At Kate's K9, we take pride in the quality of our care - which makes us VA and MD’s #1 Pet Care Professionals! Kate's K9 is a member of the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters, Pet Sitters International, and the National Capital Area Professional Pet Sitters. If you have a passion for pets, we encourage you to apply.
The position:
- Pet Care Professional in Alexandria and nearby communities.
Compensation and reimbursement details:
$18 - $24 / hour (based on previous staff wages)
$1500 - $2500 / month
- 30-minute visits are paid at $14 per visit, but that rate will increase to $16 per visit within the first year. Most staff will gross $21 per hour.
- Higher pay for major holidays and short-notice requests.
- 100% Client Gratuity.
- Bonuses for client/staff referrals and reaching performance goals.
- Staff will receive bonuses for obtaining Pet First Aid and Pet CPR certifications.
- This work is offered as an independent contractor.
The responsibilities:
- Create a safe and positive walking environment for our client's dogs.
- Provide detailed and attentive care for our client's cats and other small animals (guinea pigs, gerbils, hamsters, etc.).
- Perform house-sitting duties as requested by the client.
- As needed, transport client pets.
- Candidates with evening, weekend, and holiday availability preferred.
- Client demand changes week to week; we ask that staff remain flexible.
Ideal candidates:- This role is designed to be part-time. Our peak business hours for dog walking are Monday through Friday, during the business day. Candidates who have flexible schedules with other professional/educational schedules will appreciate our work.
- Many of our staff members are freelancers, students, stay-at-home parents, and recently retired professionals. As long as you love pets, we are excited to explore your application.
- Candidates with prior professional or volunteer experience are encouraged to apply. Working at Kate's K9 Pet Care is an excellent way to start or develop a professional career with pets.
