Dog Sitter

The Comforted Kitty, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 69,000 - 138,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly direct deposit

Bonus opportunities

100% of tips go to you

Job summary

The Comforted Kitty, LLC in Queens/NYC Metro Area is seeking reliable part-time pet sitters and dog walkers to provide in-home visits and walks. You set your availability and service area as an independent contractor, matching with clients who travel or need care for dogs and cats.

Responsibilities include feeding, walks, updates with photos, and following care instructions. Pay starts around $25 per 30-minute visit, with higher rates for longer visits, overnights, and house sitting.

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 and independent work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Feeding and refreshing water for pets.
• Cleaning up waste and maintaining areas.
• Giving playtime, affection, or companionship as pets require.
• Sending visit updates and photos through the app.
• Following each client’s care instructions precisely.
• Bringing in mail or packages when needed.
• Adjusting lights or trash as requested by clients.
• Administering medication within your experience level.

Skills

Pet care experience

Dog handling

Reliability

Written communication

Independence

Smartphone access

Medication experience

Holiday weekend availability

Job description

Part Time Pet Sitter & Dog Walker— Queens / NYC 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

• 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