Part-Time Dog Walker & Pet Sitter – Flexible Hours + Tips (Smyrna/Vinings)

Buckhead Pet Pals•Smyrna, GA

About The Position

Buckhead Pet Pals is seeking reliable dog walkers and pet sitters to care for dogs and cats in clients’ homes in the Smyrna/Vinings area. The role includes walking, feeding, playing with, and otherwise caring for pets; following client care notes, including medication or litter-scooping instructions; and sending an update with a photo or video through the company app after every visit. Visits are available in several lengths, as well as overnight stays. Sitters choose their availability, and the office handles scheduling, billing, and client questions. Work is matched near the sitter’s home and involves walking outdoors in varied weather; on extreme-heat days, walks are shortened and time is spent indoors with pets. Compensation is $8 per 20-minute visit, $11 per 30-minute visit, $16 per 45-minute visit, $22 per 60-minute visit, and $55 per overnight stay, plus tips and time-and-a-half on major holidays. This is an independent contractor position.

Requirements

Have a reliable car and a valid driver’s license.
Have a smartphone with a data plan.
Be comfortable handling dogs of all sizes, cats, or both.
Be willing to complete a background check.

Nice To Haves

Pet experience is a plus; professional pet-care experience is not required.

Responsibilities

Visit clients’ homes to walk, feed, play with, and care for dogs and cats.
Follow each client’s care notes, including instructions for medication, cat litter scooping, or extra attention.
Send a quick update and photo or video through the company app after every visit.
Walk pets in varied weather; on extreme-heat days, shorten walks and spend extra time indoors with the pets.