What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pet Sitter position at Happy Paws Pensacola?
Overnight Pet Sitter (In-Client's Home)Happy Paws Pensacola | Pensacola, FL
Part-Time | Independent Contractor (1099) | As-Needed
About Happy Paws Pensacola
Happy Paws Pensacola is a professional, in-home pet sitting company providing personalized care in our clients' homes. We believe pets are happiest when they can remain in their familiar environment while their families travel.
We're looking for dependable, compassionate animal lovers who can provide companionship-focused overnight care while treating every client's home and pets with the same respect they would their own.
This is not a boarding position. All care is provided in our clients' homes.
What You'll Do
As an Overnight Pet Sitter, you'll stay overnight in clients' homes while providing attentive, loving care for their pets.
Responsibilities include:
- Staying overnight in clients' homes
- Feeding pets according to detailed instructions
- Walking dogs
- Administering medications (training provided if needed)
- Cleaning litter boxes and picking up waste
- Refreshing food and water
- Providing companionship, playtime, and enrichment
- Sending photo updates through our app
- Keeping homes clean and secure
- Following detailed care instructions
This Position Is Ideal For Someone Who:
- Has a flexible schedule
- Works remotely, is retired, self-employed, or has flexible daytime availability
- Loves spending time with animals
- Is dependable and communicates well
- Can work independently without supervision
- Wants long-term, as-needed work
- Is available during weekends and holidays
Important Schedule Expectations
Our overnight care is companionship-based.
Many pets cannot be left alone for more than approximately 4–5 consecutive hours during the day, depending on their individual needs.
This position is not a good fit for someone who works a traditional full-time daytime schedule outside the home.
Requirements
- Must be 21 years or older
- Reliable transportation
- Smartphone with reliable internet
- Comfortable with dogs of all breeds and sizes
- Able to walk dogs in various weather conditions
- Able to lift up to approximately 50 pounds when necessary
- Pass a federal background check
- Comfortable staying overnight in clients' homes
- Excellent communication skills
- Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Professional pet care experience is a plus but not required. We value reliability, communication, and compassion just as much as experience.
Pay
Most overnight bookings include staying overnight plus daytime companionship and care.
Additional compensation may apply for holidays or additional daytime visits when applicable.
Why Work With Happy Paws?
- Flexible scheduling
- Supportive local business
- Meaningful work with animals
- Ongoing opportunities throughout the year
- Holiday and weekend earning opportunities
- Build lasting relationships with pets and clients
To Apply
If you're dependable, love animals, communicate well, and have the flexibility to provide companionship-focused overnight care, we'd love to hear from you.
Language:
- English (Required)
Work Location: In person