Dog Walker and Pet Sitter

Puppyluvme; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 9,000 - 15,000; 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 dedicated part-time Dog Walker/Pet Sitter. This on-call role involves daily dog walks (15–60 minutes) and basic pet care at clients' homes, with potential house sitting when available.

Compensation is per visit at 40% of the service fee. Ideal candidates have reliable transportation, flexible scheduling, and strong communication skills. This position offers on-site work in the 21202 area.

Qualifications

• Reliable transportation is required to pick up and drop off dogs.
• Friendly, engaging demeanor helps client relationships and dog handling.
• Flexibility with scheduling is essential for on-call walks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills aid in documenting visits and coordinating with clients.

Responsibilities

• Pick up and drop off dogs from clients' homes.
• Understand and follow special requests and conditions for each dog.
• Walk dogs outdoors for 15–60 minutes.
• Ensure dogs receive exercise and potty breaks.
• Maintain safety of dogs and people around them.
• Remove pet waste after walks.
• Lead groups of dogs when walking multiple pets.
• Take photos for clients to view progress.
• Answer inquiries about services and dogs.
• Record walked dogs, duration, and any abnormal observations.
• Provide occasional house sitting if available.
• Security of clients' homes during pickups/drops.
• Give each dog love and attention.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Friendly and engaging demeanor

Flexible scheduling

Strong written and verbal comms

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