Dog Walker and Pet Care Professional

Job overview

The Dog Walker and Pet Care Professional role is onsite in Rochester, NY, serving Monroe County. Pay starts at $16.50 per hour, with tips and bonus opportunities. Rochester Dog Walkers provides dog walking and pet sitting services for local clients. The employee travels between households to provide dog walks, puppy and cat care, and pet sitting. The role supports clients by providing dependable care and attention to pets in their homes. Shifts are typically 9 a.m.–2 p.m., 10 a.m.–3 p.m., or 11 a.m.–4 p.m., Monday–Friday, plus one weekend per month.

What you'll do

• Provide dog walks, puppy care, cat care, and pet sitting according to the company schedule
• travel between client homes
• handle dogs of all sizes, including dogs that pull on leash
• use company apps and communicate reliably with the team.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

dog walker

pet care professional

rochester ny

rochester dog walkers

dog walking

pet sitting

puppy care

cat care

monroe county

$16.50/hour starting

tips

paid drive time

pet first aid/cpr

one weekend per month

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid drive time between visits
• paid Pet First Aid/CPR certification
• tips
• training
• incentives and bonuses
• growth opportunities
• field support.

Why this role

Paid drive time between visits and paid Pet First Aid/CPR certification; part-time hours are 20–30 per week and may fluctuate with client needs.

About the employer

Rochester Dog Walkers is hiring for this role. Industry: Pet Care (except Veterinary) Services. Sector: 81.