Weekend Providence 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 everyone having prior experience working or volunteering with animals.
About the role
We are seeking experienced, reliable, and passionate pet care professionals for weekend pet sitting and dog walking in Providence, RI. This is a long-term part-time position ideal for individuals who love animals, work well independently, and are committed to providing exceptional care.
Responsibilities
- Dog walking, exercising, and bathroom breaks
- Pet sitting for dogs, cats, and other small animals
- 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' 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 assistant
- Animal care technician
- Veterinary, animal science, or related internship/externship
- Horse barns, equine facilities, or farm animal care
- Wildlife rehabilitation or care
- Zoo/aquarium experience (considered)
Schedule
- Consistent weekend availability (Saturdays and Sundays) for a minimum of 4-6 hours per day during service hours (7 AM–9 PM)
- Hours do not need to be consecutive and may include mornings, afternoons, or evenings
- Bookings are based on client demand; you won’t need to work the entire day every weekend
- 10–20 hours per week, with new team members typically starting with fewer hours and building their schedule over time
- Additional weekday availability is a plus and may provide more hours
- Team members may set a maximum number of hours they wish to work per day/week
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 already completed
- Additional pay for advanced certifications (e.g., +$1 per visit 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.
Benefits
- Get 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