Pet Caregiver

ANYTIME HOME AND PET SERVICE; Franklin (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Anytime Home and Pet Service, LLC is seeking a dedicated Dog Walker to provide dependable pet care, walks, drop-in visits, and overnight stays for clients in the Norfolk area. The role requires reliable transportation and a willingness to stay overnight at a client’s home.

You will communicate with clients, maintain safety, and ensure pets receive compassionate, attentive care while meeting client expectations and schedules. Part-time opportunities with flexible hours are available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years pet care experience.
• Medication administration experience (4 years).
• Reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Provide dog walking sessions (30-60 minutes).
• Conduct drop-in visits (potty breaks, feed/water, play).
• Overnight pet sitting at client homes.

Skills

Dog handling

Customer service

Communication

Job description

About Anytime Home and Pet Service, LLC!

We are a professional and growing company that strives to create clean environments and happy pets for our clients. We serve clients throughout Hampton Roads and the surrounding areas. Many opportunities for growth within the company for motivated individuals! This opening is focused in the Norfolk area, primarily for pet sitting, with some cleaning jobs available.

At Anytime Home and Pet Service, we are looking for motivated, detail-oriented, and passionate individuals to join our team and provide pet services (walking, drop-in visits, and overnight stays), as well as residential and commercial cleaning. Job type will depend on client demands and areas served.

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Dog Walker to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a love for animals and the ability to provide exceptional care for dogs during walks. This role requires a commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of our furry clients while delivering excellent customer service to their owners. APPLICANTS MUST HAVE RELIABLE TRANSPORTATION AND BE AVAILABLE FOR OVERNIGHT SITTINGS IN A CLIENT'S HOME.

Duties

• Pet Services:

• Communicate with clients (texts, pictures/videos and updates)
• 30-60 minute walks
• Drop-In Visits (potty breaks or short walk, feed/water, play time, administer medicine, etc)
• Overnight Pet Sitting

• Walk dogs of various sizes and temperaments, ensuring they receive adequate exercise and socialization.
• Monitor the behavior and health of each dog during walks, reporting any concerns to the owner.
• Maintain control of dogs at all times, using proper handling techniques to ensure safety.
• Clean up after dogs during walks, adhering to local regulations regarding pet waste disposal.
• Communicate effectively with pet owners regarding their dog's behavior and needs.
• Assist with training exercises during walks to reinforce good behavior and obedience.

Skills

• Proficient in dog handling techniques, demonstrating confidence in managing various breeds.
• Strong customer service skills to build rapport with pet owners and address their concerns effectively.
• Experience in dog training can enhance the walking experience by reinforcing positive behaviors during outings.

Our Core Values

Love for Animals

Our passion and dedication to animals bonds us together and drives us to go above and beyond to put a smile on everyone's face. We lead with kindness and compassion to make sure all animals know how much we love them.

Peace of Mind

Extraordinary communication and transparency build the trust that our employees and pet parents deserve every day. We consistently deliver safe and reliable service that puts everyone at ease.

Excellent Customer Service

Our services are best in class yet we strive to be better every day.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule

Compensation Package

• Paid per project
• Supplemental income
• Tips

Schedule

• Evenings as needed
• Holidays
• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed

Experience

• Pet care: 5 years (Required)
• Animal handling: 5 years (Required)
• Animal restraint: 5 years (Required)
• Medication administration: 4 years (Required)

Shift availability

• Overnight Shift (Preferred)
• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Willingness to travel

• 50% (Required)