M-F 10-3pm Warwick Pet Care Professional (Pet Sitting & Dog Walking)
Furry Fellas Pet Service LLC is seeking experienced pet care professionals for part-time pet sitting and dog walking positions in Warwick, RI. Ideal candidates are passionate about providing exceptional care to pets and their families, with prior professional animal care experience.
About Us
Furry Fellas Pet Service LLC has been in business since 2006, offering dog walking, pet sitting (for dogs, cats, and other small animals), and overnight pet sitting. We have been voted in the TOP 3 Pet Service Companies for 9 consecutive years. Our team is held to the highest professional standards, with all staff having prior experience working or volunteering with animals.
Responsibilities
- Dog walking, exercising, and bathroom breaks
- Pet sitting, feeding, and administering medications (when applicable)
- Cat care and small animal care, including litter box cleaning
- Providing love, attention, and exceptional care while clients are away
- Frequent travel between clients' homes in assigned service areas
- Following detailed care instructions from clients and our client management system
- Leaving notes for clients after each visit to update them on their pets' well-being
Requirements
- Minimum age of 18 years
- Prior professional animal care experience (see examples below)
- 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 year-round in various weather conditions
- Reliable, punctual, and dependable
Professional Animal Care Experience Includes: Pet sitting, dog walking, veterinary hospital/clinic work, animal shelter/rescue organizations, dog daycare/boarding, pet grooming, pet training, veterinary technician/assistant roles, animal care internships, equine/farm animal care, wildlife rehabilitation, or zoo/aquarium experience.
Schedule & Availability
- Consistent availability Monday through Friday between 10 AM–3 PM or 11 AM–3 PM
- 10–20 hours per week (new team members typically start with fewer hours and build their schedule as training is completed)
- Ongoing hours depend on availability, performance, client demand, and territory
- Ability to set a maximum number of hours per day/week
- Additional weekday/weekend availability is a plus and may provide more hours
Benefits
- Paid to exercise and spend time outdoors with dogs or indoors with cats/small animals
- Continuing education and paid certificate programs
- Birthday, holiday, and referral bonuses
- Supportive team and leadership
- Daily greetings from furry clients (tail wags and licks included!)
- Satisfaction of working in a job you love
Pay
- Paid per visit (rate based on visit length and experience)
- Mileage reimbursement
- 100% of tips retained
- Paid trainings, meetings, and certifications
- Reimbursement for Pet First Aid certificate course (if not already completed)
- Additional pay for advanced certifications (e.g., +$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 $12.00–$13.50
- 60-minute visits: starting at $16.00–$18.00
Established pet care professionals have averaged approximately $18–$20+/hour in total compensation, depending on availability, service area, visit length, gratuities, and other factors.