OVERNIGHT PET SITTER | CERTIFIED PET PROFESSIONAL - Washington, DC Metro Area

DC Dog Sitter is a leading provider of professional pet care services in the DC Metro area. Focused on disrupting the status quo and bringing a higher level of care and interaction, we believe in being outside, getting fresh air, swimming, PFA's (Pet-Friendly AdventuresTM), running, playing, and doing hikes. DC Dog Sitter is redefining the pet care industry providing a hands-on, highly interactive, and engaging service that caters to each pet’s unique personality and temperament.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree is Preferred
• 21 years or older
• One to Three Years of Experience in the pet professional field
• License/Certification (Specify) or ability to complete our Certification Program (paid by DCDS)
• Be able to pass CPR and first aid certification classes (provided by DCDS)
• Maintain ongoing CEU’s (provided by DCDS)
• Available during core work hours of 10 am to 4 pm
• Be available some holidays and weekends
• Have reliable transportation and insurance (vehicle, bike, moped, vespa)
• Possess great communication skills and understand the importance of complete and grammatically correct sentences and timely responses
• Must love dogs and cats!
• Understand that taking care of animals is more than a job. It is a serious commitment and must be treated as such
• Have animal handling experience.
• Comfortable with all types, sizes, and breeds of dogs
• Be comfortable with feline friends
• Have excellent references
• Ability to follow instructions and meet a demanding schedule
• Have the physical ability to walk dogs and play with them
• Have your own mobile/smartphone with the ability to text, email, and send photos
• Be comfortable working outside in the rain, snow, and high and low temperatures
• Live in close proximity to the service area or be willing to commute

Benefits

• Base plus commission
• Earned paid time off
• Much more!