maintain clean care area and secure pet belongings during visits.

Job description

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.You can also provide boarding for cats or dogs in your home if interested.
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.

Part Time Pet Sitter & Dog Walker - Napa, CA 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.You can also provide boarding for cats or dogs in your home if interested.
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
• Boarding in your home

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

Notes

• Apply to one location only
• No phone calls (we contact strong matches)