Employment Opportunities

At the present time, there is a position for a dog walker available.  We are now accepting applications. If you wish to apply, please do so by answering all the questions on the “Application Form” below.

PLEASE DO NOT CALL OUR VOICE OR EMAIL US regarding a response after applying. We will contact you via email if you meet the requirements.

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF:

You are not available to work Monday through Friday between the hours of 10:30am and 6:00pm on a consistent basis.

You are not available to sit dogs overnight at their homes for at least the length of a weekend and possibly more.

Location: Upper West Side of Manhattan from 66th Street to 115th Street between Central Park West and Riverside Drive.

Requirements:

  • Must be an obvious animal lover and absolutely adore dogs.
  • Must be naturally outwardly affectionate and gentle with animals.
  • Must be comfortable with dogs of all sizes.
  • Must be available to work between the hours 10:30am and 6:00pm, Monday through Friday on a consistent basis with no exceptions?
  • Must be available to sit dogs overnight at their homes for at least the length of a weekend and possibly more.
  • Must be responsible, reliable and punctual.
  • Must be at least 25 years of age and be physically fit and energetic.
  • Must not mind working outdoors in hot/humid and cold/wet weather.
  • Must have a clean and neat appearance but be comfortable getting dirty.
  • Must live within the five boroughs of New York City – Manhattan preferably.
  • Must have your own cell phone with the option to send & receive emails and texts on a daily basis.
  • Must own your own personal computer and be able to send and receive email on a daily basis.
  • Must be fluent in English – speaking, reading and writing.
  • Must have no criminal record and be willing to submit to a background check.
  • Must have proof of US citizenship or proof of legal status in the US available upon request.
  • Must have available a current photo to email us if and when we contact you to set up an interview.
  • Must commit to being available for this position for at least one full year.

Hourly training rates as follows:

  • $9/hour while training for up to four (4) weeks with an experienced staff member.
  • Salary will be discussed over the phone or in person.

TO APPLY: You must answer every question below and fill out all fields thoroughly and completely. If there is any important information missing, your application will be deleted.

Appplication Form
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  10. Which of these applies to you?
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  13. Does anything in your life require you to have the freedom to travel and/or take days off from work on a somewhat regular basis (acting jobs, music gigs, college, taking any type of classes)?
  15. Have you had any professional dog walking experience, especially in a city environment?
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  18. Are you definitely available to work between the hours 10:30am and 6:00pm, Monday through Friday on a consitant basis with no exceptions?
  20. Are you definitely able to handle the extremes of New York City weather such as hot/humid and cold/wet weather on a regular basis if necessary?
  22. Do you have any pets of your own that are in your care in your home presently?
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  25. Are you available to sit dogs overnight at their homes for at least the length of a weekend and possibly more?
  27. Would you be able to board at least one dog in your home for any length of time?
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  30. Do you own your own cell phone with the ability to send and receive emails and text messages?
  32. Do you own your own personal computer and are you able to send and receive email on a daily basis?
  34. Do you own a printer in order to be able to print what we email you when necessary?
  36. After all was said and done and you decided that you really wanted this job, if it were offered to you, would you be comfortable committing to this position for at least one full year?
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