Dog Walker and Pet Sitter

Job Summary
Join our dynamic team as a Dog Walker and Pet Sitter, where your passion for animals and energetic personality will shine! In this role, you will provide attentive, loving care to a variety of pets, ensuring their safety, happiness, and well-being during walks, visits, and overnight stays (optional). Your enthusiasm for animal handling combined with your ability to follow detailed care instructions will make a positive impact on pets and their owners alike. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to turn your love for animals into a rewarding career while promoting healthy lifestyles for pets through engaging walks and personalized care.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Walk dogs of all sizes and temperaments, ensuring they receive proper exercise and mental stimulation
• Provide pet sitting services that include feeding, administering medication, and cleaning up after pets.
• Monitor pet behavior closely, recognizing signs of stress or illness, and communicate any concerns to pet owners promptly.
• Maintain detailed records of pet activities, feeding schedules, and any health concerns
• Support pet owners by offering exceptional customer service through clear communication and reliable care.
• Attend initial consultations with clients, to obtain business. At these meetings we find out the needs of the client and visits are set up according to the time and services required. These are not paid.
• Must do visits during the time clients indicate. Typical time frames for clients with dogs are between 7-9am, middle of day and 7-9pm.
• Must have smartphone as will need access to our booking app and will need to check in/out of visits and send picture updates to client at each visit.
• Must have own, reliable and insured vehicle. Must have a clean driving record. This is a job where driving is required.
• Must obtain your own liability insurance (we will show you how).
• MUST be able to work major holidays and weekends. We mostly cater to people on vacation. This is NOT a M-F 9-5 job.

Experience/Skills

• Must have experience providing oral medication to both dogs and cats.
• Veterinary technician or assistant experience that includes animal restraint, medication administration, or basic veterinary procedures is a plus.
• Experience working with animals in kennels, shelters, or pet daycare facilities demonstrates strong animal handling skills.
• Knowledge of pet grooming and pet care routines enhances the quality of service provided.
• Ability to lift heavy objects such as bags of pet food or litter safely and efficiently
• bility to get down on the floor to play with pets as well as ability/mobility to walk long distances with dogs.
• Excellent customer service skills are essential to build trust with pet owners and address their concerns professionally.
• Additional experience in working in veterinary environments can be beneficial but is not required. Embark on a fulfilling journey caring for animals while developing your skills in pet care, training, and customer service!

Embark on a rewarding journey caring for animals in a lively environment that values dedication, compassion, and professionalism. Your enthusiasm for animal welfare will help create happy tails and wagging smiles every day!

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $200.00 - $700.00 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Application Question(s):

• Have you ever provided oral medication to cats?
• What zip code do you live in?

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Pet care: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road