Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement

We are currently seeking a dog walker/pet sitter to join our team in the Arlington Virginia and Washington DC area. Dog walkers are responsible for providing exercise for their client ' s dogs each day. Walks usually run in 15-60 minute increments. Dog walkers often are also responsible for checking the dog ' s food and water supply to make sure basic needs are met after their exercise.

Alternative responsibilities include delivery of marketing material and refilling of dog treats to Puppy Luv's contracted apartment communities.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Pick up and drop off dogs from their homes
• Understand special requests and conditions for each dog
• Walk dogs outdoors in all weather conditions (anywhere from 15 to 30 minutes)
• Ensure each dog is getting exercise and potty breaks
• Ensure safety of the dogs you are walking and those (humans and dogs) around them
• Remove pet waste
• Maintain leadership of the pack of dogs (if walking multiple dogs at a time)
• Take photos of the dogs (so human clients can see how they are doing)
• Answer inquiries related to your service, clients ' dogs
• Record which dog(s) you walked, how long the walks were, anything abnormal that you noticed during the walk.
• Provide occasional house sitting as requested (dependent upon availability)

MINOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure security of their homes when picking up and dropping off
• Give each dog love and attention

THE INDIVIDUAL IN THIS POSITION SHOULD HAVE THE FOLLOWING

• Reliable transportation (car, SUV, etc.)
• A friendly and engaging demeanor
• The ability to be flexible with scheduling
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED

Job Tags

Outdoor, Flexible hours,

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