Evening or Weekend Dog Walker

Old Saybrook, CT

Part Time

Field Operations

Entry Level

Join the Shoreline Happy Paws Pack!

Are you an animal lover? We're hiring fun, reliable Dog Walkers & Pet Sitters to join our awesome team!

We are hiring team members based in Old Saybrook, Essex, Westbrook, Clinton, Madison, Deep River, Chester, Haddam, Higganum, Old Lyme, Lyme, East Lyme, Niantic, and Waterford.

Why You'll Love Us:

Flexible Hours: Create a consistent weekly schedule.
Great Pay: $16.35–$22/hr + tips + mileage. Paid training included.
Perks: Pet CPR certification, holiday pay, bonuses, education stipend, and even a Costco membership!
Career Growth: Opportunities to become a Trainer, Groomer, or Pet CPR Instructor.
Tech-Friendly: Manage everything from your phone + win prizes for pet photos!
Laid-Back Atmosphere: Casual dress code + provided high-vis vest.
Team Spirit: Work with a supportive, fun-loving crew!
You're Covered: Employee protections including insurance and worker’s comp. We don't hire contractors.

What You'll Do:

Provide dog walking, dog hiking, pet sitting, and overnight care to our clients.
Ensure pet safety and happiness, giving owners peace of mind.
Work independently with management support when needed.

Requirements:

Live within our service area (include your address).
Reliable, insured vehicle + valid driver's license.
Smartphone with photo/video/GPS capabilities.
Love animals! Experience preferred.
Comfortable with both dogs and cats.
Pass a background check.
Physically able to walk, bend, lift (up to 50 lbs), and handle dogs in all weather.

Apply now and join the fun—we can't wait to meet you!

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This job requires you to drive to assignments AND transport pets in your vehicle.
Do you have a valid Driver's License AND a reliable, registered, fully insured, personal vehicle available to you 100% of the time?*

If selected for the position, do you consent to a pre-employment background check, reference check, and work history verification?*

Are you comfortable using your personal smartphone (with data and GPS) for work, including checking map routes, clocking in/out, uploading pictures/videos, reading pet care instructions, and communicating during your workday?*

What makes you the ideal candidate to join our team? Please share your personal, professional, or volunteer experience with pets or animals, including the types or breeds you've worked with.*

A) Ideally, how would you like your weekly work schedule to look?
B) In detail, please describe your time availability if hired.
C) What other professional, educational, or personal obligations do we need to keep in mind for your availability and location?
This is the availability we will be counting on when extending a job offer. We allow for periodic changes.*

This job is perfect for those seeking supplemental income while enjoying time with pets and staying active. It's a part-time role designed for additional earnings. If you're open to sharing, is there a minimum amount of income you’d prefer per week or month?
We offer full-time opportunities to team members who excel and have been with us reliably for 6+ months*

If hired, what is your earliest available start date? (An estimate is fine.) Are there any conditions or contingencies that might affect this date?*

If your availability doesn’t align with our current job openings but your expertise does, would you like us to keep you in mind for future positions? You’ll be among the first to hear about new opportunities at SHP. We have positions available across all shifts and time commitments.*

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