Core Pet Sitter / Dog Walker – Providence Territory (AM & PM Shifts)

Service Area: Providence, with occasional travel to East Providence, Pawtucket, and bordering areas of Cranston. Us Furry Fellas Pet Service has proudly served Rhode Island since 2006. We’re committed to exceptional pet care, professionalism, reliability, and supporting our employees so they can focus on caring for pets.

Schedule

• AM Shift Regular Days: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• AM Shift Extended Coverage Days: Sunday & Monday – available between 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM (visits scheduled within this window, not continuous work)
• AM Shift Days Off: Friday & Saturday
• PM Shift Regular Days: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• PM Shift Extended Coverage Days: Friday & Saturday – available between 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM (visits scheduled within this window, not continuous work)
• PM Shift Days Off: Sunday & Monday
• Visit Arrival Windows:
  • Morning: 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM
  • Mid‑Day: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Evening: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
  • Night/Bedtime: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM (arrive by 8:00 PM to finish by 9:00 PM)
  • Flextime: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM (cats and other small pets only)
  • Optional Overnights: 8:00 PM – 5:00 AM
• Most visits are 15–60 minutes long (30 minutes most common). Mileage is paid while traveling between client visits.

Responsibilities

• Walking and exercising dogs
• Letting dogs out for bathroom breaks
• Feeding pets and refreshing water
• Administering medications (when applicable)
• Providing cat care and small animal care
• Scooping litter boxes and cleaning pet areas
• Providing exceptional care, love and attention while clients are at work or away from home
• Following detailed client care instructions and documenting visits within our client management system
• Traveling throughout your assigned territory to care for pets in clients’ homes
• Taking photos and sending a visit summary after every visit
• Bringing in mail and newspapers
• Watering indoor and outdoor plants
• Checking the home for any concerns
• Completing any additional household tasks included with our services

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Prior professional animal care experience
• Reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance
• Smartphone with reliable internet access
• Daily access to email and the internet
• Comfortable using mobile apps for scheduling, communication and visit documentation
• Able to pass a criminal background check
• Excellent attention to detail, communication and customer service skills
• Reliable, punctual and dependable
• Comfortable working independently and managing your daily schedule
• Comfortable walking dogs outdoors year‑round in various weather conditions
• Able to safely handle dogs of various sizes, breeds, temperaments and energy levels

Compensation & Hours

Position Type: W‑2 Employee (not an independent contractor)

• Per‑Visit Compensation:
  • 15‑minute visits: $9.00
  • 20‑minute visits: $10.00
  • 30‑minute visits: $10.50
  • 45‑minute visits: $12.00–$13.50
  • 60‑minute visits: $16.00–$18.00
• Mileage is paid while traveling between client visits.
• This position is paid per visit, not by the hour.
• During training, your schedule will start gradually while you learn procedures, become familiar with your territory, and build client relationships.
• As your route grows, additional clients will be added to your schedule.
• Our goal for this Providence territory is to build Core Pet Sitters/Dog Walkers to approximately 30‑40 hours per week, based on client demand, route density, and seasonal fluctuations.
• Based on actual payroll records, established Pet Care Professionals have averaged approximately $18–$20+/hour in total compensation.
• Actual earnings vary based on route density, visit length, visit mix, gratuities, mileage reimbursement, holiday assignments, overnight services, certifications, experience, and client demand.

Benefits

• Paid mileage between client visits
• 100% of tips
• Paid training and meetings
• Paid certifications and continuing education
• Reimbursement for Pet First Aid certification (if not previously completed before hire)
• Additional pay available for advanced certifications, including the equivalent of +$1 per visit for Certified Veterinary Technicians, Certified Dog Trainers, and Fear Free Certified Professionals
• We pay Workers’ Compensation, Unemployment Insurance, and payment of the employer portion of Social Security and Medicare taxes
• We handle client acquisition, scheduling, billing, marketing, and office support so you can focus on providing exceptional pet care
• Employee discounts
• Opportunities for advancement as the company continues to grow
• Consistent weekly schedule with two consecutive days off
• Assigned local territory to minimize travel
• Opportunity to build long‑term client relationships