Dog Walker and Pet Sitter

Job Summary
Join our dynamic team as a Dog Walker/Day Care Attendant, where your passion for animals and energetic spirit will shine! In this role, you will provide exceptional care, exercise, and companionship to a variety of pets, ensuring their happiness, safety, and well-being. Your enthusiasm for animal handling and pet care will help create positive experiences for pets and their owners alike. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of animals while developing valuable skills in pet training and customer service.

Duties

• Supervise and safely manage groups of dogs of various sizes and temperaments
• Monitor dog behavior and intervene when necessary to maintain a safe environment
• Walk dogs individually or in small groups
• Ensure dogs are safely leashed and under control at all times
• Clean up waste during walks and throughout the facility
• Follow feeding schedules and basic care instructions for each dog
• Maintain cleanliness of play areas, kennels, and common spaces
• Clean up urine, feces, and other messes promptly
• Perform routine cleaning tasks including mopping, disinfecting, and laundry
• Monitor dogs for signs of illness, stress, or aggression
• Separate dogs when needed to ensure safety
• Report any incidents or concerns to management immediately
• Communicate professionally with team members and pet owners as needed

Qualifications

• Experience working with dogs or animals strongly preferred (daycare, shelter, vet, or personal experience)
• Comfortable handling dogs of all sizes, breeds, and temperaments
• Must be confident working with multiple dogs in a group setting
• Ability to stay calm and in control in a fast-paced environment
• Strong awareness of dog behavior and body language (or willingness to learn)
• Reliable, punctual, and responsible
• Physically able to stand, walk, and be active for extended periods
• Able to lift 40–50 lbs
• Comfortable performing cleaning tasks throughout the shift
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Must be 18 years or older
• Previous dog handling or group play experience strongly preferred
• Experience with reactive or high-energy dogs is a plus
• Basic knowledge of dog behavior and safety practices
• Must be comfortable correcting dog behavior and maintaining structure in a group setting

This role is best suited for someone who is dependable, attentive, and comfortable with both hands-on animal care and cleaning responsibilities. If you’re looking for a rewarding, active role working with dogs and are ready to be part of a team that takes pet care seriously, we encourage you to apply.

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• On-the-job training
• Paid training

Work Location: In person

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