Dog Walkers & Pet Sitters Wanted in Ashburn, Sterling, Reston, & Herndon

Becky's Pet Care • Springfield, VA

19h • Onsite

About The Position

Becky's Pet Care is hiring Pet Care Specialists to care for dogs, cats, and other household pets in Ashburn, Brambleton, Broadlands, Sterling, Reston, and Herndon. Specialists work independently, travel between clients’ homes in their assigned service area, manage their daily routes, and provide reliable, professional care to pets and their families. Candidates must be comfortable working in homes with cats and providing hands-on cat care as well as caring for dogs.

The company is hiring for weekday positions requiring consistent Monday–Friday availability and weekend positions requiring consistent Saturday and/or Sunday availability. Specialists must be available for at least six hours on each applicable weekday or weekend. Scheduling windows vary by day and include morning, midday, evening, and closing shifts. Specific schedules depend on the employee’s availability and business needs.

The role involves working without a supervisor physically accompanying the employee. Specialists follow detailed care instructions, document each visit through a mobile app and Pet Care Journals, and use training and judgment to handle routine situations while contacting Operations when support or escalation is needed. The work is active, primarily in clients’ homes and outdoors, and may involve seasonal weather exposure. A $200 hiring bonus is offered to new team members who successfully complete their first 90 days of employment; the bonus is subject to applicable taxes and payroll deductions.

Requirements

• Genuine love and respect for animals.
• Comfortable working with and providing hands-on care for cats.
• Hands-on experience caring for or handling pets.
• Confidence safely handling and walking dogs of varying sizes, breeds, energy levels, and temperaments.
• Comfort working independently and managing responsibilities without constant supervision.
• Ability to follow detailed pet- and home-care instructions.
• Sound judgment and ability to make responsible decisions when unexpected situations arise.
• Dependability and reliability in showing up for scheduled visits.
• Strong communication skills and prompt responses when communication is needed.
• Organization and ability to manage multiple visits throughout the day.
• Reliable, insured vehicle for traveling between clients’ homes.
• Valid driver’s license.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Weekday positions: consistent Monday–Friday availability and a minimum of 6 hours of availability per weekday.
• Weekend positions: consistent Saturday and/or Sunday availability and a minimum of 6 hours of availability per weekend.
• Ability to work independently, manage assigned visits, travel between homes, follow care instructions, and document work without an accompanying supervisor.
• Physical ability to walk, stand, sit, climb stairs, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and use hands throughout the day.
• Ability to lift, move, pull, or push a minimum of 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Previous hands-on animal experience is strongly preferred; experience may come from employment, volunteering, personal pet care, veterinary work, rescue, training, grooming, shelter work, or another animal-related setting.
• Living in or near Ashburn, Brambleton, Broadlands, Sterling, Reston, or Herndon is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Visit clients’ homes to care for their pets.
• Walk dogs and provide exercise, play, companionship, feeding, and fresh water.
• Provide hands-on care for cats, dogs, and other household pets.
• Follow detailed client instructions for each pet and home.
• Keep pets safe and secure during every visit.
• Enter clients’ homes respectfully and maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Review schedules and client information before visits.
• Check in and out of visits using the company’s mobile app.
• Complete Pet Care Journals with detailed updates and photos after each visit.
• Complete assigned visits within clients’ requested time windows.
• Manage time and travel routes efficiently throughout the day.
• Communicate with Operations when questions, concerns, or unexpected situations arise.
• Use training, experience, and good judgment to handle routine situations independently.
• Recognize when additional support is needed and communicate promptly when escalation is required.
• Follow safety procedures, company policies, leash laws, and pet-care protocols.
• Maintain the tools and supplies needed for each visit.
• Complete required training and stay current on company procedures.
• Provide a professional and friendly experience for every client and pet.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $200 hiring bonus for new team members who successfully complete their first 90 days of employment; subject to applicable taxes and payroll deductions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED