What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dog Sitter and Walker position at WyPaw?
Note: This is a remote position where you can provide services at your place (boarding, day care, or training) or at the pet owner's place (sitting, drop-in and walking)
Applicants must register and set their Sitter profile to 'Active' on WyPaw to be considered: https://www.wypaw.com
New pet owners receive up to $200 OFF for their first booking with any WyPaw sitter.
About Us
WyPaw (www.wypaw.com) is a leading online pet sitting platform connecting pet owners with a trusted network of sitters who specialize in caring for puppies and senior pets. Founded to address the challenge of finding reliable care for aging pets, WyPaw is driven by a mission to ensure every pet has access to expert, compassionate care. Our secure and user-friendly platform allows pet parents to book and manage specialized pet care services, while providing sitters with tools to grow their businesses and share their passion for animals.
The Role
We are seeking reliable, compassionate pet lovers to join our network as Pet Sitters. In this flexible, part-time role, you will deliver high-quality care tailored to the physical and emotional needs of dogs—from energetic puppies to sensitive seniors. You will act as a trusted partner to pet parents, providing peace of mind through consistent communication and photo updates.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide attentive dog walking and sitting services, strictly adhering to owner instructions.
- Manage feeding, exercise, and enrichment schedules tailored to specific age groups (puppies/seniors).
- Maintain professional, timely communication with clients regarding their pet’s well-being.
Qualifications
- Professional Experience: Background in animal care, dog walking, or sitting is highly preferred.
- Behavioral Knowledge: Understanding of dog behavior, body language, and basic training cues.
- Reliability: Punctual, self-motivated, and capable of working independently.
- Safety First: Basic knowledge of pet first aid is a strong plus.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract, Temporary, Seasonal
Pay: From $3,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
Application Question(s):
- You set your own schedule, prices, and services such as pet boarding, sitting, training, day care, etc. on https://www.wypaw.com. Do you agree?
- Did you set your sitter profile on WyPaw to 'Active' by completing the Activation Checklist yet? If not, please complete it so your profile can be considered.
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Albuquerque, NM
Salary : $3,000