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Barksley

Professional Dog Walker and Pet Sitter - Short Pump and Wyndham - FULL TIME

Pay: $50,960/yr

Posted: 07/14/2026

Location: Richmond, VA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/25/2026

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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.

$40,144 / year median in Virginia

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

We are looking for someone experienced working with dogs and cats to work as a full time dog walker and pet sitter to work our Short Pump and Wyndham territories. You must be available to work every week Monday-Friday from 7am-5pm. You will not work consistently from 7am to 5pm, but you must be available to work during that period. Your schedule will fluctuate based on client needs. You must live in or near the Short Pump and Wyndham areas of Richmond. You must be experienced working with dogs and cats. If qualified, complete our

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tinyurl.com/y77m7egq Requirements Must live in or near our Short Pump and Wyndham territories Must have a valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle

MUST BE EXPERIENCED WORKING WITH DOGS

, must be knowledgable of common dog breeds and temperaments Must know how to handle dog/leash/food/resource aggression with positive reinforcement techniques

MUST BE EXPERIENCED WORKING WITH CATS

, must be knowledgable of common cat breeds and temperaments Ability and willingness to be outside in all weather, including rain, snow, heat, cold, and wind Qualifications Professional experience with animals (working at a veterinary hospital, dog daycare/boarding facility, animal shelter, dog trainer, pet sitter or dog walker, etc) Be 22 years of age or older Have a good driving record and ability to pass a background check Have a smartphone with access to the Internet, data plan, and high quality camera Ability to communicate clearly and effectively by returning emails, texts, and phone calls promptly Ability to take and send photos of pets in your care to clients and for use on social media Experience with administering medication or fluids is a plus If qualified, complete our

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job questionnaire. You will NOT be considered for this job without completing out job questionnaire.

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Job Questionnaire :

tinyurl.com/y77m7egq

Pay:

$24.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

On-the-job training

Work Location:

On the road