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Dogsitting by Mae

Dog Sitter

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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.

$32,990 / year median in Florida

+18% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Summary I am a small, self employed business who is seeking one or two people to take over some of my regular clients. This may include overnights or daily visits in Fort Myers and Estero. My website lists all of my pricing and you would get 80% of the profits for each job you do. Duties Provide attentive pet sitting services that include feeding, walking, playing, and administering medication as needed Monitor dogs' behavior and health, recognizing signs of distress or illness and reporting concerns promptly Handle animals safely using proper restraint techniques and animal handling skills to prevent injury or stress Assist with pet grooming tasks such as brushing or bathing when required Skills Proven experience working with animals, especially dogs, in veterinary clinics, pet care facilities, or as a pet sitter Strong dog handling skills with knowledge of animal restraint and behavior management techniques Excellent customer service skills to communicate effectively with pet owners Ability to perform manual handling tasks including heavy lifting of supplies or animals when necessary Knowledge of animal behavior to ensure safe interactions and promote positive experiences for pets This business has been established within the span of the last seven years and is perfect for college students wanting some extra money on the side. Please note that this is not an established LLC and is not meant to be your main source of income. I'm just needing some help as my life expands and I can't keep up with my sitting families.
Pay:
From $28.00 per day
Benefits:
Flexible schedule
Work Location:
On the road