- Kate's K9 Pet Care
- Franconia, VA
- 02-06-2024
Job Description
Kate's K9 Pet Care, the premier pet care service in VA and MD, is seeking passionate and responsible Dog Walkers to join our team. As a Dog Walker, you will have the opportunity to provide exceptional care for our clients' beloved pets while enjoying the flexibility to earn as much as you desire. This position is ideal for individuals who are professional, trustworthy, and dedicated to ensuring the well-being of pets.
Responsibilities
- Create a safe and positive walking environment for our clients' dogs.
- Provide detailed and attentive care for our clients' cats and other small animals (guinea pigs, gerbils, hamsters, etc.).
- Perform house-sitting duties as requested by the client.
- Transport client pets with care.
- Flexibility with evening, weekend, and holiday availability preferred as client demand changes weekly.
Compensation
$19 - $21 / hour based on previous staff wages and potential earning bonuses.
$2200 - $2700 / month
30-minute visits are paid at the starting rate of $14-$15 per visit (DOE), but that rate will increase to $16 per visit within the first year. Most staff will gross $22+ per hour to start. Time and a half on holidays and when servicing short-notice requests.
Work materials will be provided, including treats, poop bags, and other materials as needed. Staff will earn bonuses when obtaining Pet First Aid and Pet CPR certifications.
Area / Schedule
- Pet Care Professional with the ability to care for dogs and cats.
- Most dog-walking services occur from 10am to 3pm Monday - Friday.
- Most pet-sitting services occur on evenings and weekends.
- Covering Alexandra, Arlington, Fort Washington, Lorton, National Harbor, Oxon Hill, Waldorf, and nearby communities. Scheduled to work in one area consistently.