A+ Pet Care

Pet Sitter Job Summary

Do you love animals? You may be perfect for our current pet sitter job opening. We are looking for someone who wants to help owners provide the highest level of care for their pets when they can’t do it themselves. You should have experience working with animals and knowledgeable about the general needs of dogs, cats and small rodents. You will be responsible for offering general care for a range of animals, along with walking and cleaning up after dogs of every breed and size. You should love the outdoors and enjoy playing with pets who are energetic. Our pet sitting service strives to provide high-level care while offering our employees a flexible schedule and great benefits, which include health care, bonuses and paid vacations.

Job Responsibilities

• Clean up after, groom, exercise and provide care for cats, dogs and small rodents, includes dog walking services and litter box and cage cleaning

• Observe outdoor and indoor play to ensure safety of the pet

• Feed and provide water based upon client instructions, which may be very detailed and must be followed exactly as given

• Meet with potential clients to secure business, advertise services provided and explain the details of how pet sitting works

• Report any injuries or illnesses to manager as soon as possible, along with completing an injury/illness form to turn in as soon as manager is on-site

• Respect clients’ homes and personal property when on-site offering pet sitting services, includes cleaning up any pet messes

• Provide additional customer service as requested by clients, which may include picking up mail, watering plants and opening and closing blinds or curtains

• Check and follow schedule provided by the main office and report any conflicts or issues to manager as soon as possible but at least 24 hours in advance of scheduled sitting appointment

Job Skills & Qualifications

Required:

• Must love animals

• Be at least 18 years old

• Have a reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license

• Ability to work varying schedules

Preferred:

• Previous experience working as a pet sitter, especially with large dog breeds

• Ability to work overnight hours, weekends and holidays