Pet Sitter/Dog Walker

We're Growing Our Team at Oh, Fur Pet's Sake

At Oh, Fur Pet's Sake, we're more than just a mobile pet sitting service; we are animal lovers dedicated to providing exceptional care and love to the pets we are entrusted with. We seek a reliable, detail-oriented professional who shares our commitment to pet happiness and safety. You might be the perfect fit for our team if you have a genuine love for animals, pet care experience, and near-flawless communication skills.

What You'll Do:

• In-Home Visits: Provide comprehensive care during in-home visits, which includes feeding, engaging in enriching playtime, and ensuring a comforting presence for our clients' pets. Your role makes each pet feel loved and secure in their home environment.
• Daily Walks: Lead daily walks that are enjoyable and stimulating for the pets. These walks provide ample opportunities for physical exercise, mental stimulation, and sensory engagement, contributing significantly to the pets' overall well-being.
• Overnight Care: Provide in-home overnight care services as a reassuring presence for pets requiring company through the night. This role demands a responsible and compassionate approach, ensuring pets are comfortable, secure, and content.
• Safety and Happiness Standards: Maintain the highest standards of safety and happiness for all pets under your care. This involves attentive supervision, prompt identification and mitigation of potential hazards, and a nurturing environment.
• Communication with Pet Parents: Maintain clear, professional, and consistent communication with pet owners. Provide updates and share heartwarming photos of their pets, offering reassurance and fostering trust through transparency and regular engagement.
• Cleaning and Maintenance: Responsibly manage the cleaning of messes, regardless of size or nature, as part of the comprehensive care provided. This task is crucial in ensuring a hygienic and pleasant environment for pets and their families.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Is comfortable with a flexing schedule to accommodate the varying needs of our clients.
• Takes pride in completing visits thoroughly and with great attention to detail.
• Demonstrates punctuality, aiming to arrive early to appointments.
• Exhibits unwavering reliability and understanding of their critical role in our clients' and pets' lives.
• Is 21 or older, with applicants over 35 highly encouraged.
• Resides in Otsego, Rogers, Albertville, or Saint Michael.
• Can navigate and commute in all weather conditions, bringing energy and enthusiasm to each visit.
• Has a reliable, fuel-efficient vehicle, a valid driver's license, and a smartphone with the latest operating system.
• Enjoys walking dogs of all sizes and can manage various weather conditions.
• Possesses strong customer service skills, effectively communicating with clients.
• Has exceptional writing and grammar skills for completing visit reports. Photography talents are a bonus.
• Is organized and highly detail-oriented.
• Will pass a comprehensive background check.

Position Details:

• This staff position starts as part-time but can quickly expand into full-time if desired.

Joining Oh, Fur Pet's Sake means becoming part of a team that values reliability, dedication, and the well-being of pets above all. If you're ready to contribute to a community where pet happiness is delivered to every doorstep, we would love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Expected hours: 20 – 35 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• On-the-job training
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Compensation package:

• Bonus opportunities
• Tips

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Morning shift
• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed

Travel requirement:

• No travel

Application Question(s):

• Do you reside in Otsego, Rogers, Albertville, or Saint Michael? We will not review your application if you live outside of these communities.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: On the road