Dog Walker and Pet Sitter

Puppy Luv Pet Services•Baltimore, MD

3h•$16 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Puppy Luv Pet Services is currently seeking a dedicated part-time Dog Walker/Pet Sitter to join our team in the Baltimore, Maryland area (21202). This is an on-call position, with dog walkers responsible for providing daily exercise and walks for our clients' dogs, typically in 15 to 60-minute increments. In addition to walks, dog walkers may also be tasked with ensuring that each dog's basic needs are met, including checking food and water supplies after exercise. Alternative responsibilities include delivery of marketing material and refilling of dog treats to Puppy Luv's contracted apartment communities. This is a part-time, W-2 position where you earn 40% of the service fee for each visit you complete.

Requirements

Reliable transportation (car, SUV, etc.)
A friendly and engaging demeanor
The ability to be flexible with scheduling
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

Pick up and drop off dogs from their homes
Understand special requests and conditions for each dog
Walk dogs outdoors in all weather conditions (anywhere from 15 to 60 minutes)
Ensure each dog is getting exercise and potty breaks
Ensure safety of the dogs you are walking and those (humans and dogs) around them
Remove pet waste
Maintain leadership of the pack of dogs (if walking multiple dogs at a time)
Take photos of the dogs (so human clients can see how they are doing)
Answer inquiries related to your service and clients' dogs
Record which dog(s) you walked, how long the walks were, and anything abnormal that you noticed during the walk
Provide occasional house sitting as requested (dependent upon availability)
Ensure security of clients' homes when picking up and dropping off
Give each dog love and attention
Delivery of marketing material and refilling of dog treats to Puppy Luv's contracted apartment communities