Dog Walker & Pet Care Specialist

Loyal Dog Club | Royal Oak, MI & Surrounding Communities

Do you love dogs, enjoy being active, and want a job that lets you spend your days outside instead of behind a desk? Loyal Dog Club is looking for dependable, compassionate animal lovers to join our growing team.

We provide personalized, one-on-one dog walks and pet care throughout Royal Oak and neighboring communities. Our walkers become trusted members of our clients’ lives, caring not only for their pets, but also for their homes and routines.

Schedule

We’re currently seeking team members with weekday availability between 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM.

Part-time hours available.

What You’ll Do

No two days are exactly the same, but responsibilities may include:

• Providing private walks and potty breaks for dogs of all ages and sizes
• Giving pets plenty of love, attention, and companionship
• Refreshing water bowls and wiping paws after walks
• Taking photos and sending visit updates through our pet care app
• Safely entering and securing clients’ homes
• Cleaning up after pets and maintaining a tidy environment
• Monitoring pets for changes in behavior or health concerns
• Communicating with our office team regarding any issues or updates
• Assisting with additional pet care services when needed
• Maintaining accurate mileage records between appointments

What Makes Someone Successful Here?

We’re looking for people who are:

• Dependable and punctual
• Comfortable working independently
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Friendly and professional with clients
• Comfortable around dogs of all breeds and sizes
• Able to walk several miles throughout the day in all seasons
• Excellent communicators
• Passionate about providing exceptional care

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license required
• Smartphone with ability to use our scheduling app
• Ability to walk multiple miles each day
• Comfortable handling multiple dogs when appropriate
• Ability to safely transport pets if needed
• Prior experience with dogs or animal care preferred
• Knowledge of dog behavior and basic pet first aid is a plus
• Must successfully pass a background check

Pay & Benefits

• Starting pay: $14 per hour
• Automatic 3% raise after successful completion of the 30-day introductory period
• Annual performance-based raises
• Time-and-a-half pay for services completed after normal business hours and on weekends
• Mileage reimbursement between appointments
• Flexible schedule
• Paid training and support from our administrative team
• Opportunity to work with amazing dogs every day

About Loyal Dog Club

At Loyal Dog Club, we believe pet care should be personal, not commercial. We pride ourselves on providing premium care while creating a supportive environment for our team members. If you’re looking for meaningful work, flexible hours, and a chance to spend your days with dogs, we’d love to hear from you.

Join the club and help us make tails wag throughout Metro Detroit.

Pay: $14.00 - $15.75 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Mileage reimbursement
• On-the-job training
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Work Location: On the road