Flexible Dog Walk & Cat Care Sitter (Part-Time)

Pawsitive Dawg Walking and Pet Sitting, LLC; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Cell phone stipend

Paid training

Paid sick time

Paid time off after 12 months

Job summary

Pawsitive Dawg Walking and Pet Sitting, LLC is seeking reliable dog walkers and pet sitters in the Waltham, MA area. This flexible part-time role focuses on dog walking and in-home visits, with shifts across early morning, mid-day, and evenings, including weekends.

Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of hands-on animal care, comfort with cats and dogs of varying sizes, and strong communication skills. On-site work with potential for increased hours based on availability.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of hands-on animal care experience (personal, volunteer, or pro).
• Confidence caring for cats and handling both large and small dogs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide solo dog walks and pet sitting visits with calm, attentive care.
• Care for dogs and cats including feeding, water, and litter box care.
• Follow each pet's care instructions and note updates in scheduling app.
• Build trust with clients through reliable service and clear updates.
• Safely manage dogs of different sizes and temperaments with a fear-free approach.
• Accept scheduled visits within committed shift windows and remain responsive to last-minute opportunities.

Skills

2+ years animal care

Cat handling

Dog handling (various sizes)

Communication skills

Smartphone GPS scheduling

Reliable vehicle

Flexible availability

Dependable and responsive

Tools

GPS navigation

Scheduling software

Smartphone

Job description

Pawsitive Dawg Walking and Pet Sitting, LLC is seeking reliable dog walkers and pet sitters in the Waltham, MA area. This flexible part-time role focuses on dog walking and in-home visits, with shifts across early morning, mid-day, and evenings, including weekends.

Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of hands-on animal care, comfort with cats and dogs of varying sizes, and strong communication skills. On-site work with potential for increased hours based on availability.