Dog Sitter

The Comforted Canine; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 82,656; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly direct deposit

Bonus opportunities

100% of tips go to you

Job summary

The Comforted Canine is seeking reliable dog lovers for in-home dog sitting visits and dog walking in Riverside, CA. This flexible, part-time independent contractor role lets you set your availability and service area, matching you with clients for travel or daily care.

Ideal candidates are experienced with dog care, can handle dogs from small to large, and communicate clearly in writing. You’ll work independently in clients’ homes, using a smartphone app to share updates and photos.

Qualifications

• Experience with dog care in a pet sitting capacity.
• Able to handle dogs from small to large.
• Reliable, punctual and detail‑oriented.
• Strong written communication.
• Comfortable working independently in clients’ homes.
• Smartphone with reliable internet and camera.
• Medication administration experience when appropriate.
• Holiday and weekend availability.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home dog sitting visits and dog walking per client needs.
• Feed dogs and refresh water; clean up waste; offer play and companionship.
• Send visit updates and photos through the app; follow care instructions.
• Bring in mail or packages; adjust lights or trash as requested.
• Administer medications within experience and comfort level.

Skills

Dog care experience

Reliable

Punctual

Written communication

Independent work

Smartphone with internet

Medication experience

Job description

Professional Dog Sitter & Dog Walker— Riverside, CA Area

Do you love dogs and enjoy working independently? The Comforted Canine is looking for reliable, responsible dog lovers to provide in-home dog sitting visits and dog walking while clients are away.
This is a flexible, part-time independent contractor position where 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, helping pet parents travel with peace of mind, and building trust with repeat clients.

What You’ll Do

Dog sitting visits may include:

• Feeding dogs and refreshing water
• Cleaning up waste
• Giving playtime, affection, orcompanionship based on each dog'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‑hour stays
• 24‑hour care: live‑in with overnight care

What We Look For

• Experienced with dog 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 $25 per 30 minute visit, with higher pay for longer visits, overnight care, house sitting.
• Weekly direct deposit
• Bonus opportunities (holidays, short notice, strong feedback)
• 100% of tips go to you

Apply

Apply through our quick, mobile‑friendly application.

Notes:

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