Dog Sitter

The Comforted Kitty, LLC; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 8,900 - 13,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly direct deposit

Bonus opportunities

Tips go to you

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

The Comforted Kitty, LLC is seeking a part-time Pet Sitter & Dog Walker to provide in-home visits and dog walking in St. Petersburg / Clearwater area. You will set your own schedule as an independent contractor, matching with clients who travel or need care for their pets.

Ideal candidates are reliable, friendly, with a passion for animals, and capable of following detailed care instructions. Weekend and holiday availability is especially valuable and appreciated.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for dogs or cats, especially 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 experience (oral, injections, fluids).

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home dog or cat sitting visits.
• Perform dog walking as requested.
• Follow each client’s care instructions and send updates.
• Bring in mail, adjust lights or trash as directed.
• Administer medication when within your experience and comfort level.

Job description

Part Time Pet Sitter & Dog Walker— St. Petersburg / Clearwater 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

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