Dog Walker and Pet Sitter

Wagalicious Walks, LLC; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a passionate team dedicated to providing exceptional pet care! This part-time role offers a unique opportunity to work outdoors with dogs, ensuring their well-being while enjoying the fresh air and exercise. Perfect for dog lovers, retirees, or anyone seeking flexible mid-day work. You'll be responsible for walking dogs, monitoring playgroups, and providing care, all while being part of a fun and supportive team. If you love animals and want to make a difference in their lives, this position is ideal for you!

Benefits

Regular bonuses and pay increases

Excellent training on pet CPR and dog behavior

Client tips

Fun working environment with fellow employees

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle.
• Comfortable handling various dog breeds and sizes.

Responsibilities

• Walk client dogs and monitor their play groups.
• Provide care for dogs, including feeding and medication.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Dog Handling

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College Education

Tools

Mobile Phone

Insured Vehicle

Job description

MUST SUBMIT A COVER LETTER with your resume; explaining your history with dogs, why you would be a good fit for this company, and any other relevant experience. Applications with no cover letter may be overlooked.

Wagalicious Walks, LLC is looking for responsible, caring and fun-loving individuals who genuinely love dogs to join our team of dedicated pet care providers! This is a year-round part-time position, Monday-Friday approximately 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Who is Wagalicious?
Wagalicious Walks is a growing provider of outstanding dog walking and pet-sitting services. Our focus is on the safety and well-being of the animals in our care—and of our great people who care for them. We offer the highest level of service possible to our clients in Framingham, Natick, Sherborn and the surrounding communities.

As a Wag Walker, you'll work with dogs of all sizes and personalities, spend lots of time outdoors and get in great shape. This is a wonderful job for people looking for mid-day part-time work, including retirees, stay-at-home parents, or people attending school or working part-time in the evening. We also have opportunities for boarding and overnight visits.

Job Description

• Walk client dogs, monitor dog play groups, and transport dogs as needed.
• Take dogs on off-leash adventure walks.
• Pick up and dispose of dog waste and clean up accidents (they happen!).
• Provide water, food and medication as needed.
• Care for cats and other small pets.
• Communicate effectively with clients.

Qualifications

• Available year-round Monday-Friday approximately 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. and occasional holidays and weekends.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable, insured vehicle.
• Able to commute to Framingham, Ashland, Natick, Sudbury, Wayland and surrounding communities.
• Able to pass a criminal background check.
• Comfortable handling most dog breeds, sizes and temperaments (previous experience working with dogs a plus).
• Must have a mobile phone and email access.
• Willing to work in all weather conditions.
• Able to attend bi-weekly staff meetings.
• Excellent customer service and verbal/written communication skills.
• Highly organized, dedicated and trustworthy.
• High school diploma or GED required; college education a plus.

Benefits

• Stay healthy and happy with fresh air, exercise and on-the-job antics with furry friends!
• Regular bonuses and pay increases (after 6 months' employment).
• Client tips.
• Excellent training on pet CPR, dog behavior and emergency situations.
• Great management and fun fellow Wag Pack employees.

Visit wagaliciouswalks.com to find out more about us!