Cat Sitter

Raleigh, NC

Contracted

Experienced

Professional Cat Sitter — Raleigh, NC Metro Area

Reliable. Detail-oriented. Strong communicator.
If you send thorough updates and follow instructions exactly, you’ll fit right in.

The Comforted Kitty is hiring independent cat sitters (1099 independent contractor) for in-home visits.
You set your availability and service area—we match you with clients.

What You’ll Do

Provide in-home cat care (drop-ins, overnights, or live-in — based on your availability)
Follow detailed care instructions (feeding, litter, enrichment, meds if applicable)
Send updates with notes + photos after each visit
Maintain cleanliness and respect client homes

Service Types

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 cat care, especially in a pet sitting capacity
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 cat care experience
Smartphone with reliable internet + camera
Ability to pass background check + provide references
Strong communication and professionalism

Preferred:

Medication experience (oral, injections, fluids)
Holiday availability

Not a Fit If…

You can’t reliably arrive within scheduled windows
You don’t want to send updates after each visit
You struggle to follow detailed instructions
You’re uncomfortable working independently in clients’ homes

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Apply through our quick, mobile-friendly application.

Notes:

Background + reference checks required
Apply to one location only
No phone calls (we contact strong matches)

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