Part Time Pet Sitter

Pet Sitter Job Description

We are looking to hire reliable and trustworthy independent contractors to pet sit at client’s homes while owners are out of town. The pet sitter's responsibilities include but not limited to: feeding meals for pets as instructed by pet owners; walking dogs twice a day (morning and evening); administering medicine per instructions of owners; cleaning up after pets should any accidents occur in the home; reporting any behavioral issues to pet owners, providing daily updates with pictures to owners, as well as playing with pets to encourage mental and physical stimulation. You should also be able to vacuum pet hair and dander off carpets and furniture. Additional responsibilities include: daily checking of mail and receiving any packages on behalf of the owners, watering of any plants, and ensuring the home stays clean when owners return. To be successful as a pet sitter, you should be knowledgeable of animal behavior and adept at caring for dogs, cats and other small animals. Ultimately, an outstanding pet sitter should demonstrate excellent communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills.

Other pet related opportunities in addition to in-home overnight care can include:

· Dog Walking: Get paid to enjoy walks with pups

· Drop-In Visits: Check on pets with visits as short as 30 minutes or as long as 1 hour

Pet Sitter Responsibilities:

• Meeting with pet owners to gather pertinent pet care info and discuss pet sitting duties.
• Providing pets with food and fresh water.
• Administering medication to pets according to the instructions provided by pet owners.
• Exercising pets as needed, which includes taking dogs out for regular walks.
• Providing regular updates to pet owners, which include communicating with them telephonically or via email as well as sending video clips and photos.
• Promptly notifying pet owners of pet illnesses or injuries that may occur.
• Sending out confirmation and check out emails pre and post pet sitting.

Job Requirements:

· Detail-Oriented: You follow instructions with precision.

· Warm and Personable: You have a friendly, professional demeanor.

· Pet Care Experts: You have experience with cats, dogs, and other animals either from previous employment or personal animal care

· Discreet and Trustworthy: client privacy is a top priority.

· Proactive and Calm: You think ahead to avoid problems and stay composed in emergencies.
Passionate About Service: You thrive on exceeding expectations and creating a memorable client experience.

· Background Check: Applicants will be thoroughly background checked and should expect to submit a resume as well as two references before a formal job offer is extended and contract signed.

· Primary job location is in Spotsylvania on the edge of Locust Grove with other opportunities in the larger Fredericksburg, Stafford and Spotsylvania area – must be willing to spend the night with animals while owners are out of town.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $500.00 - $1,200.00 per month

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Overnight Shift (Preferred)
• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person