Dog Walker & Pet Sitter
About this role
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Training & development
Love animals? Enjoy fresh air and sunshine? This might be your dream job!
At Woofie’s of Lakewood Ranch-Parrish, pets are family—and we treat them that way. From energizing walks to cozy in-home pet sitting, we provide personalized, loving care that keeps pets happy and pet parents worry-free. Every visit is about trust, compassion, and plenty of tail wags. If your happy place includes wagging tails and purring pals, keep reading—we want to meet you!
Why You’ll Love Working with Us:
- Create Your Own Schedule – You decide when you're available.
- Earn Per Visit + Tips – Great service = happy clients = more tips!
- Paid Training Provided – No experience? No problem. We’ll guide you every step.
- Work Solo, With Support – You’re independent but never alone.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Taking dogs out for fun, safe walks that keep tails wagging.
- Providing personalized care and companionship for pets in their homes.
- Following detailed instructions for meals, meds, and special needs.
- Noticing and reporting changes in pet behavior or health.
- Logging each visit in our easy-to-use mobile app (GPS-tracked).
- Building trust with clients through warmth, professionalism, and reliability.
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience is a plus, but genuine love for animals is a must!
- Dependability – Our clients and their pets count on you.
- Excellent communication – Keep pet parents in the loop with clear, friendly updates.
- Comfortable with all breeds and sizes – Big dog energy? Bring it on.
- Physically capable – You may need to assist or lift pets occasionally.
- Smartphone, reliable car, and valid driver’s license required.
- Willingness to travel locally throughout Lakewood Ranch, Parrish, Sarasota and nearby areas.
This isn’t just a job—it’s a lifestyle for people who want flexibility, fulfillment, and time with furry friends. Whether you're a student, retiree, stay-at-home parent, or just someone with a passion for pets, we offer a rewarding opportunity that fits into your life.
You are applying for work with a franchisee of Woofie’s, not Woofie’s Franchising SPE, LLC, or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be your only employer. Franchisees are independent business owners who are solely responsible for their own employees.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Compensation: $16.00 - $24.00 per hour
Company at a glance
Join the first-of-it's-kind pet care business with a proven reputation for excellence. Woofie's is the only franchise system in the $100 Billion+ pet care industry to offer the combined services of pet sitting, dog walking, and mobile pet spa services. This unique, blended offering enables you to promote and cross-sell multiple services to your clients and bolster your overall business growth with recurring revenue streams.
Founded2004
Team Size11-50 employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustryPet Services
Location
Manatee County, Florida, United States
Websiteownawoofies.com
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Top Benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Training & development
- Paid training
- Tips
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