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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time dog sitting in the United States is $14.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $15.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Part time dog sitting involves caring for someone else's dog on a flexible or limited schedule, rather than full-time or overnight. This may include feeding, walking, playing with the dog, and ensuring its general well-being while the owner is away for a few hours or specific days. Part time dog sitters typically visit the owner's home or may host the pet at their own place, depending on the arrangement. It's a popular option for pet owners who need occasional help due to work, travel, or other commitments.

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To thrive as a Part Time Dog Sitter, you need basic animal care knowledge, reliability, and often some experience with dogs, though formal qualifications may not be required. Familiarity with pet care apps (like Rover or Wag!), basic first aid for pets, and sometimes pet-sitting insurance are helpful. Strong communication, patience, and attentiveness help build trust with both pets and their owners. These skills ensure the safety, well-being, and happiness of the dogs in your care, while fostering positive client relationships.

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Part-time dog sitters often encounter challenges such as managing dogs with varying temperaments, handling pets with special medical or dietary needs, and adapting to different home environments. Effective communication with pet owners about routines and preferences is crucial to providing consistent care. Building strong organizational skills and being prepared for emergencies, such as knowing basic pet first aid, can help dog sitters handle unexpected situations confidently.
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Pet Sitter/Dog Walker - Avondale Estates

Pet Minders

Atlanta, GA • On-site

$10 - $18/hr

Part-time

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Company Overview

Pet Minders is a well-established, large pet sitting company.  We have been in business for 22 years and have a great reputation for superior customer service.  Our pet sitters have been with us from 2 to 10 years.  We are a full service, in the client's home, pet sitting service offering Vacation visits for dogs and cats, 12 hours Overnight stays and Midday dog walks.

Job Summary

We have an immediate opening for a Vacation and/or Overnight Pet Sitter in the North Decatur, Avondale Estates and Valley Brook area.  The Vacation pet sitter works mostly in the mornings (7-10AM) and evenings (6-9PM) with bookings 7 days a week.  The overnight sitter will arrive at the clients home 7-8 PM at night and will leave once the morning pet duties are completed.

Responsibilities and Duties

  • The Vacation pet sitter visits client's homes in the morning (7-9AM) and evening (7-9PM) for dog visits with more flexibility for cat visits.  Some dogs do require a midday walk as well.  These visits are booked 7 days a week with weekends being busier. 
  • Vacation pet sits include walking dogs or letting them out in yard, giving love and attention, feeding, refreshing water and bringing in clients mail and packages.  With cats we are feeding, refreshing water and cleaning out litter boxes as well as attention for the kitties.
  • Overnight stays require the pet sitter to stay in the client's home from approximately 7PM to 7AM.
  • The sitter needs to be comfortable walking dogs in all types of weather.
  • The pets bond with their pet sitter so we are looking for a person that can commit to at least one year with this position, preferably longer.

Qualifications and Skills

  1.            Previous Cat and Dog sitting/dog walking experience or pet ownership preferred. 
  2.            Reliable car is an absolute must and smart phone is required.
  3.            Availability during the hours listed above.
  4.            Pet sitter should live in the area to reduce drive times.
  5.            Pet Sitter needs to be very dependable as the pets count on them to be there.  
  6.            Pet sitter needs to be able to follow directions as each visit is unique.    
  7.            Pet sitter needs to be available for summer and holiday sits as that is when we are the busiest.                

This is a part time Independent Contractor position.  Pay is $11 per half hour plus 100% of tips.

 If this sounds like a good fit for you and you feel you meet the qualifications listed above please go to www.petminders.com  and fill out the application under the work with us tab for further consideration.  Only candidates meeting the above requirements will be contacted for an initial interview.

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