
Dog Sitter
The Comforted Canine, Tampa, FL, United States
Professional Dog Sitter & Dog Walker Tampa Bay, FL Metro Area Reliable. Detail-oriented. Strong communicator. If you send thorough updates and follow instructions exactly, you'll fit right in.
The Comforted Canine is hiring independent dog sitters and walkers for in-home visits and dog walks. You set your availability and service areawe 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 (13x 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 (6a12p)
Afternoon (12p5p)
Evening (5p10p)
Overnights / Live-in
Requirements Must have:
18+ with hands-on dog 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
Are not confident handling dogs on leash in real-world environments
You don't want to send updates after each visit
You struggle to follow detailed instructions
You're uncomfortable working independently in clients' homes
Apply through our quick, mobile-friendly application.
Notes:
Background + reference checks required
Apply to one location only
No phone calls (we contact strong matches)