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Hooves Hounds &Whiskers

Pet Sitter and Dog Walker

Pay: $17–$20/hr

Posted: 3 weeks ago

Location: Branford, CT (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

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

Able to represent HHW as the

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pet care. Positions open for Branford area, Madison/Killingworth area, West Haven area Dedication and exceptional care and feeding of dogs, cats, and pets. Communication with staff and clients in detail via text, email, through our software system in a timely manner. likes to work independently and like to drive, and work outdoors in all kinds of weather. understands and respect our clients privacy and keep clients homes secured upon entering and at departure. adapts well to changing schedules and have a flexible schedule have a valid drivers license, a reliable vehicle and a smart phone. able to commit to long term work, this is not a temporary position available on weekends and most major holidays willing and adaptable to our comprehensive hiring process and training Will provide references and be willing to get a background check. Experience working directly with various breeds of dogs, cats and small pets, equine experience a plus.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Experience:

Dog handling: 1 year (Required) Pet care: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Overnight Shift (Preferred) Willingness to travel: 100% (Required)

Work Location:

On the road