Dog Walker/Hiking Position

Dog Hiker / Group Dog Walker•Join an

Established Team Pay:

$19•23/hour + Training Provided Love dogs, being outdoors, and working independently? We're hiring an experienced dog handler to join our established dog hiking and walking team. This role combines dog handling, customer service, driving, and outdoor adventure. You'll safely transport small groups of well-trained dogs in a company van and lead morning and afternoon group walks/hikes while building relationships with both dogs and their owners.

Schedule:

Early start — 6:30 AM (morning and afternoon routes)

Service Area:

Pacific Palisades•Santa Monica•Brentwood•

Bel-Air What You'll Do:

Drive a small company van to pick up and transport dogs Lead structured morning and afternoon group walks/hikes Safely manage multiple dogs in outdoor environments Provide exceptional customer service and communicate professionally with clients Think on your feet and adapt to changing situations Build trust and lasting relationships with dogs and clients

What We're Looking For:

Previous dog handling experience (required) Clean driving record (required) Comfortable with significant daily driving Strong customer service and communication skills Dependable and comfortable with early mornings Physically active and enjoy being outdoors in all conditions Calm, observant, and able to make good decisions independently

Why Join Us:

Established business with loyal clients Great dogs and positive work environment Training and support provided Opportunity to deepen your dog handling skills and build client relationships Growth opportunities for the right person If you love dogs, enjoy active workdays, and want more than a typical dog walking job—we'd love to hear from you. Please send a brief introduction, resume, relevant dog experience, availability, and driving history.

Pay:

$19.00•$23.00 per hour

Benefits:

On-the-job training Paid sick time Paid training

Work Location:

On the road