Dog Walker

Buckhead Pet Pals- Atlanta's Premier Pet Sitting and Dog Walking Company; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Buckhead Pet Pals is searching for an experienced Dog Walker to provide exercise and love for clients' dogs in Buckhead, Brookhaven, and Midtown. Candidates should be independent, energetic, and passionate about dog care.

The ideal applicant must showcase a love for animals, manage time effectively, and have reliable transportation. Responsibilities include walking dogs, ensuring they are well-fed, and communicating with pet owners. Join a trustworthy team dedicated to pet care!

Qualifications

• Must have a passion for dogs and knowledge of their needs.
• Availability Monday - Friday from 11:00am - 3:00pm is required.
• The ability to lift up to 15 pounds and handle dogs of all sizes.

Responsibilities

• Exercise the dogs by walking, running, or jogging.
• Pick up after the animals during walks and check their food and water supply.
• Send photos and journal notes to clients after each visit.

Skills

Love for animals

Time Management

Prior experience with dogs

Compassion

Patience

Reliability

Job description

Buckhead Pet Pals is looking for an experienced Dog Walker. He/she will visit the homes of clients in Buckhead, Brookhaven and Midtown to take dogs out for exercise, love and, on occasion, provide their meals as needed.

The ideal person for this position understands the safety and priority of the animals in their care. He/she should be an independent and reliable self-starter with lots of energy and a passion for dogs.

Responsibilities

• Exercise – Walk, run, or jog the clients’ dogs to provide daily exercise.
• Other services – Pick up after the animals during the walk. Check the dogs’ food and water supply, and if needed, provide food and water to the animal after the daily walk. Communicate with the animals’ owners, (as required) and be aware of any medical needs observed during your run or walk.
• Communication – Send photos and journal notes at each visit to the client.

Requirements

• Love for animals
• Time Management
• Prior experience working with dogs is preferred
• Available Monday - Friday from 11:00am - 3:00pm
• Compassion, patience, and reliability
• The ability to walk, run, pull, push, bend or reach
• The ability to lift up to 15 pounds
• Capable of handling all sizes of canines from small to large
• Live in Buckhead, Brookhaven or Midtown
• Reliable Car

About Buckhead Pet Pals

Buckhead Pet Pals has been dog walking in Metro Atlanta since 1998. We are caring, loyal and trustworthy. Our pet sitters love working with us.

Buckhead Pet Pals is a pet care organization dedicated to offering the best pet care for our clients and their pets. We take pride in the amazing care we give our furry clients.