Flexible Pet Care Pro: Dog Walks & Home Visits

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

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly direct deposit

100% of tips go to you

Flexible schedule

Job summary

The Comforted Kitty is seeking a part-time, independent contractor to provide in-home pet sitting visits and dog walking in the Arlington, VA area. You can also offer boarding for dogs or cats in your home if interested. You set your availability and service area, and we match you with clients.

Pay starts around $25 for a 30-minute visit, with higher rates for longer visits, overnight care, or house sitting. Weekly direct deposit and tip-based earnings are included.

Qualifications

• Experience with dog or cat care, in a pet sitting capacity.
• Confident handling 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home pet sitting visits and dog walking.
• Follow each client’s care instructions and updates.
• Send visit updates and photos through the app.
• Bring in mail or packages as requested.
• Adjust lights, blinds, or trash/recycling per client requests.
• Administer medications when within your experience.
• Maintain client notes and schedules as needed.

Skills

Pet care experience

Reliable

Independent worker

Strong communication

Tools

Smartphone

Job description

The Comforted Kitty is seeking a part-time, independent contractor to provide in-home pet sitting visits and dog walking in the Arlington, VA area. You can also offer boarding for dogs or cats in your home if interested. You set your availability and service area, and we match you with clients.

Pay starts around $25 for a 30-minute visit, with higher rates for longer visits, overnight care, or house sitting. Weekly direct deposit and tip-based earnings are included.