Dog Sitter
The Comforted Canine
Professional Dog Sitter & Dog Walker— Greater Sacramento County Area
Reliable. Detail-oriented. Strong communicator.
The Comforted Canine is hiring independent dog sitters and walkers for in-home visits and dog walks. You set your availability and service area—we match you with clients.
What You'll Do
- Provide in-home dog care (walks, drop-ins, overnights, or live-in house sitting — based on your availability)
- Follow detailed care instructions (feeding, water, potty breaks, meds as needed)
- Walk dogs safely with professional leash handling and situational awareness
- Send updates with notes + photos after each visit
- Maintain cleanliness and respect client homes
Service Types
- Walks: 30-90 minutes (1-3x daily)
- Drop-ins: 30 / 45 / 60 minutes (1–3x daily)
- Extended daytime visits: 4-8 hours
- Overnights: 10-hour stays
- 24-hour care: live-in with overnight care
What We Look For
- Experienced with dog 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
- Availability (especially holidays/travel periods)
Pay + Perks
- Competitive per-visit pay
- Weekly direct deposit
- Bonus opportunities (holidays, short notice, strong feedback)
- 100% of tips go to you
Schedule (Flexible, With Standards)
You choose your availability and what job to accept. If you accept a booking, you must arrive on time and complete every update.
Typical visit windows:
- Morning (6a–12p)
- Afternoon (12p–5p)
- Evening (5p–10p)
- Overnights / Live-in
Requirements
Must have:
- 18+ with hands-on dog care experience
- Smartphone with reliable internet + camera
- Strong communication and professionalism
Preferred:
- Medication experience (oral, injections, fluids)
- Holiday availability
Apply
Apply through our quick, mobile-friendly application.
Notes:
- Apply to one location only
- No phone calls (we contact strong matches)
Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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