Morning East Greenwich & North Kingstown Pet Care Professional (Pet Sitting & Dog Walking)

Furry Fellas Pet Service LLC has been in business since 2006, offering dog walking, pet sitting (dogs, cats, and other small animals), and overnight pet sitting. We were voted in the TOP 3 Pet Service Companies for 9 years in a row! Our team is held to the highest level of professionalism, with all staff having prior experience working or volunteering with animals.

About the role

We are seeking reliable, passionate pet care professionals with prior animal care experience to join our team. This is a long-term part-time position focused on morning pet sitting and dog walking in East Greenwich and North Kingstown, RI. You should be comfortable with dogs of all sizes and energy levels, as well as cats and other small animals.

Responsibilities

• Dog walking, exercising, and letting out for bathroom breaks
• Pet sitting, feeding, and administering medications (when applicable)
• Cat care, small animal care, and 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

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

Professional animal care experience includes caring for animals in a professional, volunteer, or educational setting. Examples:

• Professional pet sitting or dog walking
• Veterinary hospital or clinic work
• Animal shelter or rescue organization experience
• Dog daycare or boarding facility work
• Pet grooming salon experience
• Pet or dog training
• Veterinary technician or assistant roles
• Animal care technician positions
• Veterinary, animal science, or related internships/externships
• Horse barns, equine facilities, or farm animal care
• Wildlife rehabilitation or care
• Zoo/aquarium experience (considered on a case-by-case basis)

Availability

• Consistent morning availability Monday through Friday between 7-10 AM or 7-9 AM
• Minimum of 10+ hours per week
• New team members typically start with fewer hours and gradually build their schedule
• 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 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 coworkers and leadership
• Daily greetings from furry clients (tail wags and licks included!)
• Satisfaction of working a job you love
• Mileage reimbursement
• 100% of tips
• Paid trainings and meetings
• Paid certifications and continuing education
• Reimbursement for Pet First Aid certificate course if not already completed
• Additional pay for advanced certifications (e.g., +$1 per visit for Certified Vet Techs, Certified Dog Trainers, and Fear Free Certified Professionals)

Pay

Compensation is paid per visit, with rates based on visit length and experience:

• 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 factors like availability, service area, visit length, gratuities, mileage reimbursement, and certifications.