Pet Care Provider/pet Sitter

Position: Pet Care Provider (Doggy Daycare, Boarding & Pet Sitting)

**Locations**:
We are currently seeking individuals **located in Okotoks, Cochrane, Airdrie**, and throughout **NW, West, SW, and SE Calgary**.

Role Focus

We are primarily looking for team members who can provide **doggy daycare and overnight pet boarding from their own home**, with additional opportunities for:

- Overnight pet sitting in clients’ homes while they are away
- Dog walking (group and private walks)
- Drop-in pet care visits (cats and small animals)

Doggy Daycare & Boarding (Primary Need)
- Doggy daycare and overnight boarding provided **from your own home**:

- Comfortable and confident handling **dogs of all sizes**:

- Small group care only (typically **1-3 dogs at a time**)
- Full-time **daytime availability preferred (8:00am-3:00pm)**:

- Overnight boarding is considered **day + night care** (not separate shifts)
- Must be willing to carry **pet care insurance through our provider** (we assist with setup)

About Us

**Active Furiends** is a trusted and growing pet care company based in Calgary. We provide compassionate, reliable, and personalized care for pets, both in clients’ homes and through select in-home providers. As our client base continues to grow, we are expanding our team with dependable, animal-loving individuals.

Position Overview

This is a **multi-role position**, starting as part-time, but looking specifically for someone available to grow into a full-time position, with the opportunity to grow into consistent and fuller schedules as clientele builds and meet & greets are completed.

**Responsibilities**:

- Provide safe, attentive care including feeding, walks, play, and companionship
- Host dogs in your home for daycare and overnight boarding
- Stay overnight in clients’ homes when scheduled, following pet routines
- Administer medications when required and monitor health and behavior
- Provide enrichment, exercise, and mental stimulation
- Maintain cleanliness (waste cleanup, litter boxes, basic home tasks if house sitting)
- Communicate professionally with clients, including daily updates, photos, and videos
- Be punctual, reliable, and respectful in all client homes

✔ Genuine love for animals with **1+ year** of personal or professional pet care experience
✔ **18 years or older** with a clean background check
✔ **Reliable vehicle & valid driver’s license** (non-negotiable)
✔ Comfortable caring for **dogs of all sizes and personalities**, including reactive dogs
✔ Able to work independently and responsibly
✔ Flexible availability (daytime, overnights, walks as needed)
✔ Pet First Aid certified or willing to complete our in-house Pet First Aid course
✔ Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions

Areas We Are Hiring For
- NW Calgary
- SE Calgary
- SW & West Calgary
- Airdrie (locals only)
- Cochrane (locals only)
- Okotoks (locals only)

Perks
- Flexible scheduling as clientele grows
- Tips & bonus opportunities
- Supportive, animal-focused team environment
- In-house Pet First Aid training
- Team events & professional development opportunities

To Apply

Please include:

- Your availability
- Preferred service areas
- Whether you are seeking casual or long-term hours
- If you are interested in **doggy daycare/boarding from your home**

**Job Types**: Part-time, Full-time

Pay: $1,000.00-$2,000.00 per week

**Benefits**:

- Flexible schedule

Application question(s):

- Are you able to provide pet care out of your own home (doggy daycare/dog boarding)?
- Do you have a reliable vehicle you can use daily (transit does NOT count)?
- Are you able and willing to stay overnight in clients’ homes when needed?
- Are you comfortable handling pets with a wide range of personalities?
- What is your home postal code (for scheduling/coverage purposes) 3-6 characters?

**Experience**:

- pet care: 1 year (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Calgary, AB T2P 2G9