M-F 10-3pm Cranston RI - Pet Care Professional (Pet Sitting & Dog Walking)

About the role

Furry Fellas Pet Service LLC is hiring experienced pet care professionals for pet sitting and dog walking in Cranston, RI (Monday‑Friday, 10 am‑3 pm or 11 am‑3 pm). The company has been in business since 2006, offers dog walking, pet sitting (dogs, cats and other small animals), and overnight pet sitting, and has been voted in the TOP 3 Pet Service Companies for nine consecutive years. Staff are held to the highest level of professionalism, all have prior animal‑care experience, and share a passion for working with and helping animals.

Responsibilities

• Dog walking, exercising dogs, and providing bathroom breaks
• Pet sitting, feeding, and administering medications when applicable
• Cat and small‑animal care, litter box cleaning
• Providing love, attention, and exceptional care while clients are away
• Traveling between client homes within assigned service areas
• Following detailed care instructions from clients and the client‑management system
• Leaving a note for clients after each visit summarizing how the visit went

Requirements

• Minimum age of 18 years
• 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
• Comfortable working outdoors walking dogs year‑round in various weather conditions
• Reliable, punctual, and dependable

Qualifications

Professional animal care experience means you have cared for animals in a professional, volunteer, or educational setting, such as:

• Professional pet sitting or dog walking
• Veterinary hospital or clinic
• Animal shelter or rescue organization
• Dog daycare or boarding facility
• Pet grooming salon
• Pet/dog training
• Veterinary technician or assistant
• Animal care technician
• Veterinary, animal science, or related internship/externship
• Horse barns, equine facilities, farm animal care
• Wildlife rehabilitation or wildlife care
• Zoo/aquarium experience and other professional animal‑care settings

Skills

• Comfortable with dogs of all sizes and energy levels, as well as cats and other small animals
• Reliable transportation and ownership of a smartphone
• Ability to work independently with good communication and customer service skills
• Passion for learning and making a difference in pets’ lives
• Seeking a long‑term part‑time position

Benefits

• Get paid to exercise and spend time outdoors with dogs or indoors with cats/other small animals
• Continuing education and paid certificate programs
• Birthday, holiday, and referral bonuses
• Supportive coworkers and leadership
• Daily greetings from furry clients who will adore you (tail wags and licks included)
• Satisfaction of working a job you love

Pay

• Paid per visit (rate based on visit length and experience)
• Mileage reimbursement
• 100% of tips retained
• Paid trainings and meetings
• Paid certifications and continuing education
• Reimbursement for Pet First Aid certificate course if not completed prior to job offer
• Additional pay for advanced certifications: +$1 per visit equivalent for Certified Vet Techs, Certified Dog Trainers, and Fear Free Certified Professionals
• Per‑visit compensation structure:
  • 15‑minute visits: starting at $9.00
  • 20‑minute visits: starting at $10.00
  • 30‑minute visits: starting at $10.50
  • 45‑minute visits: starting at $12‑$13.50
  • 60‑minute visits: starting at $16.00‑$18.00
• Based on actual payroll records, established pet care professionals average approximately $18‑$20+/hour in total compensation; actual earnings vary by availability, service area, visit length, visit mix, gratuities, mileage reimbursement, holiday assignments, overnight services, and certifications.

Schedule

• Consistent availability Monday‑Friday between 10 am‑3 pm or 11 am‑3 pm
• 10‑20 hours per week (new team members start with fewer hours and build up as training completes and clients are assigned)
• Ongoing hours depend on availability, performance, client demand, and territory
• Team members may set a maximum number of hours they wish to work each day/week
• Additional weekday/weekend availability is a plus and may provide opportunities for more hours