What are the responsibilities and job description for the Professional Dog Walker - Georgetown, TX position at Texas Ruff House?
Love Dogs? Love Being Active? Looking for a team where your work matters?
Imagine spending your workday outdoors, building relationships with dogs who are genuinely excited to see you, and knowing that the work you do makes a big difference in the lives of pets and their families.
At Texas Ruff House, that's what our professional dog walkers get to do.
We're locally established, team-based pet care company that believes exceptional care starts with exceptional people.
We don't just want someone that can walk dogs. We're looking for someone who takes pride in doing meaningful work, enjoys learning, and wants to be part of a team that cares about doing things the right way.
If you're dependable, love working with animals, and want a job where you're trusted to make a difference, we'd love to meet you.
What makes working at Texas Ruff House different?
Our clients trust us with members of their families, and we take that responsibility seriously. But we also believe our team members deserve to feel supported, prepared, and appreciated for the important work they do.
When you join Texas Ruff House, you can expect:
Meaningful work: You'll become a familiar, trusted person in the lives of dogs
Training and support: We provide established care standards, safety protocols, and resources
A team behind you: You'll work independently but have a team that communicates and works together
Opportunities to develop your skills: You'll gain hands-on experience with different dogs, personalities, behavior, and enrichment activities
Weekday work: We are primarily hiring for our midday, weekday dog walking
Duties
- Providing safe, engaging dog walks and enrichment visits during our weekday midday hours
- Caring for dogs of all sizes, breeds, energy levels, and personalities
- Following individualized care instructions and safety protocols
- Using positive handling techniques and reinforcing appropriate leash manners.
- Observing changes in pet's behavior, health, mobility, or overall well-being.
- Sharing professional visit updates and photos with clients.
- Communicating with your teammates and managing your daily schedule responsibly.
Let's talk about the physical side of this side
We want you to have a clear picture of what this position involves so you can decide whether it's a great fit.
- Walking several miles during a shift
- Working outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions
- Safely handling large, strong, or energetic dogs
- Bending, kneeling, reaching, and moving throughout your day
- Driving between client homes and getting in and out of your vehicle frequently
- Lifting and carrying pet-related supplies when necessary
Experience in professional pet care is a plus, but it's not the only thing we value. You may have worked in a dog daycare, veterinary care, animal rescue, or dog training.
What's most important to us is that you're dependable, comfortable with dogs, safety-conscious, and willing to learn.
Hourly pay starts at $15/hour
With tips, an effective rate of $17-22/hour is average
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- On-the-job training
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $22