Pet Sitter & Dog Walker

Passionately Pets; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Passionately Pets in Alexandria, VA is hiring pet sitters and dog walkers to care for pets in owners' homes and local neighborhoods. This part-time role offers outdoor work, flexible scheduling including weekdays and weekends, and the chance to build trusted relationships with clients while ensuring pets' needs are met.

You'll monitor homes, provide companionship, feed and water pets, and communicate with management. A background check is required and reliable transportation is essential.

Qualifications

• Reliable transportation and smartphone required.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Dependable and self-motivated.
• Comfortable with all animals.
• Will ing to work outdoors in all weather.
• Minimum 6-month commitment.
• Background check required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pet sitting visits (15-60 minutes).
• Walk dogs and provide companionship.
• Feed pets and maintain water supply.
• Clean litter boxes and pet areas.
• Monitor homes for issues.
• Clean up accidents or damage.
• Communicate with management.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Smartphone ownership

Attention to detail

Animal handling

Outdoor stamina

Job description

Not into desk jobs? Good—this one gets you outside with animals every day.

Flexible work, happy pets, and fresh air included.

Passionately Pets is hiring pet sitters and dog walkers serving Alexandria & South Arlington (22301, 22314, 22304, 22206).

Role Summary

As a member of our team, you’ll act as a trusted caregiver for pets, ensuring their needs are met while owners are away.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pet sitting visits (15-60 minutes)
• Walk dogs and provide companionship
• Feed pets and maintain water supply
• Clean litter boxes and pet areas
• Monitor homes for issues
• Clean up accidents or damage
• Communicate with management

Schedule

• Includes weekdays, weekends, and holidays

Qualifications

• Located within 5 miles of 22301
• Reliable transportation + smartphone
• Strong attention to detail
• Dependable and self-motivated
• Comfortable with all animals
• Willing to work outdoors in all weather
• Minimum 6-month commitment
• Background check required

Compensation

• $24-$28/hour + tips

This is a part-time supplemental income opportunity. LGBTQ+ and POC encouraged to apply.