Pet sitter job description
Updated March 14, 2024
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Example pet sitter requirements on a job description
Pet sitter requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in pet sitter job postings.
Sample pet sitter requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Knowledge of pet health and safety
- Ability to lift and carry pets
- Valid driver’s license
- Access to reliable transportation
Sample required pet sitter soft skills
- Patience and empathy
- Excellent communication skills
- Flexible work hours
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to follow instructions
Pet sitter job description example 1
Fetch! Pet Care pet sitter job description
Do you love pets? Like to be active and outdoors? Want to earn some extra income? Are you available during the day?
Fetch! Pet Care is looking for you as we hire professional pet sitters for dog walking and pet sitting assignments in Loveland and surrounding areas. We currently need people who can work up to a few hours per day during the day Monday - Friday and the occasional weekend. Hours are typically from 10 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This is a great opportunity for stay-at-home parents, retired or semi-retired individuals. You must be friendly, reliable, honest, and able to walk dogs and care for pets in their owner’s homes.
If you are passionate about providing quality pet care and top-notch fun this is the job for you!
At Fetch! Pet Care , we’re not just animal lovers, we’re a growing business that is dedicated to providing stable, well-paying jobs in our community. With tens of thousands of satisfied clients nationwide, we’ve earned a solid reputation as the most trusted and reliable pet care service in the country.
We are a locally-owned franchise servicing Longmont, Loveland, Golden, Boulder, Brighton, Firestone, and other areas of Colorado. If you live in the following areas, we’d like you to JOIN our TEAM! Apply to be a Pet Sitter in your area - Fetch! Pet Care (fetchpetcare.com)
What we offer:
• $13-19 hourly rate
• Part-time - Flexible schedules (mornings, afternoons, or late afternoons)
• Fun and engaging work with pets/ animals
• Client referral bonuses
• Bonuses for five-star reviews
Job Responsibilities and Duties:
• Walk dogs as scheduled; take them on engaged and attentive walking routes
• Ensure pet’s physical safety at all times
• Dispose of animal waste
• Observe pets’ behavior
• Babysit pets, play with them, provide them food and water
• Follow any special instructions or limitations that pet owners provided
• Report any concerning issues to clients
• Follow safety protocols according to brand standards and training
• Assess situations accurately, calmly, and be able to respond quickly
• Attend occasional promotional events outside
Job Requirements & Qualifications:
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Genuinely love and have experience caring for pets
• With a great personality, responsible and trustworthy
• Able to work in the areas we service
• Midday availability from Monday through Friday, as well as some weekends and evenings
• Should be comfortable walking and controlling the leash of all sizes and breeds of dogs in all types of weather
• Able to be on your feet several times a day while dog walking
• Able to visually observe people and animals from up to 150 feet away
• Own a smartphone with internet, texting, and email capabilities
• Able to complete the Fetch! Pet Care training program
• Live in or around the areas we service (Lafayette and Broomfield)
• Able to pass a criminal background check
• Have reliable transportation
Company DescriptionAt Fetch! Pet Care, we’re not just animal lovers, we’re a growing business that is dedicated to providing stable, well-paying jobs in our community. With tens of thousands of satisfied clients nationwide, we’ve earned a solid reputation as the most trusted and reliable pet care service in the country.
Fetch! Pet Care is looking for you as we hire professional pet sitters for dog walking and pet sitting assignments in Loveland and surrounding areas. We currently need people who can work up to a few hours per day during the day Monday - Friday and the occasional weekend. Hours are typically from 10 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This is a great opportunity for stay-at-home parents, retired or semi-retired individuals. You must be friendly, reliable, honest, and able to walk dogs and care for pets in their owner’s homes.
If you are passionate about providing quality pet care and top-notch fun this is the job for you!
At Fetch! Pet Care , we’re not just animal lovers, we’re a growing business that is dedicated to providing stable, well-paying jobs in our community. With tens of thousands of satisfied clients nationwide, we’ve earned a solid reputation as the most trusted and reliable pet care service in the country.
We are a locally-owned franchise servicing Longmont, Loveland, Golden, Boulder, Brighton, Firestone, and other areas of Colorado. If you live in the following areas, we’d like you to JOIN our TEAM! Apply to be a Pet Sitter in your area - Fetch! Pet Care (fetchpetcare.com)
What we offer:
• $13-19 hourly rate
• Part-time - Flexible schedules (mornings, afternoons, or late afternoons)
• Fun and engaging work with pets/ animals
• Client referral bonuses
• Bonuses for five-star reviews
Job Responsibilities and Duties:
• Walk dogs as scheduled; take them on engaged and attentive walking routes
• Ensure pet’s physical safety at all times
• Dispose of animal waste
• Observe pets’ behavior
• Babysit pets, play with them, provide them food and water
• Follow any special instructions or limitations that pet owners provided
• Report any concerning issues to clients
• Follow safety protocols according to brand standards and training
• Assess situations accurately, calmly, and be able to respond quickly
• Attend occasional promotional events outside
Job Requirements & Qualifications:
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Genuinely love and have experience caring for pets
• With a great personality, responsible and trustworthy
• Able to work in the areas we service
• Midday availability from Monday through Friday, as well as some weekends and evenings
• Should be comfortable walking and controlling the leash of all sizes and breeds of dogs in all types of weather
• Able to be on your feet several times a day while dog walking
• Able to visually observe people and animals from up to 150 feet away
• Own a smartphone with internet, texting, and email capabilities
• Able to complete the Fetch! Pet Care training program
• Live in or around the areas we service (Lafayette and Broomfield)
• Able to pass a criminal background check
• Have reliable transportation
Company DescriptionAt Fetch! Pet Care, we’re not just animal lovers, we’re a growing business that is dedicated to providing stable, well-paying jobs in our community. With tens of thousands of satisfied clients nationwide, we’ve earned a solid reputation as the most trusted and reliable pet care service in the country.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024