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Dog Walker / Pet Sitter

Fort Lee, NJ · On-site

DOG WALKING OPPORTUNITY... We are an established dog walking and pet sitting company servicing Fort Lee, Leonia, Englewood, Teaneck, Cliffside Park, Palisades Park and Edgewater. If you are ...

Paws & Claws Pet Sitting LLC

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Dog Walker/ Pet Sitter

Cherry Hill, NJ · On-site

$10 - $24/hr

As a Dog Walker, you will play a vital role in ensuring the health and happiness of our furry ... In person Job Type: Part-time Company Description Paws & Claws Pet Sitting believes that providing ...

Paws & Claws Pet Sitting LLC

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Dog Walker/ Pet Sitter

Cherry Hill, NJ · On-site

$10 - $24/hr

As a Dog Walker, you will play a vital role in ensuring the health and happiness of our furry ... In person Job Type: Part-time Company Description Paws & Claws Pet Sitting believes that providing ...

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How much do dog sitter jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for dog sitter in the United States is $16.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $18.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a dog sitter?

Dog sitters are individuals who provide care for dogs while their owners are away. Their responsibilities typically include feeding, walking, playing with, and sometimes administering medication to dogs. Dog sitters may work in the owner's home or bring the dog to their own home, depending on the arrangement. They help ensure that pets remain comfortable, safe, and happy in their owner's absence. Hiring a dog sitter can help reduce stress and anxiety for both the dog and the owner.

What do dog sitters do?

A Dog Sitter takes care of a dog when its owner is away. The Dog Sitter schedules time for the dog to have food and exercise while adhering to all instructions given by the dog owner. Typical Dog Sitter duties include feeding the dog on schedule, taking it to the vet if it becomes ill, administering medications, and walking the dog regularly. If the Dog Sitter works for a pet sitter company, they may also handle client scheduling.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a dog sitter, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Dog Sitter, you need a strong understanding of canine behavior, basic pet first aid, and experience handling various dog breeds. Familiarity with pet care management apps, scheduling tools, and sometimes pet monitoring cameras is beneficial. Reliability, patience, and strong communication skills help build trust with both pets and their owners. These skills ensure the safety, well-being, and satisfaction of the dogs and peace of mind for their owners.

What are some common challenges dog sitters face when caring for multiple dogs at once?

Dog sitters often encounter challenges when looking after multiple dogs, especially if the dogs have different temperaments or routines. Managing feeding times, walks, and play sessions while ensuring each dog receives individual attention can be demanding. It’s also important to monitor interactions closely to prevent conflicts and to be familiar with each dog's specific medical or behavioral needs. Good communication with pet owners and strong organizational skills are essential to handle these situations smoothly.

How much does a dog sitter earn?

Dog sitters typically earn between $15 and $30 per hour, depending on location, experience, and services offered. Some may charge a flat rate per day or walk, and earnings can increase with additional skills or certifications in pet care.
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Infographic showing various Dog Sitter job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, and 10% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,595 per year, or $16.6 per hour.

Dog Walker/Pet Sitter

Pup Culture Dog Walking and Pet Sitting

Bloomington, MN • On-site

$16/hr

Part-time

PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Walk dogs and provide pet sitting services as assigned.

  • Communicate with clients through notes and updates via the company's system.

  • Work independently to complete scheduled walks and pet care visits within designated time frames.

Job description

Is your camera roll endless photos of your pets? Do you have 20 different nicknames for your pet? Do you choose to visit certain businesses specifically because they are dog-friendly? Do you make up voices for your pets? Do you prefer to spend time outside? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then we'd like to get to know you!
Pup Culture is hiring dog walkers/pet sitters in our service area. We're looking for reliable and responsible animal-lovers to join our team. If you enjoy being outside, getting exercise, and spending time with animals, this job is for you! This is a part time position. The dog walker would begin with a couple walks per day with room to grow based on performance and experience. This would be a perfect position for a freelancer, entrepreneur, artist, stay-at-home-parent, college student, someone who is looking for a career working with animals, or anyone else who has availability during the weekdays. Pay begins at $16 per hour.
Why work for us?
  • All the slobbery dog kisses and kitty head butts that you can handle
  • Win every step challenge you enter
  • Experience the MN seasons with a dog by your side
  • Opportunities to advance in our company
  • $16+ per hour +tips
  • $.25 mileage reimbursement
  • Cell phone reimbursement
  • Discounted pet care
  • Paid time off
  • Paid pet first aid/CPR training certification
  • Stipend for additional animal training
  • Protected by workers comp and liability insurance

About us: Pup Culture is a woman-owned, highly rated pet care company in the Twin Cities. We provide peace of mind to busy pet parents. We specialize in safe, individualized dog walks, adventure hikes, and cat sitting. We serve over 400 active clients, and we continue to grow. We're the type of people who when we get together for happy hours, we talk about our pets for two hours straight. We value client connections (both human and fur), pets' safety, integrity and honesty, teamwork, an inclusive environment for both our team and our clients, exemplary communication, and a complete wow experience for our clients.
Who we are looking for:
  • You need to have excellent time management skills. We do anywhere from 4-10 walks per day. Usually the visits are back-to-back and must be completed within a certain time frame.
  • You must be able to work independently and be resourceful. We provide initial training and ongoing training, but much of the dog walking and pet sitting work is independent and on your own.
  • You need to have strong communication skills, both written and verbal. We communicate with clients mostly through notes through our system. Our clients love receiving our updates each day, so you must be able to communicate clearly with clients and staff.
  • You should have strong animal intuition skills. We provide ongoing animal training, but you must bring a confidence with animals to each visit.
  • You must be an animal-lover and have endless amounts of patience when it comes to animals.

Applicant must meet the following qualifications:
  • Availability between 9:00am-4:00pm Monday-Friday and one weekend a quarter (four times a year)
  • Able to make a long-term commitment
  • Must have a smart phone and computer and internet access
  • Must have access to a reliable, insured vehicle
  • Live in or near our service area
  • Flexible schedule
  • Able to walk in all weather
  • Able to pass a criminal background check
  • Clean driving record

One final but IMPORTANT note:
This is a physical job. It requires the ability to walk multiple miles a day and to work with energetic dogs in all weather.
If the idea of walking an energetic 90 pound German Shepherd in any of Minnesota's seasons sounds like a fun afternoon to you (which it does to us!), then chances are this job is a great fit for you.
To Apply:
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