Pet Caregiver

ANYTIME HOME AND PET SERVICE; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Paid per project

Supplemental income

Tips

Job summary

ANYTIME HOME AND PET SERVICE is seeking a dedicated Dog Walker to join our Hampton Roads team. The role centers on walking, drop-in visits, and overnight stays with dogs, while delivering reliable updates to pet parents.

Applicants must have reliable transportation and be available for overnight sittings in a client's home. Responsibilities include walking dogs 30–60 minutes, monitoring health and behavior, and communicating effectively with owners.

Qualifications

• Pet care experience with dogs (5+ years).
• Ability to handle multiple breeds and temperaments.
• Proficient in administering basic medications as needed.

Responsibilities

• Walk dogs for 30–60 minutes and provide updates to clients.
• Conduct drop-in visits for potty breaks, feeding, and playtime.
• Overnight pet sitting at clients' homes when required.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness during all visits and walks.

Skills

Pet care

Animal handling

Animal restraint

Medication administration

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)