Dog Walker and Pet Sitter

About us

Happy Dogs @ Home is a rapidly growing family owned business in South Windsor, CT and believe from promoting from within.We provide private in-home dog training, dog socialization programs, dog sitting and daily dog walking that is custom tailored to our clients and their dog’s individual needs. We serve South Windsor, CT and its surrounding towns.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a part time reliable and responsible individual to join our team as an experienced Dog Handler with strong organizational skills. As a Dog Handler you will be responsible for providing exercise, transportation, dog walks and companionship to dogs in our care.

Must have clean neat reliable transportation to use during working hours to travel 2-3 to from local homes for Dog Walking service

This is a great opportunity for animal lovers who enjoy spending time outdoors and working with dogs and looking to grow with a rapidly expanding Dog Service company.

Duties:

- Walk dogs on designated routes and ensure their safety at all times

- Provide exercise and playtime for dogs to promote their physical and mental well-being

- Follow specific instructions provided by dog owners regarding feeding, medication, and any special care requirements

- Monitor the behavior and health of dogs during walks and report any concerns to the appropriate supervisor

- Clean up after dogs during walks and properly dispose of waste

Skills:

- 2+ years Experience in pet care, dog walking, pet sitting , or dog training and or veterinary technician

- Excellent customer service skills to interact with dog owners in a professional and friendly manner

We offer competitive compensation for this position with opportunity to career grow as we continue to expand.

If you are passionate about working with animals , enjoy being outdoors, and have strong experience in dog care, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application through our online portal.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Mileage reimbursement
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Application Question(s):

• Do you currently own a reliable car or SUV that can safely to travel to between South Windsor and Vernon, CT?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Dog handling: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person