Independent Pet Sitter & Dog Walker — Flexible Hours

The Comforted Kitty; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 96,000; 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 reliable, responsible pet lovers to provide in-home dog or cat sitting visits and dog walking in the Santa Rosa area. This flexible, part-time independent contractor role lets you set your availability and service area, with matching clients.

Pay starts around $25 per 30‑minute visit, with higher rates for longer visits and overnight care. Applicants should have experience with dog or cat care, be reliable and punctual, and enjoy working independently in clients’

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home pet sitting visits for dogs and cats according to client instructions.
• Walks: 30–90 minutes; Drop-ins: 30/45/60 minutes; Extended daytime visits: 2–8 hours; Overnights: 10–12 hours; 24-hour care as needed.
• Send visit updates and photos through our app.
• Follow each client’s care instructions and adjust to pet personalities.
• Assist with light tasks at client homes as requested (mail, lights, trash).
• Maintain safety and animal welfare during visits.

Skills

Pet care experience

Reliability

Punctuality

Strong written communication

Independence

Smartphone with internet

Tools

Medication administration

Job description

The Comforted Kitty is seeking reliable, responsible pet lovers to provide in-home dog or cat sitting visits and dog walking in the Santa Rosa area. This flexible, part-time independent contractor role lets you set your availability and service area, with matching clients.

Pay starts around $25 per 30‑minute visit, with higher rates for longer visits and overnight care. Applicants should have experience with dog or cat care, be reliable and punctual, and enjoy working independently in clients’