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The Monster Minders

Full Time Dog Walker

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What they do

An Animal Trainer trains animals to become familiar with human voices and contact, and to respond to commands. Trains dogs to assist people with disabilities. May train animals for a health, competition, or show. May train other animals such as horses, dolphins, and apes.

$36,817 / year median in Pennsylvania

+7% projected growth

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Most dog walkers in Philadelphia work for apps. Our walkers work for a company. The Monster Minders has been walking dogs since 2005, and we're looking for dependable people who want meaningful weekday work, plenty of fresh air, and the opportunity to build real relationships with the dogs they care for. Every day, you'll travel between homes, take dogs out for one-on-one walks, send updates to clients, and help keep hundreds of Philadelphia dogs happy, exercised, and on schedule. It's active work, independent work, and work that matters to the families who trust us with their dogs. If you're reliable, professional, comfortable working outdoors year-round, and looking for something more stable than app-based gig work, we'd love to hear from you. Full Time Dog Walker Philadelphia, PA Full Time Entry Level SHARE A Real Job. Outside. With Dogs Not everyone wants to spend their day behind a desk. If you enjoy being active, working independently, and having a job where every day looks a little different, The Monster Minders may be a good fit. (Loving dogs goes without saying.) We're looking for a Dog Walker to join our crew in Center City. This is a weekday position, Monday through Friday, typically between 10:00 AM and 4:30 PM. Most days include 8 to 12 walks with established clients who rely on us to provide safe, dependable care for their dogs. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working independently, staying active, and building long-term relationships with both dogs and their people. What You'll Do Complete dog walks Monday through Friday between 10:00 AM and 4:30 PM Safely handle dogs of all sizes, breeds, and personalities Travel between clients' homes throughout the workday Write thoughtful visit updates and communicate professionally with clients Work comfortably in all types of Philadelphia weather, including heat, rain, and snow Participate in paid training and occasional paid staff meetings What We're Looking For Strong written communication skills Reliability, professionalism, and attention to detail The ability to work independently and manage a field-based schedule The ability to comfortably walk 5 to 6 hours per day Access to reliable transportation (bike, scooter, motorcycle, or car) A commitment to staying in the position for at least one year Comfort working outdoors year-round in a variety of weather conditions Confidence handling dogs of different sizes, breeds, and energy levels Bonus Points If You Have Experience caring for dogs, either personally or professionally Experience working independently Experience in customer-facing roles Pay & Benefits Employee position (W-2), not independent contractor work Paid Time Off (PTO) for all employees Competitive pay plus tips Direct deposit Workers' compensation coverage Consistent weekday schedule with established clients Paid training and ongoing support Optional social events including happy hours, book club gatherings, bonfires, and pizza nights Why People Stay Our employees know what their schedules look like. There is no fighting for gigs, scrambling for last-minute work, or wondering whether your income will disappear because an app changed its algorithm. Most of our employees stay for years, not months. That's good for our clients, good for our dogs, and good for the people who work here. Just great dogs, great clients, and meaningful work. There is a better way to walk dogs. About The Monster Minders The Monster Minders has been walking dogs in Philadelphia since 2005. Over the last 20 years, we've completed nearly one million walks and built a reputation for exceptional care, reliability, and communication. We're a family-owned business that believes dog walking is a real profession. Our employees are valued team members, not gig workers bouncing between app-based jobs. Apply for this position
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  • Yes No Candidates MUST be able to work Monday through Friday. (We do not schedule around other jobs, classes or obligations.) What is your availability to work?
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  • Monday through Friday, 10AM
  • 4:30PM Monday through Friday, 11AM
  • 3PM Dog walkers must reliably travel between multiple homes throughout the day, often on a tight schedule. What is your primary method of transportation? (Walking, bike, car, scooter, etc.)
  • Tell us about your experience caring for dogs, either personally or professionally. This could include dog ownership, volunteering, pet sitting, professional dog walking, veterinary work, or anything else you think is relevant.
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