Pet Sitter and Dog Walker

Company Overview

Pawsitive Dawg Walking and Pet Sitting is a Waltham, Massachusetts-based pet care company focused on force-free, fear-free care for dogs and cats. We provide solo dog walks and work with one family at a time so every pet receives individualized attention in a calm, safe, and supportive environment. Established in 2012, we are committed to compassionate care for animals and dependable service for pet owners.

The Opportunity

This is a strong opportunity for someone who wants to turn a genuine love of animals into meaningful, steady work with room to grow from part-time into full-time. You will play a direct role in the daily health, safety, and happiness of pets while building trusted relationships with clients and becoming part of a supportive, mission-driven team. For the right person, this is more than a flexible pet care job. It is a chance to build experience, earn more as your responsibilities grow, and develop into a long-term contributor.

What You'll Do

• Provide solo dog walks and pet sitting visits that give each animal focused, individualized care.
• Handle a range of daily pet care responsibilities including feeding, play, waste cleanup, litter box care, and home-visit support.
• Safely manage dogs of different sizes and temperaments while maintaining high standards for animal welfare and client trust.
• Complete detailed visit updates through the scheduling app, including notes and photos for pet owners and the internal team.
• Manage your schedule independently, stay responsive during shifts, and step in when coverage or schedule adjustments are needed.
• Work outdoors in changing New England weather conditions and maintain safe, reliable transportation between visits.

What Success Looks Like

• Within the first few weeks, you can confidently complete assigned walks and pet sitting visits on schedule with minimal supervision.
• Clients consistently receive reliable communication, thoughtful visit notes, and visible evidence of attentive care.
• Pets in your care are safe, comfortable, and well-managed, including those with medication needs, behavioral sensitivities, or more physically demanding routines.
• You become a dependable member of the team who can handle midday routes efficiently and help absorb additional visits as business grows.
• Over 6 to 12 months, you expand your hours and responsibilities based on performance, client demand, and your comfort level.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys working with both dogs and cats and who takes pride in being dependable, organized, and compassionate. The strongest candidates will have at least 2 years of hands-on animal care experience, whether personal, volunteer, or professional, and the confidence to handle both large and small dogs.

You should also bring:

• The physical ability to walk up to 6 miles per day and lift approximately 40 to 50 pounds when needed
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfort using a smartphone, GPS, and scheduling software
• A reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, and auto insurance
• Availability during agreed-upon weekday hours, with flexibility for last-minute visits as needed
• A clean criminal background and driving record
• Four references, including 3 professional and 1 personal

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation is based on commission per service, plus mileage reimbursement, a cell phone stipend, and 100% of tips. For candidates with 0 to 1 years of experience, starting pay for weekend work averages about $16 to $22 per hour depending on number of walks completed, with higher starting pay available for those with more professional paid dog walking or pet sitting experience.

This is a W-2 employee position, not an independent contractor role.

Benefits include:

• Paid training
• Cell phone stipend
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off after 12 months of employment
• Simple IRA for employees earning over $5,000 annually
• Direct deposit
• Bonding and liability insurance coverage

This role starts part-time and may grow into full-time for the right person. Additional earnings may be available through extra visits, pet sitting, overnights, and weekend work.

Work Location / Schedule

This role is based in the Waltham, Massachusetts service area, including Waltham, Belmont, Watertown, and parts of Newton, Lexington, Weston, and Lincoln. Work is on-site and travel between client homes is required.

Current weekday schedule options include:

• 5 hours per week between 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. or 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., Monday through Friday
• 10 hours per week between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., or 12:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday
• 15 hours per week between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., Monday through Friday
• 20 hours per week between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday

A minimum 6-month commitment is preferred. Temporary or seasonal roles are not available at this time.

How to Apply

If you are a dependable animal lover who wants to do meaningful work and grow with a compassionate pet care team, we encourage you to apply.