Dog Sitter

The Comforted Canine; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; 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 is seeking trusted, independent pet lovers in the San Diego area to provide in-home pet sitting and dog walking. Choose your schedule and service area; we match you with clients who need care for dogs or cats while they travel or are away.

You set availability and rates, with payments per visit and perks for reliable, high-quality care. Responsibilities include feeding, playtime, updates with photos, and following each client’s care instructions.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for dogs or cats, especially in a pet-sitting capacity.
• Ability to work independently in clients’ homes.
• Excellent communication and reliability.
• Medication administration experience within your scope.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home pet sitting visits with feeding, water, and play.
• Send visit updates and photos via the app.
• Follow clients’ care instructions and medications.
• Walks and visits as requested; supervise pets and light tasks.

Skills

Pet care experience

Handle dogs of all sizes

Reliable and punctual

Strong written communication

Independent in clients’ homes

Smartphone with internet & camera

Medication experience

Holiday & weekend availability

Job description

Professional Pet Sitter & Dog Walker— San Diego County 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

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