Cat Sitter

Professional Cat Sitter (Independent Contractor / 1099) — Austin, TX Metro Area

Be the reason cat parents feel peace of mind while they’re away.

Cat parents book The Comforted Kitty cat sitters because they want to know their cat is in good hands—and they want daily updates after each visit that prove it. If you’re reliable, detail-oriented, and genuinely love cats, consider applying as a self-employed, independent cat sitter serving the Austin metro area.

This is a 1099 independent contractor role (not a W-2 employee position). You choose your availability and service area, and we match you with clients based on fit and demand.

What Success Looks Like in This Role

Our best sitters consistently deliver the outcomes clients mention most in reviews:

1) Communication + Updates (Top driver)

Cat parents want peace of mind while they’re away. You’ll provide it by sending visit notes + photos after each visit through our app—promptly and professionally—so clients always know how their cat is doing.

2) Easy Setup + Meet & Greet Logistics

We make the process smooth for clients. You’ll do a meet & greet in the client’s home before the first booking to learn the routine, locate supplies, confirm instructions, and review contingency plans—so the sitting experience feels seamless.

3) Medication / Special Needs Confidence (When applicable)

Many cats need more than food and litter. If you’re comfortable with medications, you may support cats who need oral meds, topical meds, injections, or fluids (based on your experience and the booking). The goal: clients feel confident their cat’s care is handled correctly.

4) Home Care Basics Done Right

Clients notice the basics. You’ll keep the routine consistent: fresh food/water, clean bowls, scooped litter, tidy feeding areas, and small home-care tasks as requested (mail, plants, trash). The home should look cared for—because it is.

5) Reliability + Routine Consistency

Cats thrive on consistency, and clients expect it. You’ll arrive within the agreed visit window, follow instructions exactly, and communicate early if anything changes. Reliability is non-negotiable.

6) Trust / Peace of Mind in the Home

This role is built on trust. You’ll provide a calm, professional presence in clients’ homes and treat every home and cat with respect. Many clients say sitters “went above and beyond”—that’s the standard we hire for.

Services You May Provide

• Drop-in visits: 30 / 45 / 60 minutes (1–3 visits per day)
   
• Overnight stays: 10-hour stays in the client’s home
   
• Live-in house sitting: 24-hour care (optional based on what you offer)

*We do NOT offer boarding services in sitter’s homes at this time.
 

During visits you will:

• Follow the care routine precisely (food, water, litter, enrichment)
   
• Socialize with cats based on temperament (play, affection, or calm companionship)
   
• Administer medications when applicable/assigned and within your skill set
   
• Complete light home-care tasks (plants, mail, trash, basic tidying)
   
• Send updates after each visit with photos via our client app

Compensation + Perks

• Competitive rate of pay
   
• Bonus opportunities (may include holidays, short-notice coverage, referrals, and exceptional client feedback)
   
• Many clients tip, and 100% of gratuities go to the sitter
   
• Access to a national community of experienced pet care providers (support, resources, best practices)

Scheduling Options (Flexible)

Client visits typically fall within these windows:

• Morning: 6:00am–12:00pm
   
• Afternoon: 12:00pm–5:00pm
   
• Evening: 5:00pm–10:00pm
   
• Anytime: 6:00am–10:00pm
   
• Overnights: 10-hour stays
   
• Live-in: 24-hour care
   

You choose what you want to offer. We match requests accordingly. Flexibility is real—but once you accept a booking, reliability matters.

Requirements

Required:

• 18+ years old
   
• Cat care experience (professional experience is a plus, not required)
   
• Smartphone with reliable internet, texting, and camera
   
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and provide references
   
• Strong communication and follow-through (especially after-each-visit updates)
   

Preferred (not required):

• Pet First Aid/CPR certification
   
• Medication experience (oral meds, injections, subcutaneous fluids)
   
• Availability during peak travel periods (especially winter holidays)
   
• Calm, organized temperament

About The Comforted Kitty

Since 2014, we’ve provided professional in-home cat care with a simple standard:

Reliability + Responsibility + Responsiveness

Clients hire us for peace of mind—because they want consistent care, clear communication, and a sitter they can truly trust in their home.

Ready to Apply?

Complete our quick, mobile-friendly application.

Important notes:

• Background and reference checks required
   
• Please apply to only one position/location
   
• No phone calls, please. We receive high application volume and will contact candidates who appear to be a strong fit.