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Dog Walker needed in Bloomfield Hills

Bloomfield Hills, MI · On-site

$18/hr

Bloomfield Hills MI Applicants must live within 5 mile driving distance The Role * Dog walks & drop ... Pet care experience (owner, volunteer, kennel, sitter) * Available mornings and/ or afternoons

MSLA Ventures LLC

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Dog Walker needed in Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

$18/hr

Ann Arbor Applicants must live within 5 mile driving distance The Role * Dog walks & drop-in visits ... Pet care experience (owner, volunteer, kennel, sitter) * Available mornings and/ or afternoons

MSLA Ventures LLC

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Dog Walker needed in Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

$18/hr

Ann Arbor Applicants must live within 5 mile driving distance The Role * Dog walks & drop-in visits ... Pet care experience (owner, volunteer, kennel, sitter) * Available mornings and/ or afternoons

MSLA Ventures LLC

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Dog Walker needed in Bloomfield Hills

Bloomfield Hills, MI · On-site

$18/hr

Bloomfield Hills MI Applicants must live within 5 mile driving distance The Role * Dog walks & drop ... Pet care experience (owner, volunteer, kennel, sitter) * Available mornings and/ or afternoons

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for live in kennel in Michigan is $19.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $10.98 and $21.74 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Dog Walker needed in Bloomfield Hills

MSLA Ventures LLC

Bloomfield Hills, MI • On-site

$18/hr

Part-time

Posted 11 days ago

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Job description

Fetch! Pet Care in Ann Arbor is interviewing pet sitters & dog walkers for:

  • Bloomfield Hills MI

Applicants must live within 5 mile driving distance 

The Role

  • Dog walks & drop-in visits
  • Feeding, fresh water & basic care
  • Medication when needed
  • Client updates

Part-time W-2 employee | Flexible schedule| Supplemental income

Requirements (Read Carefully)

  • 18+ years old
  • Reliable car required
  • Pet care experience (owner, volunteer, kennel, sitter)
  • Available mornings and/ or afternoons
  • Comfortable working independently
  • Must pass a background check

Not a Fit

✘ No car

✘ Short-term only

✘ Unable to pass background check

✘ No weekend/holiday availability

Service Area

You must reliably work in Bloomfield Hills

How to Apply

  • Apply on ZipRecruiter
  • Qualified candidates will be sent a Fetch application.
  • Only completed applications are reviewed.