Core Pet Sitter / Dog Walker – Coventry Territory (AM & PM Shifts)

Furry Fellas Pet Service LLC•Coventry, RI

8d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Furry Fellas Pet Service is hiring Core Pet Sitters / Dog Walkers for its Coventry, West Warwick, and West Greenwich, Rhode Island territory. The company has served Rhode Island since 2006 and emphasizes exceptional pet care, professionalism, reliability, and employee support. Separate AM and PM shift positions are available. Each territory is covered by a dedicated AM sitter and PM sitter who work as a team. Each sitter has a consistent weekly schedule with three regular days, two extended coverage days, and two consecutive days off. The AM shift's regular days are Tuesday through Thursday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM, with extended coverage on Sunday and Monday between 7:00 AM and 9:00 PM; days off are Friday and Saturday. The PM shift's regular days are Tuesday through Thursday, 1:00 PM–9:00 PM, with extended coverage on Friday and Saturday between 7:00 AM and 9:00 PM; days off are Sunday and Monday. Extended coverage means being available to accept visits during service hours when clients are scheduled, not working continuously throughout that period. Actual schedules vary with client bookings, route density, and seasonal demand. Visits are generally 15–60 minutes, most commonly 30 minutes. Visits are booked within arrival windows, and breaks are common depending on the route and client schedule. Optional overnight visits may also be available. Before each visit, sitters review pet care notes and household instructions in the client management system and follow each pet's individual routine. The role involves caring for dogs, cats, and other small animals in clients' homes, traveling throughout the assigned territory, and completing household tasks included with the service. Mileage is paid while traveling between client visits. The position is a W-2 employee role and is compensated per visit rather than hourly. Training begins gradually as the employee learns procedures, the territory, and client routines. The company aims to build established sitters' schedules to approximately 20–25+ hours per week, depending on client demand, route density, and seasonal fluctuations. Established Pet Care Professionals have averaged approximately $18–$20+ per hour in total compensation based on payroll records; actual earnings vary with several factors, including route density, visit length and mix, tips, mileage reimbursement, holiday assignments, overnight services, certifications, experience, and client demand.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Prior professional animal care experience in a professional, volunteer, or educational setting.
Reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, and proof of auto insurance.
Smartphone with reliable internet access.
Daily access to email and the internet.
Comfort using mobile apps for scheduling, communication, and visit documentation.
Ability to pass a criminal background check.
Excellent attention to detail, communication, and customer service skills.
Reliable, punctual, and dependable.
Comfortable working independently and managing a daily schedule.
Able to walk dogs outdoors year-round in various weather conditions.
Able to safely handle dogs of various sizes, breeds, temperaments, and energy levels.

Nice To Haves

Additional advanced certifications, such as Certified Veterinary Technician, Certified Dog Trainer, or Fear Free Certified Professional, may qualify for additional per-visit pay.
Relevant experience may include professional pet sitting or dog walking; veterinary hospitals or clinics; animal shelters or rescue organizations; dog daycare or boarding facilities; pet grooming; dog training; veterinary technician or assistant work; animal care technician work; veterinary, animal science, or related internships or externships; horse barns, equine facilities, or farm animal care; wildlife rehabilitation or care; and zoo or aquarium work.

Responsibilities

Walk and exercise dogs.
Let dogs out for bathroom breaks.
Feed pets and refresh their water.
Administer medications when applicable.
Provide cat care and small animal care.
Scoop litter boxes and clean pet areas.
Provide pets with care, attention, and affection while clients are at work or away.
Review and follow detailed client care instructions.
Document visits in the client management system.
Travel throughout the assigned territory to care for pets in clients' homes.
Take photos and send a visit summary after every visit.
Bring in mail and newspapers.
Water indoor and outdoor plants.
Check homes for concerns.
Complete additional household tasks included with the company's services.

Benefits

Paid mileage between client visits.
100% of tips.
Paid training and meetings.
Paid certifications and continuing education.
Reimbursement for Pet First Aid certification if not completed before hire.
Additional pay for advanced certifications, including the equivalent of $1 per visit for specified certifications.
Workers' Compensation and Unemployment Insurance coverage, and employer payment of its portion of Social Security and Medicare taxes.
Employee discounts.
Opportunities for advancement as the company grows.
Consistent weekly schedule with two consecutive days off.
Assigned local territory to minimize travel.
Opportunity to build long-term client relationships.