Pet Sitter Ulti-Mutt Wags and Play LLC Raleigh, NC Job Details Contract From $25 an hour 13 hours ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications Pet care Behavior management Companion animal handling Pet care experience in outdoor settings Animal behavior High school diploma or GED Schedule management Driver's License Attention to detail Dog handling Communication with pet owners Time management

Full Job Description Luxury Pet Sitter:

(Independent Contractor) Do you have extensive experience handling dogs and a passion for providing exceptional pet care? Our luxury pet-sitting company is seeking a dependable, experienced, and detail-oriented pet sitter to join our growing team. This is an independent contractor position, with compensation ranging from 65%-70% of each completed booking. We are looking for a professional who loves animals, take pride in their work, and can confidently provide high-level care for a variety of pets and personalities. Please Read Before Applying This is not an entry-level pet-sitting position. We are specifically seeking candidates with a minimum of 2 years of dog-handling experience. Many of our clients have dogs that may be reactive on leash, nervous around new people, anxious, or require confident and knowledgeable handling skills. Applicants must be comfortable reading canine body language, managing challenging situations safely, and maintaining control during walks and interactions. If you have cat experience as well that will also be very appreciated. This is also a highly travel-dependent position. Reliable personal transportation is required. Our clients are located throughout Raleigh, Durham, and Wake Forest. Applicants must have their own dependable vehicle and be willing to travel independently between client homes. This position is not suitable for applicants who rely solely on public transportation or ride-share services. Key Responsibilities Provide overnight pet care in clients' homes while following detailed care instructions Walk, feed, medicate, and care for pets according to client preferences Safely handle dogs of varying sizes, temperaments, and behavioral needs Monitor pet health, behavior, and well-being during visits Maintain a clean, respectful, and professional presence in clients' homes Provide attentive, loving, and safety-focused care at all times Communicate professionally and consistently with clients and management Submit updates, photos, and visit reports as required Commit fully to assigned bookings and honor scheduled jobs Travel independently to client homes throughout the service area Requirements Minimum 2 years of dog-handling experience required Experience with reactive, nervous, anxious, or high-energy dogs strongly preferred Must have your own reliable vehicle and valid driver's license Comfortable traveling throughout Raleigh, Durham, and Wake Forest Must pass a background check and drug screening Strong communication skills and professionalism Highly dependable, punctual, and trustworthy Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Strong attention to detail and excellent time-management skills Flexible availability, including weekends and holidays What We're Looking For We are not your average pet-sitting company, we provide luxury-level care to both pets and their homes. That means every team member must: Treat each client's home with the utmost respect and care Deliver white-glove service to pets and their owners Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and reliability Show genuine confidence handling a variety of dogs and situations Be fully committed to every booking they accept If you have professional dog-handling experience, reliable transportation, and a commitment to exceptional pet care, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Type:

Contract Pay:

From $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Application Question(s): Please describe your dog-handling experience. Include any professional experience such as pet sitting, dog walking, daycare, boarding, training, veterinary, rescue, or shelter work. Are you available for overnights, weekends, and holidays? How do you make sure a client's home is left clean, tidy, and cared for after completing a pet-sitting visit? This position involves being trusted in clients' homes and caring for their pets independently. How would you demonstrate that you are trustworthy and maintain strong communication with clients and our team? Are you comfortable working independently, managing your own schedule, and making sure all assigned visits are completed on time without constant supervision? Please explain. Why would you be a good fit for this position?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Pet care: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location:

On the road