Dog Sitter

The Comforted Canine; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 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 is seeking reliable pet lovers to provide in-home dog or cat sitting visits and dog walking in Oakland / SF East Bay Area. This part-time independent contractor role offers flexible scheduling and client-matching opportunities.

You will perform visits including feeding, providing affection, sending updates, and following care instructions, with weekend and holiday availability highly valued.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for dogs or cats, especially in a home setting.
• Reliability, punctuality and attention to detail.
• Strong written communication and comfort using a smartphone app.
• Medication experience (administering medications may be requested).
• Weekend and holiday availability required.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home pet sitting visits and dog walking.
• Follow client care instructions and send updates/photos via our app.
• Feed and refresh water, remove waste, and monitor pet health.
• Ensure safety and comfort of pets during visits.
• Communicate any concerns to clients promptly.

Skills

Pet care

Dog walking

Cat care

Reliability

Communication

Smartphone required

Medication experience

Weekend availability

Tools

Smartphone app

Job description

Professional Pet Sitter & Dog Walker— Oakland / SF East Bay 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