Dog Walker/sitter

Tonya's Tails & Trails is a local owned, small business that is quickly growing. We are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable animal lover to join our team as a Dog Walker.

JOB REQUIRES HAVING YOUR OWN VEHICLE AND LICENSE AND DRIVING TO MULTIPLE HOUSES WITHIN CAMBRIDGE

Walks are private and on-leash. We do not offer group/pack walks.

**Responsibilities**:

- Driving to each clients house and walking dogs on a regular basis, ensuring their safety and well-being
- Provide exercise and mental stimulation for dogs during walks
- Clean up after dogs during walks and dispose of waste properly
- Follow specific instructions provided by dog owners regarding their pets' care and behavior
- Ensure that dogs are leashed and under control at all times during walks
- Monitor dogs for any signs of distress or illness and report any concerns to the owner

**Requirements**:

- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must have a valid police check or be willing to obtain one
- Must have access to a reliable vehicle and G2/G license (bikes and buses will not be acceptable)
- Must have personal or professional experience with dogs
- Must be comfortable walking strong dogs
- Must be physically fit and able to walk in all weather conditions.
- Must have a working smart phone

**Skills**:

- Reliability is a big must for this job
- Exceptional time-management skills
- Physical fitness and the ability to walk strong dogs who pull
- Strong customer service skills to interact with clients in a professional and friendly manner
- Must work well independently
- Passion for animals and knowledge of basic dog behavior and handling techniques

**Job Types**: Freelance, Part-time
Part-time hours: 10-20 per week

**Salary**: $17.00-$21.00 per hour

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- What part of Cambridge are you in? (i.e., Hespeler, Preston, North Galt, West Galt, etc)
- What is your availability like for this position? Most hours of this job are between 10am-3pm Monday-Friday
- Please elaborate on your experience working with dogs (professional or personal)
- How many hours are you looking to work?
- Do you have a reliable vehicle and license and are you willing to drive to multiple houses within the same area of Cambridge?

Work Location: On the road