Dog Walker and Pet Sitter

About us

We are a small dog walking business looking to expand, Our goal is to provide the dogs of Lichfield with fun engaging walks & provide all pet care needs!

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual/s who is a huge animal lover, canine in particular to join our dog walking team. This will be on a part time whilst training then increase to full time asap.

This is a long term job looking for someone to bond with their clients & treat them as if their own. The option to pet sit in owners homes may also become available after probation, which will increase your income dramatically.

From time to time the work can be physically, mentally and emotionally challenging, so you MUST have resilience. Owners, and myself, must feel completely confident entrusting their beloved pets with you, knowing they will be well cared for.

You must-

• Have a clear DBS available to show
• Have a full UK driving licence
• Have transport suitable for up to four dogs
• work in all weather's
• Be able to take out your own public liability insurance.
• Confidence handling dogs of all sizes and confidence handling more than one dog at a time
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Ability to function under pressure
• Ability to demonstrate patience
• Love dogs
• Good time management
• Have a strong work ethic

Ideal-

• Have experience in the canine world, whether that be kennels, boarding, walking, owned a dog.
• Have taken part in an animal first aid course (will be provided if not)

Work is based in & around Lichfield.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £11.00-£13.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexitime

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Flexitime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Tips

Application question(s):

• Are you available to pet sit overnight if needed?
• In a small paragraph please tell me why you would like to work with dogs?
• Are you physically fit? This job is demanding & you will be walking 15,000+ steps a day.
• What is your experience with animals?

Work Location: On the road