Dog Sitter

The Comforted Kitty, LLC; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly direct deposit

Bonus opportunities

100% of tips

Job summary

The Comforted Kitty, LLC is seeking passionate pet lovers in Winston-Salem, NC for part-time in-home pet sitting and dog walking opportunities. Work is independent contractor and flexible—you set your availability and service area, matching with clients who travel or need care.

Responsibilities include feeding, walks, updates with photos, administering meds when appropriate, and following each client's care instructions. Weekend and holiday availability is especially valuable.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for dogs or cats in a pet-sitting capacity.
• Confident handling of dogs of various sizes.
• Reliable, punctual and detail-oriented.
• Strong written communication with clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home pet sitting visits and dog walking.
• Send visit updates and photos through our app.
• Follow each client’s care instructions and manage meds as needed.
• Prepare homes by bringing in mail, adjusting lights if requested.
• Coordinate with clients to schedule visits and communicate availability.

Skills

Dog & Cat Care

Independent Contractor

Reliability & Punctuality

Written Communication

Smartphone & Internet

Medication Experience

Weekend Availability

Local to Winston-Salem

Tools

Smartphone

Job description

Part Time Pet Sitter & Dog Walker— Winston-Salem, NC 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