Dog Sitter

The Comforted Kitty; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly direct deposit

Bonus opportunities

100% tips go to you

Job summary

The Comforted Kitty seeks reliable pet lovers in Round Rock/Austin metro area to provide in-home dog/cat sitting and dog walking. Independent contractor, you set availability and area. Optional boarding at your home for cats or dogs is possible. Weekend, holiday, morning, afternoon, and evening slots are especially valuable.

You’ll work with clients traveling, with the opportunity for steady, trusted care and growing relationships with pet parents.

Qualifications

• Experienced with dog or cat care, especially in-home sitting.
• Confident handling dogs from small to large.
• Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home pet sitting visits and dog walking.
• Follow clients' care instructions and send updates/photos.
• Handle feeding, water, waste, and enrichment activities.
• Assist with medication administration within comfort level.
• Coordinate with clients for drop-off/pick-up and access.

Skills

Pet care

Reliability

Punctuality

Written comms

Job description

Part Time Pet Sitter & Dog Walker — Round Rock / Austin 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. 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

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
• 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