Dog Walker

London Pet Club; Greater London; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

London Pet Club is seeking an experienced Dog Walker and Pet Sitter to join our growing team in London. This role supports long-term commitment with a minimum of 6 months, offering outdoor work, strong dog handling abilities and a focus on exceptional client service.

You will walk dogs (1–4 at a time) for up to 3 hours and provide pet-sitting services including daytime visits, overnight stays, and weekends as needed. Availability is Monday–Friday 7am–4pm, with occasional evenings and overnights.

Qualifications

• Be aged 21 or over.
• Have professional dog handling experience.
• Confident walking dogs both on and off lead.
• Able to walk up to 3 hours per session.
• Self-employed or willing to register as self-employed.
• Be available Monday-Friday between 7am-4pm.
• Be a non-smoker.
• Be an iPhone user with sufficient mobile data.
• Have excellent communication, customer service and problem-solving skills.
• Enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional dog walking and pet sitting services for clients across London.
• Walk 1-4 dogs at a time for up to 3 hours; some on lead, some off lead.
• Pet sitting may include daytime visits, overnight stays and weekend bookings at client homes.
• Adhere to client schedules; occasional evenings, weekends and overnight sittings may be required.
• Use GPS tracking and mobile apps to provide live client updates and maintain high service standards.

Skills

Dog handling

Customer service

Communication

Job description

London Pet Club is looking for an experienced, reliable and professional Dog Walker and Pet Sitter to join our growing team.. . We are seeking someone looking for a long-term opportunity who can commit to working with us for a minimum of 6 months (or longer).. . This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, has excellent dog handling skills, thrives working independently, and takes pride in providing exceptional care and customer service.. .

ABOUT THE ROLE.

You will be responsible for providing professional dog walking and pet sitting services for our clients across London.. .

Dog walks involve collecting dogs on foot and walking between 1-4 dogs at a time for up to 3 hours. Some dogs are exercised on lead, while others are walked off lead.. .

Pet sitting assignments may include daytime visits, overnight stays and weekend bookings in clients' homes.. .

As our services are based around our clients' schedules, applicants must be available Monday-Friday between 7am-4pm. Occasional evening, weekend and overnight pet sitting assignments may also be available.. .

AREAS WE COVER.

Your main working area:. .

Finsbury Park, Islington, Hampstead, Tufnell Park. .

You may also occasionally work in: Camden, Regent's Park, Paddington, Notting Hall, Chiswick, Hammersmith, Walthamstow. .

HOURS.

Up to 20 hours a week. .

PAY.

Dog walking:. .

£13 per hour. .

Paid monthly upon receipt of a valid invoice. .

Pet sitting:. .

1-3 hours: £13 per hour. .

4+ hours or overnight sitting: £40 per day/night. .

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS.

Applicants must:. .

• -Be aged 21 or over. .
• -Have professional dog handling experience. .
• -Be confident walking dogs both on and off lead. .
• -Have experience working with dogs of different breeds, sizes and temperaments. .
• -Be physically fit and capable of walking for up to 3 hours. .
• -Be self-employed (or willing to register as self-employed). .
• -Be able to commit to a minimum of 6 months. .
• -Be available Monday-Friday between 7am and 4pm. .
• -Be available for occasional evenings, weekends and overnight pet sitting. .
• -Be a non-smoker. .
• -Be an iPhone user with sufficient mobile data. .
• -Have excellent communication, customer service and problem-solving skills. .
• -Enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions. .

LEGAL AND COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS.

• -Proof of identity and right to work in the UK. .
• -DBS check. .
• -Public Liability Insurance. .

TRIAL ASSESSMENT.

Successful applicants will complete a 1-month trial period.. .

During the trial you will be assessed on your ability to:. .

• -Independently walk up to 3 dogs together, both on and off lead. .
• -Safely handle dogs of different breeds, sizes and temperaments. .
• -Walk for up to 3 hours at a time. .
• -Manage dog behaviour and interactions confidently. .
• -Clean and dry dogs after walks, where required. .
• -Feed and care for pets. .
• -Use GPS tracking and mobile applications to provide live client updates. .
• -Deliver a consistently high standard of customer service and professionalism. .

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE.

Please note that experience gained solely from caring for your own pets, or pets belonging to family or friends, will not be considered professional experience.. .

Applicants should be able to provide references from previous employers or established pet care businesses.. .

Experience: Not required
Employment: Part-time
Schedule: Monday-Friday, between 7am-4pm
Salary: £13 hourly
Starting time: Immediate start!

About London Pet Club:

Dog walkers and pet sitters.