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The Pet Sitter Of Boise

Pet Sitter-Holiday Help

Eagle, ID · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

  • Retirement

In addition, TPS demonstrates its dedication to the pets in the communities it serves by supporting non-profit animal rescue organizations. Job Summary As a member of The Pet Sitter of Boise, LLC ...

The Pet Sitter Of Boise

Pet Sitter-Holiday Help

Eagle, ID · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

  • Retirement

In addition, TPS demonstrates its dedication to the pets in the communities it serves by supporting non-profit animal rescue organizations. Job Summary As a member of The Pet Sitter of Boise, LLC ...

Astrix Inc

Animal Caretaker

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

Animal Caretaker Location: Philadelphia, PA Contract to Hire The Vivarium Animal Facility is ... sitting) This is a complete list of all desired skills, but not all are required. We strongly ...

Pawfect Pet Sitter

Pet Sitter & Dog Walker

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$500 - $1.0K/mo

Are you an animal lover looking for rewarding work? As one of the valley's top, DOUBLE certified pet sitters & dog walkers, we're sniffing out new pet pros to join our pack. As a Pawfect Pet Sitter ...

Pawfect Pet Sitter

Pet Sitter & Dog Walker

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$500 - $1.0K/mo

Are you an animal lover looking for rewarding work? As one of the valley's top, DOUBLE certified pet sitters & dog walkers, we're sniffing out new pet pros to join our pack. As a Pawfect Pet Sitter ...

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How much do animal sitter jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for animal sitter in the United States is $16.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Animal Sitter vs Pet Walker?

AspectAnimal SitterPet Walker
CredentialsOften requires pet care experience, certifications varyUsually no formal certifications required
Work EnvironmentIn-home pet care, including feeding, administering medication, and overnight staysWalking pets outdoors, often in local neighborhoods or parks
Employer & Industry UsagePet owners, pet care agencies, pet sitting platformsPet owners, dog walking services, pet care apps

Animal Sitters typically provide comprehensive in-home care, including feeding, administering medication, and overnight stays. Pet Walkers focus on taking pets, especially dogs, for walks outdoors. While both roles involve caring for pets, Animal Sitters offer more extensive services, whereas Pet Walkers specialize in exercise and outdoor activity.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an animal sitter, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Animal Sitter, you need a basic understanding of animal care, first aid, and behavior, often supported by experience or relevant training. Familiarity with scheduling apps, pet-tracking devices, and communication tools is commonly required. Reliability, patience, and strong communication skills help build trust with pet owners and ensure the animals' well-being. These skills are essential for maintaining animal safety, providing quality care, and fostering positive client relationships.

What is an animal sitter?

Animal sitters are individuals who take care of pets or other animals while their owners are away. Their duties typically include feeding, walking, playing with, and monitoring the well-being of animals in the owner's home or the sitter's own residence. Animal sitters often provide services for a variety of pets, including dogs, cats, birds, and small mammals. They may also administer medication, clean up after the animals, and offer companionship to reduce the pet’s stress during the owner’s absence.

What are some common challenges faced by animal sitters, and how can they be managed?

Animal sitters often encounter challenges such as managing pets with special needs, handling multiple animals with different routines, and adapting to unfamiliar environments. Effective communication with pet owners about specific instructions and health concerns is key to success. Additionally, building trust with the animals and remaining calm in unexpected situations, such as minor health issues or behavioral problems, helps ensure a safe and positive experience for both the sitter and the pets.
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Infographic showing various Animal Sitter job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,377 per year, or $16 per hour.

Pet Sitter-Holiday Help

The Pet Sitter Of Boise

Eagle, ID • On-site

$16 - $20/hr

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Retirement

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Holiday Help Needed

Company Overview

The Pet Sitter of Boise, LLC (TPS) is an established pet sitting company that began in 2003. TPS currently serves clients in Boise, Meridian, Garden City, Eagle, Star, Kuna, and East Nampa 365 days a year. We provide premium pet care in the pets'/clients' homes while clients are on vacation or working long hours. TPS employees are passionate about pets and their care. In addition, TPS demonstrates its dedication to the pets in the communities it serves by supporting non-profit animal rescue organizations. 

Job Summary

As a member of The Pet Sitter of Boise, LLC's team, you will care for pets in our clients' homes while the humans are on vacation or working long hours. Depending on the pet and instructions from the client, care can include feeding, time outside, playtime, brushing, walking, administering medications, or other tasks.

Most pet visits last either 30 or 60 minutes according to each client's choice. Dog walks are visits of 30 or 60 minutes in the client's neighborhood. Pay is $16-$20/hour, +Tips

Responsibilities and Duties

IMPORTANT: Also see Required Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities below.

A successful candidate will perform the following duties:

  • Feed pets per client instructions; provide pets with fresh water each visit, clean up after pets, exercise or play with pets, walk dogs, administer medications to pets, brush pets, water plants, collect mail, secure the home, and other general pet- and home-care tasks
  • Communication with our clients. The Pet Sitter, LLC, uses a specialized smartphone pet-sitting app to communicate with clients. Each visit you will send an update, pictures, and a summary of completed tasks to the client.  
  • Fulfill visits in the client's home. Each visit has set durations of 30 minutes, 60 minutes, or 2 hour visits. Every day is different depending on the clients that schedule appointments that day. A pet sitter may visit various clients' homes in the morning, at midday, afternoon, evening, or late evening during the same day. Pet sitters will often share jobs for which one pet sitter will cover the morning and afternoon visits while another pet sitter will cover dinner and evening visits, for example.
  • Work independently but as part of a team of pet sitters. Our goal is to match pet sitters with clients in or near the area in which the pet sitters live.
  • Maintain availability during agreed-upon periods. Although some flexibility may naturally arise within a pet sitters' schedules, the job and schedules depend on our clients' pet-care needs.
  • This is a dream job for animal lovers!
  • We are looking for the one in a million, the gem in the rock pile...if this is you, please apply!

Required Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • love all animals
  • have and use a working smartphone with location services enabled and GPS/tracking time required
  • have experience caring for pets, either their own or other's
  • be able to restrain leashed dogs up to 80 pounds. Walking dogs requires skills sufficient to successfully walk dogs in public places. 
  • be able to walk on varied surfaces (concrete, asphalt, grass, gravel, dirt, and other surfaces typical of the area) in all weather (snow, rain, higher temperatures, and colder temperatures)
  • be able to walk dogs for 2-4 hours during a work period
  • be able to climb stairs depending on the design of the clients' homes
  • be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Clients often buy dog food, cat food, and cat litter in bulk packaging.
  • possess a valid driver's license, proof of insurance, and acceptable driving record
  • sign a non-compete/non-solicitation agreement

Benefits and Perks

Employees of The Pet Sitter of Boise, LLC experience the following benefits:

  • Enjoyment from being with and caring for animals
  • Supplemental income for doing work for which you are appreciated
  • Reasonable flexibility
  • Working within your own neighborhood (according to availability)
  • 401K Plan with match!
  • Pay is $16-$20/hour, +Tips

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