Job Description

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Dog Walker to join our team. This SCOUT role involves providing exceptional care with pickup & drop-off and exercise alongside the lead handler in the community, ensuring clear communication to the lead handler and owners. The ideal candidate will have a love for animals, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple dogs safely and effectively.

Duties

Walk dogs of various sizes and breeds, ensuring their safety and well-being during outings. Transport up to 5 dogs in your vehicle. Monitor each dog's behavior and health during walks, reporting any concerns to the owner. Provide basic training commands during walks to reinforce good behavior. Maintain a clean and safe environment by picking up after dogs and ensuring proper leash handling. Ability to take quality photo's of the dog walk, sending these to the lead handler. Communicate with pet owners and lead handler regarding their dog's needs, preferences, behavioral abnormalities and any issues that arise during walks. Assist in providing additional pet care services as needed, such as feeding or administering medication. Report and communicate with me any client cancellations, additions. Professional athletic business casual attire for walking. Part-time: 8-14 hours a week

Skills

(Recommended, not required)

Experience in animal care or pet sitting is highly desirable. Knowledge of dog handling techniques and animal restraint methods is essential. Familiarity with dog training principles is a plus, enhancing the walking experience for both the dog and owner. Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with pet owners, prospective clients and understand their requirements. Ability to manage multiple dogs at once while maintaining control and safety during walks. (Optional) Background as a veterinary assistant or veterinary technician can be beneficial in understanding canine health needs.

Pay Structure

Weekly electronic payment (Sunday). $20 per hour, max of 3 hours per session. Other pay includes tips. Each session is 2-3 hours; including including pickups and drop-off

Note: In-person training is required for group dog walking, including handling up to 5 dogs at once. Training will also cover quality control in communication, transportation, and managing dog reactivity.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 8 - 16 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Referral program
Application Question(s):

What is your level of experience with dog training? (Either with your own dog, volunteer experience, professionally, etc)
License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:

Day Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:

Mountain View, CA 94043 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:

Mountain View, CA 94043: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person