Dog Walker and Pet Sitter

Puppy Luv Pet Services; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 130 - 250; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Bonus based on performance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Puppy Luv Pet Services in Baltimore, MD is seeking a part-time Dog Walker/Pet Sitter for an on-call position. Walks range from 15 to 60 minutes and may include basic care duties for client dogs in the local area.

Role is W-2 and paid per visit at 40% of the service fee. You may also assist with marketing materials delivery and refilling treats at contracted communities as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Ability to be flexible with scheduling.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Pick up and drop off dogs from their homes.
• Walk dogs outdoors in all weather conditions for 15–60 minutes.
• Ensure each dog gets exercise and potty breaks.
• Take photos of the dogs for clients.
• Record walks and any abnormalities observed.
• Provide occasional house sitting as requested.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Friendly demeanor

Flexible scheduling

Strong communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Benefits:

• Free uniforms
• Bonus based on performance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule

Puppy Luv Pet Services is currently seeking a dedicated part-time Dog Walker/Pet Sitter to join our team in the Baltimore, Maryland area (21202). This is an on-call position, with dog walkers responsible for providing daily exercise and walks for our clients' dogs, typically in 15 to 60-minute increments. In addition to walks, dog walkers may also be tasked with ensuring that each dog's basic needs are met, including checking food and water supplies after exercise.

Alternative responsibilities include delivery of marketing material and refilling of dog treats to Puppy Luv's contracted apartment communities.

Compensation And Employment

• Part-time, W-2 position
• Paid per visit: you earn 40% of the service fee for each visit you complete

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Pick up and drop off dogs from their homes
• Understand special requests and conditions for each dog
• Walk dogs outdoors in all weather conditions (anywhere from 15 to 60 minutes)
• Ensure each dog is getting exercise and potty breaks
• Ensure safety of the dogs you are walking and those (humans and dogs) around them
• Remove pet waste
• Maintain leadership of the pack of dogs (if walking multiple dogs at a time)
• Take photos of the dogs (so human clients can see how they are doing)
• Answer inquiries related to your service and clients' dogs
• Record which dog(s) you walked, how long the walks were, and anything abnormal that you noticed during the walk
• Provide occasional house sitting as requested (dependent upon availability)

MINOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure security of clients' homes when picking up and dropping off
• Give each dog love and attention

THE INDIVIDUAL IN THIS POSITION SHOULD HAVE THE FOLLOWING

• Reliable transportation (car, SUV, etc.)
• A friendly and engaging demeanor
• The ability to be flexible with scheduling
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED