Dog Walker and Pet Sitter

Job Summary
At Sweet Paws & Pads, we’re more than pet sitters- we’re a trusted extension of our clients’ families. As an award-winning pet care company, we pride ourselves on delivering dependable, high-quality, and loving care to every pet we serve.

We’re looking for a reliable, compassionate, and detail-oriented Dog Walker & Pet Sitter to join our growing team. In this role, you’ll provide exceptional care through walks, drop-in visits, and companionship- ensuring pets feel safe, happy, and loved while their owners are away.

If you love being active, working independently, and building meaningful relationships with pets (and their humans!), this is the perfect fit for you.

What You’ll Do

• Provide safe, engaging walks for dogs of all sizes, breeds, and energy levels
• Complete drop-in visits including feeding, fresh water, potty breaks, and enrichment
• Follow detailed care instructions specific to each pet and household
• Administer medications when needed (training provided)
• Keep pet areas clean and tidy (food bowls, litter boxes, accident cleanup, etc.)
• Monitor pets closely and report any behavioral or health concerns
• Send thorough, professional visit reports with photos after each visit
• Deliver a consistent, reliable experience that reflects the Sweet Paws & Pads standard

What We’re Looking For

• A genuine love for animals and a strong sense of responsibility
• Prior pet care, dog walking, kennel, or veterinary experience preferred
• Ability to confidently handle dogs of all sizes and temperaments
• Strong attention to detail- following instructions is critical in this role
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and manage your schedule efficiently
• Comfortable being outdoors and active throughout the day
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license

Availability Expectations (Please Read Carefully)

• Availability for morning visits starting as early as 7:00 AM
• Availability for evening/bedtime visits starting as late as 8:30 PM
• Weekend availability is required
• Holiday availability is required

Sweet Paws & Pads operates 365 days a year, and our clients rely on us during the times they need care most- especially weekends and holidays. Reliability and consistency in your availability are essential to success in this role.

Why Join Sweet Paws & Pads?

• Be part of an award-winning, fast-growing pet care company
• Work with a supportive, communicative team that truly values you
• Build relationships with amazing pets and loyal clients
• Stay active while doing work that genuinely makes a difference
• Clear expectations, structured processes, and ongoing support to help you succeed

At Sweet Paws & Pads, we set the bar high because our clients trust us with their family members- and we take that seriously. If you’re dependable, caring, and ready to be part of something special, we’d love to meet you!

Pay: $15.00 - $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 5.0 – 25.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid training

License/Certification:

• Driver license (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person