Dog Sitter

Professional Dog Sitter & Dog Walker— Washington DC Area Do you love dogs and enjoy working independently? The Comforted Canine is looking for reliable, responsible dog lovers to provide in-home dog sitting visits and dog walking 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 dogs, helping pet parents travel with peace of mind, and building trust with repeat clients. What You’ll Do Dog sitting visits may include: Feeding dogs and refreshing water Cleaning up waste Giving playtime, affection, or companionship based on each dog'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-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 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 $25 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 Apply Apply through our quick, mobile-friendly application. Notes Apply to one location only No phone calls (we contact strong matches) #J-18808-Ljbffr