Our Pet Sitter job description includes the responsibilities, duties, skills, education, qualifications, and experience.
About the Pet Sitter role
A pet sitter is responsible for providing care for pets in their own home or the pet owner's home while the owner is away. This includes feeding, exercising, and providing companionship. Pet sitters may also need to administer medication, provide basic grooming services, and be able to handle any emergency situations.
Role Purpose
The purpose of a Pet Sitter job role is to provide care for animals in their own homes while the owners are away. This typically involves providing food, water, and exercise according to the owner's instructions, as well as providing companionship and love for the animals. Pet sitters may also need to perform additional tasks such as administering medication, taking care of litter boxes, and providing basic grooming services.
Pet Sitter Summary
A Pet Sitter is responsible for providing care and companionship to animals while their owners are away. This may involve providing overnight stays or daily visits to the pet's home or other designated location. Duties may include feeding, providing fresh water, administering medications, providing exercise, playing, and taking the pet outdoors. The Pet Sitter must be reliable, caring, and able to follow instructions. Experience with animals and knowledge of animal behavior and welfare is preferred.
Pet Sitter Duties
- Walk pets
- Feed pets
- Administer medications
- Provide companionship
- Cleaning up after pets
Pet Sitter Skills
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Ability to follow instructions
- Patience
- Ability to provide comfort and companionship
Pet Sitter Requirements
- Comfortable with animals
- Experience with pet care
- Organized and reliable
Personal Traits
- Reliable
- Compassionate
- Patient