Morning Providence Pet Care Professional (Pet Sitting & Dog Walking)

Furry Fellas Pet Service LLC is seeking experienced, reliable, and passionate pet care professionals for morning pet sitting and dog walking in Providence, RI. Ideal candidates have prior professional animal care experience, are comfortable with dogs of all sizes and energy levels, as well as cats and other small animals, and possess strong communication and customer service skills.

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. We are committed to providing exceptional care for pets and their families.

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

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

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

Availability

• Consistent morning availability Monday through Friday between 7:00 AM–10:00 AM or 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
• 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 afternoon, evening, or 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 in a job you love

Pay

Compensation is paid per visit, with rates based on visit length and experience. Mileage reimbursement, 100% of tips, and paid trainings/meetings are included. Additional pay is available for advanced certifications (e.g., +$1 per visit for Certified Vet Techs, Certified Dog Trainers, and Fear Free Certified Professionals).

• 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 mix, gratuities, mileage reimbursement, holiday assignments, overnight services, and certifications.