Professional Dog Walker & Pet Sitter (Part-Time)

Miami Pet Concierge•Coral Gables, FL

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About The Position

Miami Pet Concierge is hiring for ongoing, part-time work providing professional in-home pet care throughout Miami. Dog walking is the primary service, with additional work that may include puppy visits, pet sitting, cat care, and overnight care. Professional pet care experience is not required; the company provides training and guidance. The role suits dependable, caring people who love animals, enjoy active work, and take pride in providing reliable care. Team members travel between clients’ homes, follow individualized care and safety instructions, and send updates and photos to pet owners. Assignments may include dogs of varying sizes, breeds, energy levels, and temperaments, as well as puppies and cats. Work is performed independently, with support and guidance available from the company’s owners and teammates. Dog walking and puppy visits are primarily during weekday daytime hours. Pet sitting and cat care may take place early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, depending on client needs. Scheduling is flexible between assigned visits, and assignments may recur or increase based on availability and client needs. The company seeks applicants interested in staying at least nine months and values reliable availability during summer and holiday periods. Most recurring weekday walks are in Coconut Grove, Coral Gables, and South Miami; service also covers Pinecrest, Dadeland, East Kendall, Palmetto Bay, and nearby neighborhoods. Living in or near the service area is strongly preferred. The work is physically active and takes place outdoors in Miami’s heat and humidity. It involves walking several miles, handling dogs including larger or stronger dogs that may pull, remaining alert to distractions, bending, kneeling, climbing stairs, and driving between client homes.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old.
Have a reliable automobile and valid auto insurance.
Have a smartphone with a camera and data plan.
Communicate fluently in English.
Be physically capable of performing the described duties.
Be comfortable working outdoors in Miami weather.
Be responsible, dependable, attentive to detail, and willing to learn.
Be comfortable working independently and making thoughtful decisions.
Be comfortable around dogs of different sizes and personalities and willing to develop safe handling skills for stronger or reactive dogs.
Commit to the position for at least nine months.
Be available reliably during summer and holiday periods.

Nice To Haves

Previous professional pet care experience.
Experience through personal pet ownership, animal rescue, veterinary care, dog daycare, or other animal-related settings.
Consistent weekday daytime availability.
Interest in helping with other types of pet care when schedules permit.
Living in or near the service area.

Responsibilities

Provide safe, attentive 30–60 minute dog walks for dogs of different sizes, breeds, energy levels, and personalities.
Use appropriate leash-handling techniques and follow individualized safety instructions, including for dogs that pull or react to distractions.
Provide puppy visits, feed pets, refresh their water, and care for cats.
Administer medications when required.
Observe and report changes in pets’ health, behavior, or well-being.
Follow detailed care instructions and respect the security of clients’ homes.
Send timely, thoughtful visit updates and photos to pet owners.
Communicate with the company’s owners and teammates as needed.
Travel between clients’ homes for assigned visits.