Experienced Senior Dog Walker / Pet Care Specialist Buffalo Dog Walkers - 2.0 Kenmore, NY Job Details Part-time $18 - $20 an hour 1 day ago Benefits On-the-job training Employee discount Flexible schedule Referral program Qualifications Companion animal handling Outdoor work experience Driver's License Dog handling Mobile devices Full Job Description Experienced Senior Dog Walker & Pet Care Professional — Part-Time Bring your experience. Build relationships. Spend your workday with dogs.

Typical effective earnings:

$18-$20/hour, including bonuses and average tips | Paid drive time | W-2 employment | 10-20 hours/week You know that great dog walking takes more than loving dogs. It takes reading body language, handling a leash confidently, noticing when something seems off, and earning the trust of both pets and their people. Buffalo Dog Walkers is looking for an experienced pet care professional to join our weekday daytime team. If you've worked in dog walking, pet sitting, boarding, daycare, veterinary care, shelter work, or training, we'd love to meet you. Bring your skills to a local team that values thoughtful care, dependable people, and the relationships you build with your regulars. A Job Where Your Experience Matters You'll get to know each pet's personality, routines, and favorite routes—and become a familiar face they're excited to see. We're especially interested in someone comfortable caring for larger dogs, energetic dogs, and dogs who need thoughtful handling around other animals. You'll have independence on your route, clear care instructions, and a team to contact when you need support. As you learn our systems and demonstrate strong judgment, there may be opportunities to help onboard teammates, support more complex pet care, or grow into additional responsibilities. Why Join Our Team? Meaningful work with animals every day Regular clients and relationships that grow over time Weekday daytime work that keeps you active Independence and responsibility on your route Paid drive time between client visits Client tips and reliability and attendance bonuses W-2 employment Paid Pet First Aid & CPR certification Scheduling support and a local team behind you Opportunities to contribute your experience and grow with us What You'll Do You'll travel between client homes throughout Buffalo and nearby suburbs, following your schedule and care instructions through our pet care app.

Visits may include:

Daily dog walks Puppy potty breaks, playtime, and enrichment Cat care Feeding and fresh water Medication according to care instructions Vacation pet care visits Friendly, professional updates and photos after each visit You'll also notice and report changes in a pet's behavior or condition, communicate promptly when a concern arises, and handle pets and client homes with care. Who We're Looking For You have hands-on animal care experience. You've cared for animals in a professional or substantial volunteer setting and can share examples of your handling skills and judgment. You're confident and attentive with dogs. You can read body language, recognize signs of stress, and safely manage dogs of different sizes and energy levels. You know when to adjust your approach or ask for help. You take pride in being dependable. Pets rely on their visits, clients count on us, and teammates count on one another. You enjoy working independently. You're comfortable managing a route, following detailed instructions, and making thoughtful decisions within our procedures. You communicate warmly and clearly. You can reassure a client with a helpful update, flag a concern promptly, and work respectfully with your team. You enjoy an active workday. Walking, driving, and spending time outdoors—including in Buffalo weather—sound like a good fit for you. We'll teach you our systems and introduce you to the pets. We're looking for someone who already brings a strong foundation in animal care. Schedule We're looking for consistent Monday-Friday daytime availability during one of these windows: 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Most team members work approximately 10-20 hours per week , depending on client demand and availability. Your availability window is broader than your scheduled paid hours; hours are not guaranteed. We also ask for availability approximately one weekend per month . What You'll Need Relevant hands-on experience in professional or volunteer animal care A reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, and auto insurance A smartphone capable of running our scheduling app Ability to safely handle large, strong, or energetic dogs Comfort working outdoors in a range of weather conditions Consistent weekday daytime availability Ability to commit to the position for at least six months At least 18 years of age Pay & Benefits Typical effective earnings are $18-$20/hour, including bonuses and average tips. Tips and bonuses vary and are not guaranteed.

Additional benefits include:

Paid drive time between visits Client tips Reliability and attendance bonuses Paid Pet First Aid & CPR certification W-2 employee status Come Meet Your Next Favorite Dogs We're an established local pet care company with recurring clients, clear care standards, and a team committed to dependable service. We want experienced people to feel welcomed, trusted, and supported—and to enjoy the work they do. Apply today and tell us about your animal care experience, the dogs you've worked with, and what you'd bring to our team. We'd love to hear from you.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule On-the-job training Referral program Application Question(s): Describe your experience working with pets or animals (volunteer or professional): Please tell us why you would be a great addition to our team: Is there anything that would prevent you from being able to care for little dogs, big dogs, small animals, or cats?

• Can you handle a large dog that pulls on the leash? Where do you live in and how far are you willing to travel for work? Are you available evenings? Are you available weekends? What days and times are you available on a weekly basis to walk dogs and care for pets ? Please list all days/times What is your email address? What is your phone number? Are you 18 or older? What is your desired hourly pay?

License/Certification:

Valid driver license, car registration, and insurance? (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required)

Work Location:

In person