kennel technician

Frolic Pet Services

<div>***We currently have a high need for staff available for OVERNIGHT APPOINTMENTS in North Seattle***
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A career in caring for animals is a life well lived.
We recently went through an ownership/management change in 2025. We strive to be the most professional and knowledgeable pet care team in the PNW. That team is crafted from wonderful and dedicated people who have a passion for animals that exceeds the norm. We are deeply loving, ultra-communicative, supportive, forward-thinking, detail-oriented, open-minded, and safety driven individuals who have banded together to build a terrific team to care for clients' fur-children. 
Frolic Pet Services is currently hiring Part-Time Dog Walkers &amp; Pet Sitters in various neighborhoods from North Seattle, Downtown, West Seattle, South Seattle, Des Moines, Kent, Auburn to NE Tacoma.
Frolic Pet Services is a locally-owned professional pet care company providing various services to clients in the Puget Sound region since 2008. Our team is composed of life-long animal lovers who are deeply dedicated to the well-being of the pets entrusted to their care. Most of our staff have been working with us for 5+ years! We are seeking dedicated do-good-humans to join our team to provide high quality pet sitting and dog walking services to our long list of beloved pets.
Our company structure is different from the others - we believe in having W2 employees, not 1099 independent contractors, so that we can offer our staff support, provide expert education, and have stable schedules, among many other benefits. This allows us to focus on our core values to provide clients reliability, consistency, and a professional level of care and safety. If you have a passion for pets, a keen eye for detail, and enjoy a physically active work-life balanced with puppy bellies - Apply now!
Check out our website www.FrolicPetServices.com for a full description of what sets us apart and why we're so proud to welcome another long term staff member to our team! - Read through our pages - About Us, Our Team, and our Careers page!
We provide a wide variety of pet care services to clients all over the Puget Sound region, and our services are offered 365 days a year. We have a plethora of services from dog walking to kitty care, daytime drop-ins, vacation care, and even sleepovers - we do it all. Our Dog Walkers/Pet Sitters are provided with expert training and are supported by our small knit office team who work with you to create appointment schedules, with driving routes considered, that are suited to your location and availability. We're always ready to assist when questions arise while you're out spending time with pets. We handle all of the marketing, training, client contact, set up and administration duties so you get to just focus on giving those high quality belly rubs, exercise, and loving care to all the pets!
Additionally, we are also looking to expand our office and management team out of Des Moines - if you have experience working in the animal industry, have an animal training background, or want to transition to a pet-centered office career - we'd love to meet with you.
See our CAREERS page for more detailed information on how we operate, job duties, responsibilities and requirements. 
Part time Schedule:
We Service North Seattle to NE Tacoma. The area you live in is typically the area you work in - service 'zones' aren't set - we build a custom schedule based on your location and availability. Routes are localized, pre-scheduled, and mapped for efficiency &amp; accuracy by our amazing office team. We have staff who are incredibly helpful even being available for a routine 1 hour window of time! So whether you can work with us 2 hours a week or 25, we encourage you to apply! We also look for backup for all shifts, all locations, on all days to support our team.
Zones: North Seattle / Downtown (Metro/Cap) / West Seattle / Mercer Island / South Seattle / Renton / Des Moines-Burien / Kent / Auburn / Federal way / NE Tacoma.
Shifts*: Morning 8-10a / Midday 10a-4p / Eve 4-8p / and Overnight &quot;sleepover&quot; in clients' homes typically 7p-7a (adjustable 7-9 with a 12-hour stay).
Hours: are depending on client requests and staff availability, while most of our clients have the same recurring schedule every week, we also have a lot of clients who add-in for last minute needs or go on vacation. Due to the nature of pet care, exact hours may vary based on client requests in your coverage zone(s). If you are able to travel to another zone, more hours may be available!
Responsibilities<ul><li>
Provide professional and high-quality pet care Dog walking and pet sitting duties for regular weekly, one-time, &amp; vacation-care clients, i.e. cleaning, feeding, walking at various pace, playing, petting, brushing, pet waste clean-up, light housekeeping, medication administration, etc.</li><li>
Provide dog walking at pace for individual pet need as well as guidance to stay on track with their owners training regimens.</li><li>
Communicate with the Frolic office and clients, and provide appointment updates &amp; cute pet photos/videos via our app.</li><li>
Update our team about any changes with clients details or instructions, especially regarding pets, home instructions, locations, entry, safety, etc.</li><li>
Be able to keep an attentive eye out for potential issues or problems; provide quality attention in relation to the health and safety of all the pets you work with.</li><li>
Additional and more detailed responsibilities will be highlighted in the interview process and at hire.</li></ul>
Qualifications:<ul><li>
Previous experience in the animal industry is highly desired, but not required - dog walker, dog trainer, veterinary technician, vet tech, vet customer service representative or receptionist, kennel tech, dog handler, doggy daycare camp or boarding, animal caretaker, etc.
</li><li>Most importantly, must deeply love animals and have a caring personality putting safety and pet happiness first.</li><li>
Must be 21 years of age or older.</li><li>
Valid driver's license and reliable &amp; insured vehicle required.</li><li>
Reliable smartphone with data package, messaging, GPS, email, phone, and camera required. (You will be required to download an app and use it throughout your entire working day with location services activated - Battery backup highly encouraged)</li><li>
Vaccination against COVID-19 as recommended by the CDC. Some clients are still requesting masking in their homes.</li><li>
Possess a high level of patience, calm demeanor, and problem-solving attitude. Things can occasionally go not-quite-as-expected when dealing with pets, so a cool head with a focus on safety is a must!</li><li>
Attention to detail regarding situational awareness, written instructions and pet health.</li><li>
Highly communicative, team player, and comfortable asking questions or addressing possible issues.</li><li>
Adjustable to a changing schedule - clients adding in, adjusted requested arrival times, and covering for your co-workers when they're out sick or on vacation.</li><li>
Time management, self-motivated, and able to stay on task with little or no supervision.</li><li>
Friendly and outgoing personality, able to interact and communicate with clients and co-workers in a consistently professional manner.</li><li>
Deeply trustworthy, able to pass a background check and provide references</li></ul>
Physical Requirements:
Physicality is required for this job as it is highly active. Since safety is our top priority for you and the pets, our requirements reflect that. While we do train basic body mechanics, dog walking leash handling, human body adjustments for dog body language you'll need to meet the following requirements.
Please note that we walk a LOT, and depending on your schedule, it's possible to have a full day of back to back dog walk appointments scheduled (30-60 minute appointments each) for possibly 4-6 hours of 'walk time'. While each client has pets with different exercise needs, most clients need help getting their dogs tired out - so not all appointments are a leisurely stroll with an elderly pup. We also walk on different pathways and in all kinds of weather so coordination along with pace is needed to be successful. Able to walk at a moderate-to-fast pace (including hills) for long periods of time in all weather conditions, for approximately 4-10 miles a day (depending on hours).
Based on WA L&amp;I guidance with regards to dog walking (multiple dogs on leash) and pet sitting services the following physical requirements apply to all jobs at Frolic Pet Services:
Frequency Guidelines: 
N: Never (not at all) 
S: Seldom (1 - 10% of the time) 
O: Occasional (11 - 33% of the time) 
F: Frequent (34 - 66% of the time) 
C: Constant (67 - 100% of the time)
Sitting - O (During travel, between appointments, and at cat-only visits. ) 
Standing - C 
Walking - C 
Heights/Stairs - O (Stairs in and outside of clients homes and high rise buildings, uneven ground outside, adverse services) 
Twisting at the Waist - F (Working with dogs and cats, leash handling, cleaning up after pets and providing basic housekeeping within the home) 
Bending/Stooping - F 
Squatting/Kneeling - F 
Crawling - S 
Reaching Out - C 
Talking/Hearing/Seeing - C 
Working Above Shoulders - O 
Handling/Grasping - C 
Wrist (Flexion/extension) - C 
Grasp (Forceful) - C 
Fine Finger Manipulation - C 
Foot Controls - C 
Driving - F 
Repetitive Motion - F 
Lifting (70) lbs. 
Carrying (70) lbs. 
Pushing/Pulling (70+) lbs.+ (Walking dog(s) of various sizes and handling them with a leash) 
Compensation &amp; Benefits<ul><li>
$21.30-24/hr starting base, DOE. **INCLUDES paid drive times between appointments**</li><li>
Percentage commission (approx $70+ per night) when providing &quot;Sleepover&quot; services in clients homes; individual overnight appointments that take place outside of regular consecutively scheduled hours. i.e. 7pm-7am but only providing up to 2.5 hours of actual 'working' time.</li><li>
Tips (client dependent but most of our employees regularly receive approximately 15-30% tips for providing excellent service!)</li><li>
Paid training - both guided study and hands on with our dog trainer.</li><li>
Mileage reimbursement is usually available for coverage out of your dedicated zones.</li><li>
Dog walking gear &amp; uniforms provided.</li><li>
W2 employee state and federal benefits (ie WA Paid Sick/Safe Leave)</li><li>
Full time positions are eligible for medical, PTO, and other great benefits after a standard waiting period. We're also hoping to implement retirement plan options in the near future!</li><li>
Depending on your availability, location, skill level, and qualifications, additional positions and promotion opportunities are available!</li></ul>
APPLY on our website or through the site you saw this ad in
Application Process: The Application should take you approximately 20-25 minutes and includes a series of basic questions that tells us a little about your experience and availability. Once we have reviewed your application, we will reach out for a short introductory phone interview or zoom call, then invite you to our home office in Des Moines for an in-person interview and dog walk with our trainer! 
Frolic Pet Services embraces diversity and opposes discrimination. Candidates must be eligible to work in the US and have the ability to perform all duties as assigned with or without reasonable accommodations.</div>

Dog Walker & Pet Sitter - North Seattle

<div>A career in caring for animals is a life well lived.
We recently went through an ownership/management change in 2025. We strive to be the most professional and knowledgeable pet care team in the PNW. That team is crafted from wonderful and dedicated people who have a passion for animals that exceeds the norm. We are deeply loving, ultra-communicative, supportive, forward-thinking, detail-oriented, open-minded, and safety driven individuals who have banded together to build a terrific team to care for clients' fur-children. 
Frolic Pet Services is currently hiring Part-Time Dog Walkers &amp; Pet Sitters in various neighborhoods from North Seattle, Downtown, West Seattle, South Seattle, Des Moines, Kent, Auburn to Federal Way.
Frolic Pet Services is a locally-owned professional pet care company providing various services to clients in the Puget Sound region since 2008. Our team is composed of life-long animal lovers who are deeply dedicated to the well-being of the pets entrusted to their care. Most of our staff have been working with us for 5+ years! We are seeking dedicated do-good-humans to join our team to provide high quality pet sitting and dog walking services to our long list of beloved pets.
Our company structure is different from the others - we believe in having W2 employees, not 1099 independent contractors, so that we can offer our staff support, provide expert education, and have stable schedules, among many other benefits. This allows us to focus on our core values to provide clients reliability, consistency, and a professional level of care and safety. If you have a passion for pets, a keen eye for detail, and enjoy a physically active work-life balanced with puppy bellies - Apply now!
Check out our website www.FrolicPetServices.com for a full description of what sets us apart and why we're so proud to welcome another long term staff member to our team! - Read through our pages - About Us, Our Team, and our Careers page!
We provide a wide variety of pet care services to clients all over the Puget Sound region, and our services are offered 365 days a year. We have a plethora of services from dog walking to kitty care, daytime drop-ins, vacation care, and even sleepovers - we do it all. Our Dog Walkers/Pet Sitters are provided with expert training and are supported by our small knit office team who work with you to create appointment schedules, with driving routes considered, that are suited to your location and availability. We're always ready to assist when questions arise while you're out spending time with pets. We handle all of the marketing, training, client contact, set up and administration duties so you get to just focus on giving those high quality belly rubs, exercise, and loving care to all the pets!
Additionally, we are also looking to expand our office and management team out of Des Moines - if you have experience working in the animal industry, have an animal training background, or want to transition to a pet-centered office career - we'd love to meet with you.
See our CAREERS page for more detailed information on how we operate, job duties, responsibilities and requirements. 
Schedule:
We Service North Seattle to NE Tacoma. The area you live in is typically the area you work in - service 'zones' aren't set - we build a custom schedule based on your location and availability. Routes are localized, pre-scheduled, and mapped for efficiency &amp; accuracy by our amazing office team. We have staff who are incredibly helpful even being available for a routine 1 hour window of time! So whether you can work with us 2 hours a week or 25, we encourage you to apply! We also look for backup for all shifts, all locations, on all days to support our team.
Zones: North Seattle / Downtown (Metro/Cap) / West Seattle / Mercer Island / South Seattle / Renton / Des Moines-Burien / Kent / Auburn / Federal way / NE Tacoma.
Shifts*: Morning 8-10a / Midday 10a-4p / Eve 4-8p / and Overnight &quot;sleepover&quot; in clients' homes typically 7p-7a (adjustable 7-9 with a 12-hour stay).
Hours: are depending on client requests and staff availability, while most of our clients have the same recurring schedule every week, we also have a lot of clients who add-in for last minute needs or go on vacation. Due to the nature of pet care, exact hours may vary based on client requests in your coverage zone(s). If you are able to travel to another zone, more hours may be available!
Responsibilities<ul><li>
Provide professional and high-quality pet care Dog walking and pet sitting duties for regular weekly, one-time, &amp; vacation-care clients, i.e. cleaning, feeding, walking at various pace, playing, petting, brushing, pet waste clean-up, light housekeeping, medication administration, etc.</li><li>
Provide dog walking at pace for individual pet need as well as guidance to stay on track with their owners training regimens.</li><li>
Communicate with the Frolic office and clients, and provide appointment updates &amp; cute pet photos/videos via our app.</li><li>
Update our team about any changes with clients details or instructions, especially regarding pets, home instructions, locations, entry, safety, etc.</li><li>
Be able to keep an attentive eye out for potential issues or problems; provide quality attention in relation to the health and safety of all the pets you work with.</li><li>
Additional and more detailed responsibilities will be highlighted in the interview process and at hire.</li></ul>
Qualifications:<ul><li>
Previous experience in the animal industry is highly desired, but not required - dog walker, dog trainer, veterinary technician, vet tech, vet customer service representative or receptionist, kennel tech, dog handler, doggy daycare camp or boarding, animal caretaker, etc.
</li><li>Most importantly, must deeply love animals and have a caring personality putting safety and pet happiness first.</li><li>
Must be 21 years of age or older.</li><li>
Valid driver's license and reliable &amp; insured vehicle required.</li><li>
Reliable smartphone with data package, messaging, GPS, email, phone, and camera required. (You will be required to download an app and use it throughout your entire working day with location services activated - Battery backup highly encouraged)</li><li>
Vaccination against COVID-19 as recommended by the CDC. Some clients are still requesting masking in their homes.</li><li>
Possess a high level of patience, calm demeanor, and problem-solving attitude. Things can occasionally go not-quite-as-expected when dealing with pets, so a cool head with a focus on safety is a must!</li><li>
Attention to detail regarding situational awareness, written instructions and pet health.</li><li>
Highly communicative, team player, and comfortable asking questions or addressing possible issues.</li><li>
Adjustable to a changing schedule - clients adding in, adjusted requested arrival times, and covering for your co-workers when they're out sick or on vacation.</li><li>
Time management, self-motivated, and able to stay on task with little or no supervision.</li><li>
Friendly and outgoing personality, able to interact and communicate with clients and co-workers in a consistently professional manner.</li><li>
Deeply trustworthy background and able to provide references</li></ul>
Physical Requirements:
Physicality is required for this job as it is highly active. Since safety is our top priority for you and the pets, our requirements reflect that. While we do train basic body mechanics, dog walking leash handling, human body adjustments for dog body language you'll need to meet the following requirements.
Please note that we walk a LOT, and depending on your schedule, it's possible to have a full day of back to back dog walk appointments scheduled (30-60 minute appointments each) for possibly 4-6 hours of 'walk time'. While each client has pets with different exercise needs, most clients need help getting their dogs tired out - so not all appointments are a leisurely stroll with an elderly pup. We also walk on different pathways and in all kinds of weather so coordination along with pace is needed to be successful. Able to walk at a moderate-to-fast pace (including hills) for long periods of time in all weather conditions, for approximately 4-10 miles a day (depending on hours).
Based on WA L&amp;I guidance with regards to dog walking (multiple dogs on leash) and pet sitting services the following physical requirements apply to all jobs at Frolic Pet Services:
Frequency Guidelines: 
N: Never (not at all) 
S: Seldom (1 - 10% of the time) 
O: Occasional (11 - 33% of the time) 
F: Frequent (34 - 66% of the time) 
C: Constant (67 - 100% of the time)
Sitting - O (During travel, between appointments, and at cat-only visits. ) 
Standing - C 
Walking - C 
Heights/Stairs - O (Stairs in and outside of clients homes and high rise buildings, uneven ground outside, adverse services) 
Twisting at the Waist - F (Working with dogs and cats, leash handling, cleaning up after pets and providing basic housekeeping within the home) 
Bending/Stooping - F 
Squatting/Kneeling - F 
Crawling - S 
Reaching Out - C 
Talking/Hearing/Seeing - C 
Working Above Shoulders - O 
Handling/Grasping - C 
Wrist (Flexion/extension) - C 
Grasp (Forceful) - C 
Fine Finger Manipulation - C 
Foot Controls - C 
Driving - F 
Repetitive Motion - F 
Lifting (70) lbs. 
Carrying (70) lbs. 
Pushing/Pulling (70+) lbs.+ (Walking dog(s) of various sizes and handling them with a leash) 
Compensation &amp; Benefits<ul><li>
$19-23/hr starting base, DOE. **INCLUDES paid drive times between appointments**</li><li>
Percentage commission (approx $70+ per night) when providing &quot;Sleepover&quot; services in clients homes; individual overnight appointments that take place outside of regular consecutively scheduled hours. i.e. 7pm-7am but only providing up to 2.5 hours of actual 'working' time.</li><li>
Tips (client dependent but most of our employees regularly receive approximately 15-30% tips for providing excellent service!)</li><li>
Paid training - both guided study and hands on with our dog trainer.</li><li>
Mileage reimbursement is usually available for coverage out of your dedicated zones.</li><li>
Dog walking gear &amp; uniforms provided.</li><li>
W2 employee state and federal benefits (ie WA Paid Sick/Safe Leave)</li><li>
Full time positions are eligible for medical, PTO, and other great benefits after a standard waiting period. We're also hoping to implement retirement plan options in the near future!</li><li>
Depending on your availability, location, skill level, and qualifications, additional positions and promotion opportunities are available!</li></ul>
APPLY on our website or through the site you saw this ad in
Application Process: The Application should take you approximately 20-25 minutes and includes a series of basic questions that tells us a little about your experience and availability. Once we have reviewed your application, we will reach out for a short introductory phone interview or zoom call, then invite you to our home office in Des Moines for an in-person interview and dog walk with our trainer! 
Frolic Pet Services embraces diversity and opposes discrimination. Candidates must be eligible to work in the US and have the ability to perform all duties as assigned with or without reasonable accommodations.</div>

Dog Walker & Pet Sitter - West and South Seattle

<div>A career in caring for animals is a life well lived.
We recently went through an ownership/management change in 2025. We strive to be the most professional and knowledgeable pet care team in the PNW. That team is crafted from wonderful and dedicated people who have a passion for animals that exceeds the norm. We are deeply loving, ultra-communicative, supportive, forward-thinking, detail-oriented, open-minded, and safety driven individuals who have banded together to build a terrific team to care for clients' fur-children. 
Frolic Pet Services is currently hiring Part-Time Dog Walkers &amp; Pet Sitters in various neighborhoods from North Seattle, Downtown, West Seattle, South Seattle, Des Moines, Kent, Auburn to NE Tacoma.
Frolic Pet Services is a locally-owned professional pet care company providing various services to clients in the Puget Sound region since 2008. Our team is composed of life-long animal lovers who are deeply dedicated to the well-being of the pets entrusted to their care. Most of our staff have been working with us for 5+ years! We are seeking dedicated do-good-humans to join our team to provide high quality pet sitting and dog walking services to our long list of beloved pets.
Our company structure is different from the others - we believe in having W2 employees, not 1099 independent contractors, so that we can offer our staff support, provide expert education, and have stable schedules, among many other benefits. This allows us to focus on our core values to provide clients reliability, consistency, and a professional level of care and safety. If you have a passion for pets, a keen eye for detail, and enjoy a physically active work-life balanced with puppy bellies - Apply now!
Check out our website www.FrolicPetServices.com for a full description of what sets us apart and why we're so proud to welcome another long term staff member to our team! - Read through our pages - About Us, Our Team, and our Careers page!
We provide a wide variety of pet care services to clients all over the Puget Sound region, and our services are offered 365 days a year. We have a plethora of services from dog walking to kitty care, daytime drop-ins, vacation care, and even sleepovers - we do it all. Our Dog Walkers/Pet Sitters are provided with expert training and are supported by our small knit office team who work with you to create appointment schedules, with driving routes considered, that are suited to your location and availability. We're always ready to assist when questions arise while you're out spending time with pets. We handle all of the marketing, training, client contact, set up and administration duties so you get to just focus on giving those high quality belly rubs, exercise, and loving care to all the pets!
Additionally, we are also looking to expand our office and management team out of Des Moines - if you have experience working in the animal industry, have an animal training background, or want to transition to a pet-centered office career - we'd love to meet with you.
See our CAREERS page for more detailed information on how we operate, job duties, responsibilities and requirements. 
Part time Schedule:
We Service North Seattle to NE Tacoma. The area you live in is typically the area you work in - service 'zones' aren't set - we build a custom schedule based on your location and availability. Routes are localized, pre-scheduled, and mapped for efficiency &amp; accuracy by our amazing office team. We have staff who are incredibly helpful even being available for a routine 1 hour window of time! So whether you can work with us 2 hours a week or 25, we encourage you to apply! We also look for backup for all shifts, all locations, on all days to support our team.
Zones: North Seattle / Downtown (Metro/Cap) / West Seattle / Mercer Island / South Seattle / Renton / Des Moines-Burien / Kent / Auburn / Federal way / NE Tacoma.
Shifts*: Morning 8-10a / Midday 10a-4p / Eve 4-8p / and Overnight &quot;sleepover&quot; in clients' homes typically 7p-7a (adjustable 7-9 with a 12-hour stay).
Hours: are depending on client requests and staff availability, while most of our clients have the same recurring schedule every week, we also have a lot of clients who add-in for last minute needs or go on vacation. Due to the nature of pet care, exact hours may vary based on client requests in your coverage zone(s). If you are able to travel to another zone, more hours may be available!
Responsibilities<ul><li>
Provide professional and high-quality pet care Dog walking and pet sitting duties for regular weekly, one-time, &amp; vacation-care clients, i.e. cleaning, feeding, walking at various pace, playing, petting, brushing, pet waste clean-up, light housekeeping, medication administration, etc.</li><li>
Provide dog walking at pace for individual pet need as well as guidance to stay on track with their owners training regimens.</li><li>
Communicate with the Frolic office and clients, and provide appointment updates &amp; cute pet photos/videos via our app.</li><li>
Update our team about any changes with clients details or instructions, especially regarding pets, home instructions, locations, entry, safety, etc.</li><li>
Be able to keep an attentive eye out for potential issues or problems; provide quality attention in relation to the health and safety of all the pets you work with.</li><li>
Additional and more detailed responsibilities will be highlighted in the interview process and at hire.</li></ul>
Qualifications:<ul><li>
Previous experience in the animal industry is highly desired, but not required - dog walker, dog trainer, veterinary technician, vet tech, vet customer service representative or receptionist, kennel tech, dog handler, doggy daycare camp or boarding, animal caretaker, etc.
</li><li>Most importantly, must deeply love animals and have a caring personality putting safety and pet happiness first.</li><li>
Must be 21 years of age or older.</li><li>
Valid driver's license and reliable &amp; insured vehicle required.</li><li>
Reliable smartphone with data package, messaging, GPS, email, phone, and camera required. (You will be required to download an app and use it throughout your entire working day with location services activated - Battery backup highly encouraged)</li><li>
Vaccination against COVID-19 as recommended by the CDC. Some clients are still requesting masking in their homes.</li><li>
Possess a high level of patience, calm demeanor, and problem-solving attitude. Things can occasionally go not-quite-as-expected when dealing with pets, so a cool head with a focus on safety is a must!</li><li>
Attention to detail regarding situational awareness, written instructions and pet health.</li><li>
Highly communicative, team player, and comfortable asking questions or addressing possible issues.</li><li>
Adjustable to a changing schedule - clients adding in, adjusted requested arrival times, and covering for your co-workers when they're out sick or on vacation.</li><li>
Time management, self-motivated, and able to stay on task with little or no supervision.</li><li>
Friendly and outgoing personality, able to interact and communicate with clients and co-workers in a consistently professional manner.</li><li>
Deeply trustworthy, able to pass a background check and provide references</li></ul>
Physical Requirements:
Physicality is required for this job as it is highly active. Since safety is our top priority for you and the pets, our requirements reflect that. While we do train basic body mechanics, dog walking leash handling, human body adjustments for dog body language you'll need to meet the following requirements.
Please note that we walk a LOT, and depending on your schedule, it's possible to have a full day of back to back dog walk appointments scheduled (30-60 minute appointments each) for possibly 4-6 hours of 'walk time'. While each client has pets with different exercise needs, most clients need help getting their dogs tired out - so not all appointments are a leisurely stroll with an elderly pup. We also walk on different pathways and in all kinds of weather so coordination along with pace is needed to be successful. Able to walk at a moderate-to-fast pace (including hills) for long periods of time in all weather conditions, for approximately 4-10 miles a day (depending on hours).
Based on WA L&amp;I guidance with regards to dog walking (multiple dogs on leash) and pet sitting services the following physical requirements apply to all jobs at Frolic Pet Services:
Frequency Guidelines: 
N: Never (not at all) 
S: Seldom (1 - 10% of the time) 
O: Occasional (11 - 33% of the time) 
F: Frequent (34 - 66% of the time) 
C: Constant (67 - 100% of the time)
Sitting - O (During travel, between appointments, and at cat-only visits. ) 
Standing - C 
Walking - C 
Heights/Stairs - O (Stairs in and outside of clients homes and high rise buildings, uneven ground outside, adverse services) 
Twisting at the Waist - F (Working with dogs and cats, leash handling, cleaning up after pets and providing basic housekeeping within the home) 
Bending/Stooping - F 
Squatting/Kneeling - F 
Crawling - S 
Reaching Out - C 
Talking/Hearing/Seeing - C 
Working Above Shoulders - O 
Handling/Grasping - C 
Wrist (Flexion/extension) - C 
Grasp (Forceful) - C 
Fine Finger Manipulation - C 
Foot Controls - C 
Driving - F 
Repetitive Motion - F 
Lifting (70) lbs. 
Carrying (70) lbs. 
Pushing/Pulling (70+) lbs.+ (Walking dog(s) of various sizes and handling them with a leash) 
Compensation &amp; Benefits<ul><li>
$19-$23/hr starting base, DOE. **INCLUDES paid drive times between appointments**</li><li>
Percentage commission (approx $70+ per night) when providing &quot;Sleepover&quot; services in clients homes; individual overnight appointments that take place outside of regular consecutively scheduled hours. i.e. 7pm-7am but only providing up to 2.5 hours of actual 'working' time.</li><li>
Tips (client dependent but most of our employees regularly receive approximately 15-30% tips for providing excellent service!)</li><li>
Paid training - both guided study and hands on with our dog trainer.</li><li>
Mileage reimbursement is usually available for coverage out of your dedicated zones.</li><li>
Dog walking gear &amp; uniforms provided.</li><li>
W2 employee state and federal benefits (ie WA Paid Sick/Safe Leave)</li><li>
Full time positions are eligible for medical, PTO, and other great benefits after a standard waiting period. We're also hoping to implement retirement plan options in the near future!</li><li>
Depending on your availability, location, skill level, and qualifications, additional positions and promotion opportunities are available!</li></ul>
APPLY on our website or through the site you saw this ad in
Application Process: The Application should take you approximately 20-25 minutes and includes a series of basic questions that tells us a little about your experience and availability. Once we have reviewed your application, we will reach out for a short introductory phone interview or zoom call, then invite you to our home office in Des Moines for an in-person interview and dog walk with our trainer! 
Frolic Pet Services embraces diversity and opposes discrimination. Candidates must be eligible to work in the US and have the ability to perform all duties as assigned with or without reasonable accommodations.</div>

Dog Walker & Pet Sitter - Des Moines

Advanced Pet Services

Overview Join our dynamic veterinary team as a Veterinary Technician and become a part of providing exceptional animal care! In this energetic role, you will assist veterinarians in a clinic setting ensuring our animal patients receive top-quality treatment and comfort. Your expertise will support a wide range of procedures, from routine pet care to advanced veterinary critical care, all while fostering a compassionate environment for pets and their owners. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced, pet-focused setting dedicated to improving animal health and well-being.Responsibilities<ul><li>Assist veterinarians with animal examinations, ensuring proper restraint and handling of animals including dogs, cats, and small birds.</li><li>Manage animal restraint during examinations or treatments using proper animal handling techniques to ensure safety for both pets and staff.</li><li>Support dental procedures by understanding dental terminology and assisting with pet dental care routines.</li><li>Maintain detailed records of treatments, laboratory results, and patient histories while adhering to veterinary terminology standards.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Proven kennel experience with a strong understanding of animal behavior and handling techniques.</li><li>Knowledge of veterinary terminology, animal anatomy, and physiology to effectively support clinical procedures.</li><li>Ability to handle dogs confidently through dog training skills and dog handling experience; comfortable working with various species.</li><li>Strong animal husbandry skills with an emphasis on pet care.</li><li>Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with team members and communicate clearly with pet owners about treatment plans. This position is paid and designed for motivated individuals eager to expand their veterinary technician experience while making a positive impact on animals&rsquo; lives!</li></ul>Pay: From $26.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Employee discount</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Uniform allowance</li></ul>Work Location: On the road

Veterinary Assistant and Technician

The Pet Nanny, LLC

The Pet Nanny, LLC is hiring!!We are looking to add 1-2 Individuals to our team for overnight pet sitting services. Typical hours are 6pm-7am AT THE CLIENTS HOME. You will be responsible for care tasks including but not limited to feedings, bathroom breaks, dog walking, litter box cleaning, water changes, and administrating medication. Overnight sitters can perform this job around another job. Towns mentioned below are towns we perform these services in.<ul><li>Milford</li><li>Wilton</li><li>Amherst</li><li>New Boston</li><li>Merrimack</li><li>Brookline</li><li>Hollis</li><li>Nashua</li><li>Bedford</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Must love dogs, cats, and other furry or feathered friends</li><li>Must be 18 years of age or older</li><li>Be professional, reliable, and trustworthy</li><li>Must live in or local to towns of service</li><li>Must have reliable transportation and valid drivers license</li><li>Must have smartphone that can text and send photo&rsquo;s</li><li>Must be comfortable staying in other people's homes</li><li>Can commit to staying in someone's home for lengthy periods of time up to 10-14 days</li><li>Ability to lift up to 50 pounds</li><li>Ability to walk and work in all weather conditions (within reason)</li><li>Availability nights, weekends, and some holidays</li><li>Prior experience in the animal field REQUIRED (pet ownership, vet technician, kennel attendant, shelter worker, farm/stable hand, etc.</li></ul>This is a 1099 Independent Contractor Position. Pay is PER SERVICE completed.If interested please submit your resume/work historyJob Types: Part-time, ContractPay: $300.00 - $500.00 per weekBenefits:<ul><li>Flexible schedule</li></ul>Work Location: On the road

Overnight Pet Care Specialist

Don't Sweat I Got Your Pet LLC

Job Overview At Don't Sweat I Got Your Pet LLC we believe pet's don't just deserve care-They deserve premium care while their pawrents are away or busy leading active lives.A Kamaʻāina owned pet care company, we are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Pet Sitter/Dog walker/Doggie Daycare attendant to provide exceptional care for pets. Do you love pets and have a passion for caring for them and their wellbeing? We would love to hear from you!We are filling a part-time position that includes pet and farm care visits in: Haiku-Makawao-Pukalani-Kula. You must have a reliable vehicle and willingness to commute to pet care visits.In addition we need help Tuedays at our new enrichment based doggie daycare is located on the slopes of Haleakalā.This position requires a passion for dogs and dog training, exellent communication skills with our team and the pet owners, ability to work independently and a positive can do attitude!Requirements: Please only apply if you live upcountry.A completed Dog and Cat First Aid course through the American Red CrossA fear free Dog boarding and Daycare certificationCompleted pet sitter certification: CPS-DWMust have availability Mon-Fri midday dog walksWe will reimnburse you for all the the completed certifications after 6-months with the company.Benefits:<ul><li>Employee discount</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Paid training</li><li>Referral program</li></ul>Work Location: In home vet visits and at our doggie daycare.Duties<ul><li>Walk dogs of all sizes and temperaments, ensuring safety and exercise needs are met with enthusiasm</li><li>Provide attentive pet sitting services including feeding, administering medication if needed, and companionship</li><li>Supervise and engage pets during daycare hours with playtime, socialization, and enrichment activities</li><li>Monitor pet behavior closely to identify signs of stress or discomfort; implement proper animal restraint techniques when necessary</li><li>Maintain a clean and organized environment in the daycare area; assist with pet grooming as needed</li><li>Communicate effectively with pet owners regarding their pets&rsquo; activities, behaviors, and any concerns that arise</li><li>Assist veterinary staff or technicians with animal handling tasks when required; support veterinary or kennel procedures as needed</li></ul>Skills<ul><li>Strong animal handling skills with experience in pet sitting, dog training, or kennel care</li><li>Knowledge of veterinary procedures or veterinary technician/assistant experience is a plus</li><li>Ability to perform heavy lifting when necessary to transport or lift animals safely</li><li>Excellent customer service skills to build trust with pet owners and address their questions confidently</li><li>Familiarity with animal restraint techniques and pet grooming practices</li><li>Experience working with animals in diverse settings such as kennels or equine environments is advantageous</li><li>Passion for animal care combined with a lively attitude to keep pets engaged and happy</li></ul>This role is perfect for energetic individuals who love working with animals and want to make a difference in their lives. We value dedication, compassion, and a proactive approach to pet care&mdash;join us today to turn your love for animals into a rewarding career!Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Employee discount</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Paid training</li></ul>Work Location: On the road

Pet sitter/Dog walker/ Doggie Daycare Attendant

Happy Dog

Join our energetic and compassionate dog walking team in Homeland, Roland Park and Towson areas. We are seeking reliable animal lovers to provide exceptional pet care and dog walking services for our clients&rsquo; beloved pups. This role offers an engaging opportunity to work outdoors, promote animal well-being, and build meaningful relationships with pets and their owners. Candidates with a passion for animal handling and pet care are encouraged to apply, whether you have prior dog walking or animal care experience or are new to the field.Responsibilities<ul><li>Walk and exercise dogs of various breeds and sizes in a safe, controlled manner</li><li>Ensure the safety and well-being of each pet during walks, including proper animal handling techniques</li><li>Provide basic pet care, including feeding, administering medication if necessary, and cleaning up after pets</li><li>Maintain a professional and friendly attitude when interacting with pet owners and team members</li><li>Follow specific client instructions related to dog walks, behavior management, or special needs</li><li>Handle animals with patience and compassion, demonstrating excellent animal handling skills</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Prior experience in dog handling, pet sitting, or animal care is preferred; relevant skills include veterinary technician or assistant experience, kennel experience, or equine experience</li><li>Ability to handle animals safely and confidently, including handling and behavior management</li><li>Strong customer service skills to communicate effectively with clients and team members</li><li>Physical ability to perform heavy lifting when necessary (e.g., lifting pets)</li><li>Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work outdoors in various weather conditions</li><li>Passion for animals and commitment to providing compassionate pet care</li></ul>This position is ideal for animal enthusiasts seeking a rewarding role that combines outdoor activity with caring for pets. We welcome applicants who are dedicated to animal welfare and eager to contribute positively to our team.Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hourWork Location: On the road

Dog Walker Homeland, Roland Park, Towson Area

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