Pet Sitter and dog walker

Karla's Pet Care, LLC; Elk Grove (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Paid hands-on training

Mileage reimbursement

Aflac supplemental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Growth opportunities

Supportive leadership

Independent work

Meaningful animal care experience

Job summary

Karla's Pet Care, Elk Grove's trusted in-home pet sitting and dog walking service since 2004, is hiring for part-time college student-friendly schedules. This role involves visiting pets at their homes, feeding, walking, and updating families through our app.

Ideal candidates live in Elk Grove, have a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle, can commit to at least two time blocks, and are comfortable with background checks. Training is provided, and weekend/holiday availability is a plus.

Qualifications

• Live within the city of Elk Grove.
• Own a reliable vehicle available for every scheduled shift.
• Maintain California state-required automobile insurance.
• Have a valid driver's license.
• Be at least 18 years old.
• Be available for at least 2 regular time blocks.
• Commit to a dependable, ongoing work schedule.
• Be available for some weekends and holidays.
• Be comfortable driving between clients' homes.
• Be comfortable using smartphone apps for scheduling, GPS, messaging, mileage tracking, and pet updates.
• Be willing and able to pass a background check.
• Applicants not living in Elk Grove or without a properly insured vehicle cannot be considered.

Responsibilities

• Visit pets in their homes throughout Elk Grove.
• Walk dogs and provide exercise, playtime, and enrichment.
• Feed pets and administer medications according to instructions.
• Refresh food and water and clean up pet-related messes.
• Help pets feel safe, comfortable, and loved while families are away.
• Take photos and send visit updates through our app.
• Build special relationships with pets.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Driver's license

Communication

Independent work

Responsible

Job description

Love Pets? Find a Part-Time Job That Fits Your College Schedule!

Now Hiring Part-Time Pet Sitters & Dog Walkers

Applicants Must Live in Elk Grove

Looking for meaningful part-time work that fits around your classes? Get out from behind a desk, spend time with pets, and earn extra income while gaining valuable professional experience.

Karla's Pet Care has been Elk Grove's trusted in-home pet sitting and dog walking company since 2004. We're looking for responsible, dependable college students who genuinely love animals and can commit to a consistent part-time schedule.

No professional pet care experience? That's okay! We provide paid training to help the right people succeed.

Available Shifts

We're currently hiring for one or more of these time blocks:

Morning Pet Sitters
7:00 AM–10:00 AM

Midday Dog Walkers
10:00 AM–2:00 PM

Afternoon & Evening Pet Sitters
4:00 PM–9:00 PM

Some weekend and holiday availability is required. This position works especially well for students with online classes, flexible class schedules, or availability between classes.

What You'll Do

• Visit pets in their homes throughout Elk Grove
• Walk dogs and provide exercise, playtime, and enrichment
• Feed pets and administer medications according to their care instructions
• Refresh food and water and clean up pet-related messes
• Help pets feel safe, comfortable, and loved while their families are away
• Take great photos and send reassuring visit updates through our app
• Build special relationships with pets who will be excited to see you

Requirements

To be considered, applicants must:

• Live within the city of Elk Grove
• Own a reliable vehicle that is available for every scheduled shift
• Maintain at least California's state-required automobile insurance
• Have a valid driver's license
• Be at least 18 years old
• Be available for at least 2 of our regular time blocks
• Be willing to commit to a dependable, ongoing work schedule
• Be available for some weekends and holidays
• Be comfortable driving between clients' homes
• Be comfortable using smartphone apps for scheduling, GPS, messaging, mileage tracking, and pet updates
• Be willing and able to pass a background check

*Applicants who do not live in Elk Grove or do not have their own properly insured vehicle cannot be considered.

You'll Be a Great Fit If You Are

• Responsible, trustworthy, and compassionate
• Able to balance work responsibilities with your school schedule
• Detail-oriented and able to follow pet-care and home-security instructions
• Comfortable working independently
• A strong communicator
• Genuinely excited to care for pets of different ages, sizes, and personalities
• Interested in building work experience and becoming part of a supportive team

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Flexible part-time scheduling
• Paid hands-on training
• No professional pet care experience required
• Mileage reimbursement between visits
• Aflac supplemental insurance benefits
• 401(k) retirement savings program through Paychex
• Opportunities for growth and additional responsibilities
• Supportive leadership and an experienced team that has your back
• Active, independent work instead of being stuck behind a desk
• Meaningful experience in communication, responsibility, time management, and animal care

Turn your love for animals into a rewarding part-time job that works with your college life.