Cat Sitter

$20 - $30 per hour

The Comforted Kitty

Part-Time Cat Sitter - Tampa, FL Metro Area

Do you love cats and enjoy working independently? The Comforted Kitty is looking for reliable, responsible cat lovers to provide in-home cat sitting visits while clients are away.

This is a flexible, part-time independent contractor position where 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 cats, helping pet parents travel with peace of mind, and building trust with repeat clients.What You'll Do

Cat sitting visits may include:

Feeding cats and refreshing water
Cleaning litter boxes
Giving playtime, affection, or companionship based on each cat'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

Drop-ins: 30 / 45 / 60 minutes (1-3x daily)
Extended daytime visits: 2-8 hours
Overnights: 10-hour stays
24-hour care: live-in with overnight care

What We Look For

Experienced with cat care, especially in a pet sitting capacity
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 $20 per 30 minute visit, with higher pay for longer visits, overnight care, house sitting.
Weekly direct deposit
Bonus opportunities (holidays, short notice, strong feedback)
100% of tips go to you

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Apply through our quick, mobile-friendly application.

Notes:

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

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Vacancy posted 3 days ago

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