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.
Dog Walker/Pet Sitter Woofie's McLean - 5.0 McLean, VA Job Details Contract $50 - $300 a week 16 hours ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications Companion animal handling Pet care experience in outdoor settings Outdoor work experience English Schedule management Driver's License Dog handling Ability to follow instructions Mobile devices
Full Job Description Calling All Pet Lovers:
Become a Pet Care Professional with Woofie's McLean! Are you a true pet lover looking for a flexible, paw-some opportunity? Woofie's McLean is seeking pet sitters and dog walkers! At Woofie's McLean, trust is everything. Clients rely on us to care for their pets as if they were our own. If you have a love for animals and a passion for providing excellent service, this is a great opportunity to do meaningful work on your own schedule. As a pet sitter/dog walker, you'll be entering clients' homes and caring for their beloved pets, so honesty and integrity are essential. Reliability and consistency are key, as pets and their owners depend on dependable, on-time care. As a pet sitter/dog walker, you have the flexibility to create your own schedule and choose the services that fit your availability. Design your own schedule! Choose the services that work best for you:
Mid-day Dog Walkers:
Most client demand falls on weekdays. Choose the days and times that work for your schedule.
Pet Sitters:
Flexible scheduling throughout the week and weekends, including overnight visits.
Bed & Biscuit Sitters:
Host client pup(s) in your home.
Responsibilities:
Ability to follow client instructions to provide personalized pet care services Communicate clearly with pet parents about their pet's care Provide attentive, compassionate care for pets, especially dogs of all shapes and sizes Handle multiple types of pets and provide individualized attention Provide exercise through walks, backyard play, and indoor play Be comfortable outdoors in all weather conditions Feed pets, refresh water, and administer medications as needed
Qualifications:
Must live in or around service area of McLean, Arlington, Falls Church. Comfortable walking, exercising, and handling pets of various sizes and temperaments Prior pet care experience required. Candidates must be able to care for pets independently and professionally. Self-motivated with the ability to manage your own schedule Ability to pass a criminal background check Must have your own reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, and smartphone Must be 18 years of age or older
Compensation:
Per-visit/commission-based earnings. Earnings may range from $11-$26+ per visit depending on service type. Estimated weekly earnings may range from $50-$300+ Earnings based on availability, services accepted, number of visits completed, and client gratuities. Why Work with Woofie's McLean? Set your own schedule and availability Work independently while receiving scheduling and client support Through our platform, you'll have access to a ready client base. Opportunity to increase earnings based on availability. Ready to embark on this tail-wagging journey? Contact us today! This is an independent contractor position. No employment relationship is created with Woofie's McLean. You are free to work for other pet care companies simultaneously.
Pay:
$50.00 - $300.00 per week
Benefits:
Flexible schedule Application Question(s): Are you comfortable with an independent contractor opportunity where earnings are based on visits you accept? What days and general timeframes are you typically available to accept pet care visits? Are you comfortable providing clear visit notes, photos, and updates for completed visits? Briefly describe your pet care experience, including any dog walking, feeding, medications, overnight care, or anxious/reactive pets. Do you have pets of your own? If so, please tell me about them. If you accepted a visit and then realized you may be delayed or unable to complete it, what would you do? Only Pet Sitters/Dog Walkers that live in or within a 5 mile radius of the immediate service areas of McLean/Arlington/Falls Church will be considered. What city do you live in? Are you 18 years of age or older? Pet Sitters/Dog Walkers must pass a criminal background check. Are you confident in taking this? Choose the services that work best for you: -
Mid-Day Dog Walkers:
Most client demand falls on weekdays. Choose the days and times that work for your schedule. -
Pet Sitters:
Flexible scheduling throughout the week and weekends, including overnight visits. -
Bed & Biscuit Sitters:
Host client pup(s) in your home. Do you have have your own reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and a smartphone for accepted visits? Which service areas are you open to accepting visits in? ALL/McLean/Arlington/Falls Church?
Language:
English (Required) Willingness to travel: 100% (Required)
