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We Let the Dogs Out, LLC

Pet Care Provider (Evenings & Weekends)

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $17.50/hr

Posted: 7 weeks ago

Location: Branford, CT (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 9/25/2026

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An Animal Care Worker or Manager manages animal care and grooming for a retail store that sells pets or for a pet grooming business. May also provide animal care and grooming at a kennel. Works with animals in shelters or rescue organizations. Works primarily with dogs and cats. Assists veterinarians with vaccinations or other procedures; screens people who want to adopt an animal from a shelter and provides information about caring for animals.

$34,607 / year median in Connecticut

+16% projected growth

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Job Description

Love animals? Want a job that actually makes you happy? Join our pack! We Let the Dogs Out is an established, professional pet care company serving Branford and nearby shoreline towns, and we're hiring Part-Time Dog Walkers & Pet Sitters to join our team. This is a year-round position for responsible, animal-loving individuals who enjoy working independently and providing exceptional care for pets. We are especially seeking reliable team members available for weekday evening visits, which include a slightly higher pay rate for experienced, dependable caregivers. Why You'll Love This Job Spend time with dogs, cats, and other furry friends Flexible part-time schedule (typically 3-5 evenings per week) Great pay plus tips and higher pay for evening shifts Paid training, PTO, 401(k) and additional perks Supportive, organized team environment Meaningful work caring for pets who depend on you What You'll Do Walk dogs and provide enrichment visits Feed pets and administer medications when needed Ensure pets are safe, comfortable, and well cared for Write short visit updates and communicate with our team through our app Drive between client homes (reliable car required) Who You Are A genuine animal lover with pet-handling experience Dependable, punctual, and able to think critically when working independently Comfortable working outdoors in all seasons Tech-savvy and able to use mobile apps Available some holidays on rotation At least 18 years old and able to pass a background check Pet CPR / First Aid certification is a plus (we'll help you obtain it if needed). Pay & Perks Competitive hourly pay with premium pay for evening visits Tips and performance bonuses Paid training and ongoing professional development Paid time off 401(k) plan Referral bonuses Employee discounts About Us We Let the Dogs Out is a professional, team-based pet care company that has been caring for shoreline pets for over a decade. Our team takes pride in providing dependable, high-quality care that pet parents can trust. If you're responsible, love animals, and want a job that gets you outside and moving — we'd love to meet you. Apply today and join the pack!

Pay:

From $17.50 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Employee discount Flexible schedule Referral program

Work Location:

In person