What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dog Walking Specialist position at Shoreline Happy Paws LLC?
We are a professional, team-based pet care company serving shoreline families since 2010. Our focus is simple: reliable, consistent, high-quality care from trained employees who truly get to know the pets they serve. This is not gig work or quick drop-ins. We build real relationships with our clients and their animals.
What You'll Do
Every day is active, hands-on, and meaningful. Responsibilities include:
We Provide Care Throughout
Essex, Old Saybrook, Old Lyme, Westbrook, Clinton, Madison, Deep River, Chester, Haddam, Higganum, East Lyme, Niantic, Waterford, Groton, and New London.
Applicants must live in or very close to these areas.
Schedule & Growth
We believe meaningful work should come with real support:
This role is a great fit for someone who:
Come walk with us. Grow with us.
What You'll Do
Every day is active, hands-on, and meaningful. Responsibilities include:
- Walking dogs in neighborhoods, beaches, and local trails
- Leading structured dog walks and small-group hikes
- Visiting cats in their homes for feeding, litter care, play, and medications
- Sending detailed visit reports with photos so pet parents feel informed and reassured
- Providing vacation care visits when clients are away
We Provide Care Throughout
Essex, Old Saybrook, Old Lyme, Westbrook, Clinton, Madison, Deep River, Chester, Haddam, Higganum, East Lyme, Niantic, Waterford, Groton, and New London.
Applicants must live in or very close to these areas.
Schedule & Growth
- Year-round position (not seasonal)
- Start part-time with weekday daytime routes
- Most visits occur Monday-Friday between 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Primary need: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Additional hours available evenings, weekends, and overnights (optional)
- Opportunity to build a consistent route and increase hours over time
We believe meaningful work should come with real support:
- $17 - $22 per hour tips
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid Time Off (1 hour earned per 30 hours worked)
- Holiday pay and end-of-year bonuses
- Paid training, shadowing, and Pet CPR certification
- Education stipend for career growth (dog training, grooming, etc.)
- Costco membership and employee perks
- W-2 employment (not independent contractor)
- Workers' compensation
- Liability insurance
- Legal employee protections
This role is a great fit for someone who:
- Genuinely loves animals and treats them with patience and respect
- Is reliable, communicative, and detail-oriented
- Enjoys working outdoors in all weather conditions
- Can confidently handle dogs of all sizes, including large/strong breeds (90 lbs)
- Has a reliable vehicle and smartphone with data
- Can pass a background check
Come walk with us. Grow with us.
Salary : $17 - $22