For caregivers

Find local pet care jobs

From dog walking and boarding to cat sitting and more, you’ll find lots of opportunities to earn with Care.com.

Find pet care jobs on your schedule

Jobs that match you

Walk, board, or sit—choose the services you want to offer.

Earn your way

Set your own rates and get your profile in front of thousands of families looking for care.

Safety first

Access tools and 24/7 support to help you avoid scams and stay safe while job searching.

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Get started with Care.com

Follow these steps to get started:

Share what you’re looking for

Add who you are, where you live, and what kinds of jobs you want.

Add background check info

Provide details to complete your required background check. 

Build your profile 

Add a photo, a bio, what services you offer, and your availability.

Start applying for jobs

Once you’ve submitted your profile, you can apply to jobs and receive messages from families.

Safety

Safety is at the heart of our community

With CareProtect™, you get access to tools and support that help you avoid scams and have a safer job search.

Always-on monitoring – We flag fraud and remove users who break the rules of our community.

Support when you need it – A safety hotline available 24/7 to respond to your concerns.

Dedicated safety center – Explore guides, tips, and tools to help navigate your job search with safety in mind.

One platform, so many ways to earn 

More than 29 million families have turned to Care.com. Maximize your earning potential with more jobs, across more categories—all on a single platform.

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Helpful Resources

How to start a pet sitting business

From researching your clients to marketing yourself, experienced pet sitters share advice and tips on how to start a pet sitting business.

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Top pet sitter interview questions

Questions to anticipate being asked during your pet sitting interview and other ways to prepare in order to land the job.

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How much to charge for pet sitting

Experts offer tips and advice for what factors to take into account when figuring out how much to charge for pet sitting.

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Frequently asked questions

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