Dog Walker/Pet Sitter

Bow Waus - Dog Walking and Pet Sitting; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 5,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

A local pet care service in Philadelphia is seeking a part-time Dog Walker. Responsibilities include walking dogs and checking on pets. Ideal candidates should be 18+, have reliable transportation, and a smartphone. The position offers $16/hr during training, increasing to $18/hr after benchmarks are met, plus tips.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 or older.
• Regular access to a smartphone.
• Comfortable walking dogs up to 70 lbs.
• Your own transportation (bike, scooter, or car).

Responsibilities

• Walk dogs individually/check on cats.
• Visit client homes to pick up/drop off pets.
• Communicate with clients via app/text.
• Ensure safety and reliability.

Skills

Pet care experience

Customer service

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Dog Walker – Part-Time, Flexible, Local

Location: Fishtown & Surrounding Neighborhoods (Philadelphia, PA)

Job Type: Part-Time / Employee (W2)

Compensation: $16–$18 per hour + tips

Estimated Weekly Pay: $100–$500

Schedule: Weekdays (midday availability preferred), Weekends, flexible

What You’ll Do

• Walk dogs individually/check on cats
• Visit client homes to pick up/drop off pets
• Communicate with clients and our team via app/text
• Ensure safety, reliability, and lots of tail wags
• Work outdoors in all types of weather

Compensation & Requirements

Starting pay: $16/hr during training

Increases to: $18/hr after training & meeting performance benchmarks

Tips: Tips are yours to keep and often received

Weekly earnings: Typically $100–$500, depending on availability and route size

Requirements

• Must be 18 or older
• Regular access to a smartphone
• Comfortable walking dogs up to 70 lbs
• Your own transportation (bike, scooter, or car)

Nice to Have

• Pet care or customer service experience
• Weekend availability (optional)
• Holiday Availability

Are able to easily reach clients in Fishtown or surrounding Philly neighborhoods