Dog Sitter

The Comforted Kitty, LLC; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly direct deposit

Bonus opportunities

Tips go to you

Job summary

The Comforted Kitty, LLC is seeking reliable, independent contractors to provide in-home dog or cat sitting visits and dog walking in the Virginia Beach/Norfolk, VA metro area. You set your own availability and service area, and we match you with clients seeking trusted care for pets.

Responsibilities include feeding, walking, updating clients with photos, and following detailed care instructions, with shifts that fit mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience with dog or cat care, especially in in-home sitting.
• Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented.
• Strong written communication and independent work in clients' homes.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home pet sitting visits and dog walking per client instructions.
• Feed and refresh water, clean waste, provide companionship.
• Send updates and photos through the app after each visit.
• Adhere to care instructions and medication administration when within scope.
• Manage access and security, and handle weekend/holiday availability.

Skills

Pet care experience

Reliable

Punctual

Written communication

Job description

Part Time Pet Sitter & Dog Walker— Virginia Beach/Norfolk, VA 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

Notes:

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