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The Dog Stop

Dog Care Specialist

Baton Rouge, LA

$10 - $13/hr

Flexible schedule including Monday to Friday and weekend availability * Paid vacation days and paid ... dog care? Apply today and become a valued member of The Dog Stop family! At The Dog Stop ...

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The Dog Stop

Dog Care Specialist

Lafayette, LA

$12 - $14/hr

Flexible schedule including Monday to Friday and weekend availability * Paid vacation days and paid ... dog care? Apply today and become a valued member of The Dog Stop family! At The Dog Stop ...

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The Dog Stop

Dog Care Specialist

Metairie, LA

$12 - $14/hr

Flexible schedule including Monday to Friday and weekend availability * Paid vacation days and paid ... dog care? Apply today and become a valued member of The Dog Stop family! At The Dog Stop ...

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The Dog Stop

Dog Care Specialist

Kenner, LA

$12 - $14/hr

Flexible schedule including Monday to Friday and weekend availability * Paid vacation days and paid ... dog care? Apply today and become a valued member of The Dog Stop family! At The Dog Stop ...

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The Dog Stop

Dog Care Provider

Cumming, GA · On-site

... Dog Care Provider at The Dog Stop ® in Cumming Midway, GA-- where playtime, learning, and puppy ... Preference for weekend and holiday availability (We are willing to be flexible!) * Starting wage ...

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The Dog Stop

Dog Care Provider

Cumming, GA · On-site

$11/hr

... Dog Care Provider at The Dog Stop ® in Cumming Midway, GA- where playtime, learning, and puppy ... Preference for weekend and holiday availability (We are willing to be flexible!) * Starting wage ...

Shoreline Happy Paws

Weekend Dog Walker

Old Saybrook, CT · On-site

$17 - $22/hr

Provide vacation drop-in care * Drive between visits across our service area * Expand your knowledge with continuing education on dog behavior SCHEDULE & FLEXIBILITY * Weekends required (Saturday and ...

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ADOGO Pet Hotels

Dog Care Specialist

Minneapolis, MN

$13.50 - $17/hr

Must be flexible with hours including weekends.We are looking for individuals to work with dogs within our dog care services such as boarding and daycare. Responsibilities will include overseeing ...

The Dog Stop - Bucktown

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Dog Handler / Dog Care Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$16.60/hr

The Role Our Handlers care for and supervise dogs in daycare and boarding, ensuring their safety ... Applicants must be available to work at least one weekend shift (Saturday or Sunday) . Our facility ...

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Dog Handler / Dog Care Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$16.60/hr

The Role Our Handlers care for and supervise dogs in daycare and boarding, ensuring their safety ... Applicants must be available to work at least one weekend shift (Saturday or Sunday) . Our facility ...

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How much do weekend dog care jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend dog care 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.

What is weekend dog care?

Weekend dog care refers to professional or informal services provided to take care of dogs over the weekend, typically when owners are away or unavailable. Services often include feeding, walking, playing, administering medication, and ensuring the dog’s wellbeing. Weekend dog care can be offered at the owner's home, a sitter's home, or a boarding facility. This arrangement helps ensure that dogs receive proper attention, exercise, and socialization while their owners are absent.

What are some common challenges faced when providing weekend dog care, and how can they be managed?

Weekend dog care providers often encounter challenges such as managing multiple dogs with different temperaments, accommodating special dietary or medical needs, and ensuring pets are comfortable in a new environment. Effective communication with pet owners about routines and preferences, maintaining a structured schedule, and being prepared for emergencies are key to overcoming these challenges. Building strong relationships with both pets and their owners helps ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone involved.

What is the difference between Weekend Dog Care vs Pet Sitting?

AspectWeekend Dog CarePet Sitting
CredentialsBasic pet care knowledge, sometimes certifications in pet first aidSimilar credentials, often including pet first aid and CPR
Work EnvironmentPrimarily in clients' homes or designated pet care facilities during weekendsIn clients' homes, providing care over extended periods, including weekends and weekdays
Employer & Industry UsagePet care companies, independent pet care providers, dog walking servicesPet sitting agencies, independent pet sitters, pet care platforms

Weekend Dog Care focuses on providing care specifically during weekends, often involving short-term or scheduled visits. Pet Sitting covers a broader range of care, including overnight stays and extended periods, often throughout the week. Both roles require similar skills and certifications, but their scope and scheduling differ.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Weekend Dog Care provider, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Dog Care provider, you need a solid understanding of animal care, basic canine first aid, and often experience or training in pet handling. Familiarity with scheduling apps, pet care management software, and sometimes pet CPR certification are typical technical requirements. Patience, reliability, and excellent communication with both pets and owners are standout soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure the safety, well-being, and happiness of the dogs, as well as strong trust and satisfaction from clients.
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Infographic showing various Weekend Dog Care job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $29,511 per year, or $14.2 per hour.

Dog Care Professional

Pack Leader Dog Care Services

West Milford, NJ • On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Full-time

PTO

Posted 20 days ago

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Job description

The Maddie Ranch by Pack Leader Dogs was founded 11 years ago to tackle the most frustrating challenge that dog owners face: how to achieve a happy, well-behaved dog and where to find premium dog care provided by people who truly understand dogs. We’re providing the next generation of dog care solutions that are built on the foundation of Dog Psychology. We've rethought the dog care paradigm as innovative leaders in our space and are looking for the right people to join us as we scale.
We’re extraordinarily proud of the organization we’ve built (not to mention humbled to be recognized as the only Cesar Millan Certified Trainer in the area), but we couldn’t have done it without our people. Our people are Pack Leader Dogs’ biggest competitive advantage, and we’ll continue investing in our partners and people-first culture.
The Challenge
As Maddie Ranch by Pack Leader Dogs continues to grow, we need a Dog Care Professional to join our growing team. We're lucky to have a beautiful 8-acre ranch with top-tier services for our high-priority clients, and we need to continue to set the standard for the Dog Care industry by providing highly skilled and motivated Dog Care Professionals. You'll help our team with Adventure Camp and potentially Dog Training Services (if interested) as we continue to add clients to our roster!
The Opportunity
We are looking for someone with great energy who is motivated to be part of our Pet Care Services who is experienced in teamwork (pack work as we like to call it) and is passionate about learning, growing and of course, dogs! Don’t be mistaken, this is a challenging career path, but also highly rewarding with high-income potential. We have many growth options including but not limited to management and dog training. Are you up for the challenge? If so, stop reading and start applying!
The Team
Join a scaling and tight-knit team on a mission to change the dog industry! Our team members come from various backgrounds, but one thing unites them all- their love for our clients and how The Maddie Ranch is transforming the world of dog care! We are always in growth mode here at The Maddie Ranch as individuals and as a team. We are focused on being positive and believe we can accomplish anything we set our minds to.
The Skill Set

  • Candidate must have experience working with dogs.
  • Candidate must possess skills in dog handling and be physically capable of providing exercise for dogs.
  • Candidates must have excellent customer service and communication skills.
  • Candidate must have experience working on a team, the ability to take direction from our more experienced pack leaders and managers.
  • Dog care facility experience preferred.
  • Ability to bike and/or rollerblade dogs is preferred.
  • Experience with social media and business development is a plus but not required.
  • Opportunity to shadow team dog trainers to gain knowledge.
  • The successful candidate will gain an understanding of the workflow of The Maddie Ranch and identify ways they can contribute to maximize team efficiency, have full knowledge of The Maddie Ranch services, understand our commitment to customer service, work with a team fulfilling all the dogs' needs in our care and more.
Performance

Within 1 Month You’ll
  • Complete The Maddie Ranch Training, our onboarding program designed to get you up to speed on our business, vision and team and gain an understanding about how your role fits into the broader organization.
  • Shadow staff to learn how The Maddie Ranch is currently being managed and understand ways to contribute to team efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Understand the future goals of the organization.
  • Learn the basics of Dog Psychology and how we behave around the dogs in our care.
Within 3 Months You’ll
  • Work in the Pet Care services under supervision.
  • Meet regularly with team leads for updates and feedback.
  • Meet regularly with team leads to ensure goals are being met.
  • Begin to understand internal growth options within the company.
  • Have a better understanding of dog behavior and psychology.
Within 6 Months You’ll
  • Work in the Pet Care services under less supervision.
  • Meet regularly with team leads for updates and feedback.
  • Meet regularly with team leads to ensure goals are being met.
  • Fully understand internal growth options and have a clear path for growth within the company.
  • Have a solid understanding of dog behavior and psychology.
  • Be part of a team that is changing the world in dog care!
Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
  • Employee discount
  • Paid time off
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Holidays
  • Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
  • West Milford, NJ 07480: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
  • Dog Handling: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
  • Driver's License (Required)