Dog Walker (Flexible Working Hours)

Destination Pet, LLC; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time health benefits

Mental health support

Telehealth benefits

Tips

Job summary

Destination Pet is seeking a part-time Dog Walker at Puppywood Pet Resort. You’ll take dogs on individual walks, ensure they are safely leashed, provide exercise and enrichment, and report any health or behavior concerns.

Expect on-your-feet shifts, occasional cat-care duties, and client journaling after visits. You must be able to lift up to 40 lbs, stand for long periods, and work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be on-your-feet, hands-on role requiring physical endurance.
• Availability on evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs and handle pets safely.

Responsibilities

• Take dogs on individual walks and follow schedules.
• Ensure dogs are leashed, harnessed, and safe outdoors.
• Provide exercise, stimulation, and positive reinforcement.
• Monitor signs of stress, illness, or injury and report them.
• Record care journals for clients after visits.
• Assist with cat care: feeding, litter boxes, water, companionship.
• Perform center and admin tasks as needed and maintain notes.

Skills

Dog walking

Animal care

Safety awareness

Customer service

Job description

Welcome to Destination Pet. We are One Pack- a united team working together to elevate the love and lives of pet families. Our pet-obsessed professionals create a connected care network of trustworthy partners who bring creative innovation every day. We are revolutionizing the pet industry. Join us!We’re currently sniffing out our next Dog Walker at Puppywood Pet ResortAt Destination Pet, we’re not just another Pet/Vet care center—we’re a community that lives to elevate the love and lives of pet families. Since 2016, we’ve been serving best-in-show care from coast to coast with day care, boarding, grooming, training, veterinary services, and more. Whether its belly rubs or brushing, our goal is simple: make pets feel at home and their humans feel at ease. Perks & Pay:Part-time health, mental health, and telehealth benefits.Pay starts at $12.00 - $14.00/hour DOE + tips What You Should Know:This is an on-your-feet, hands-on, sometimes-sweaty kind of job.Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs (golden retrievers don’t walk themselves to the tub).Availability on evenings, weekends, and holidays required (pets don’t take days off).Exposure to cleaning supplies, pet hair, and, ahem, “accidents” is part of the gig.Must be able to be on feet for the duration of your shift.Must be able to stand, walk and climb stairs frequently Reporting To:General Manager What You Bring to the Table: What You'll Be Doing (Besides Making Furry Friends for Life):Take dogs on individual walks like the VIPs they are, following assigned schedulesEnsure every pup is safely leashed, harnessed, and living their best life outdoorsProvide exercise, mental stimulation, and lots of positive reinforcement (good dogs everywhere!)Keep a close eye out for signs of stress, illness, or injury and report anything unusualScoop the poop — because heroes do the hard things.Send care journals to clients after each visit (bonus points for cuteness) Cat Care (Yes, You’ll Be Judged — It’s Fine)Feed cats according to instructions and dietary needs (exactly as written, or else)Clean litter boxes and refresh water dailyOffer companionship, playtime, and enrichment — on their termsAdminister medications if required (don’t worry, training is provided)Observe and report any changes in behavior or healthSend thoughtful care journals to clients after each visit Center & Admin Duties (The Less Furry Stuff)Check in at the center at the beginning and end of shifts (and during downtime)Help maintain our scheduling appAnswer client messages with professionalism and warmthProcess invoicing and basic administrative tasksJump in to help around the center as neededFollow all safety and pet-handling protocolsCommunicate clearly with management and pet parentsMaintain accurate care notes and visit reportsRepresent the business in a friendly, professional, pet-loving mannerOther duties as assignedDestination Pet LLC affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.Destination Pet LLC endeavors to make our employment website and application process accessible to all users and applicants. In doing so, we provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation or assistance completing the application process, please contact a member of our recruitment team.At Destination Pet, we're all about creating a workplace that's bursting with diversity and inclusivity. We don't play favorites or judge folks based on skin color, religion, gender, age, disability, or any other protected characteristics. Our hiring decisions are solely based on what you can bring to the team. So, we're throwing the door wide open for all like-minded candidates who believe in celebrating and honoring diversity and inclusion. Ready to join our pack?