Hi my name is Stefanie, you may recognize me as I am on the SCC cover for the Veterinary program. I’m an Licensed Veterinary Technician as well as CEO of Paws & Claws Pet Sitting LLC.
We are looking for members to join or very fast and thriving pet sitting and dog walking team.
Our team must be reliable, trustworthy, and have a passion to help animals.

Job entails sometimes long hours with strict scheduled appointments. Making sure to take your time at each clients home and ensure pet is receiving the proper care, attention and services.

Must be comfortable driving and have own transportation.

Salary is dependent on how well job requirements are met.

This is far from an easy job,requires a lot of labor, responsibility, good time management, trust and liability.

Experience:
- Previous experience working with animals, particularly dogs, is preferred
- Knowledge of basic animal care and handling techniques
- Familiarity with different breeds and their specific needs
- Ability to handle dogs of various sizes and temperaments
- Experience in pet sitting, veterinary care, dog training, or pet grooming is a plus
- Comfortable with heavy lifting (e.g., carrying large bags of dog food)

Experience is ideal, but willing to train.

Responsibilities:

-Provide pet care during all times of day including overnight care in clients home.
- Walk dogs on a regular basis, ensuring their safety and well-being
- Provide exercise and mental stimulation for dogs during walks
- Follow specific instructions from pet owners regarding their pet's care and behavior
- Monitor Pet's for any signs of distress or illness and report any concerns to the owner
- Clean up after pet's during walks and dispose of waste properly

-Medicate pets

-Basic cleaning in clients home ( sweeping, mopping, washing bowls, pet laundry).
- Maintain a professional and friendly demeanor with clients and their pets

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Continuing education credits
• Flexible schedule
• On-the-job training

Compensation package:

• Tips

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• On call
• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed

Travel requirement:

• Travel
• Up to 100% travel

Application Question(s):

• Do you have reliable transportation and license?
• Are you over the Age of 18 years?
• Will you be willing to work holidays and weekends?
• What experience do you have caring for animals? Please list examples.
• Have you worked as a pet sitter/dog walker in past? If so which and for how long?
• How do you feel about cleaning after pets in our care? (sweeping, mopping, dishes, pet laundry?)
• Do you have experience medicating pets? If so please explain.
• Will you be willing to provide overnight pet sitting services?

Experience:

• Pet sitting: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Suffolk County, NY (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Suffolk County, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Required)

Work Location: On the road