***Self Employed Role only - Mainly House Sitting duties***
Do you love dogs and enjoy spending time outdoors?
We Love Pets is looking for friendly, reliable, and professional dog walker to join our team in Hook and surrounding areas. This role is ideal for someone seeking flexible, part-time work with the added joy of spending time with animals.
About the role
As a dog walker, you’ll be responsible for providing fun, safe, and structured walks for dogs in your care. You’ll follow specific instructions from the branch manager and pet owners, ensure dogs are exercised and stimulated, and support our commitment to exceptional animal care.
As a pet sitter, you’ll look after pets in their own homes while their owners are away. Pet sitting visits may take place throughout the day, over weekends, or include overnight stays - you can choose the types of bookings that suit your availability.
You’ll follow the care routine provided, ensure pets are safe and happy, and provide updates to reassure owners. This may include caring for dogs, cats, small furries, reptiles or birds.
Responsibilities
· Walk dogs as scheduled (daily or weekly), either individually or in small groups
· Use appropriate equipment to ensure dogs’ safety and control at all times
· Follow routes and routines set by your manager or the pet owner
· Provide water, treats or meals if needed
· Clean up after dogs and dispose of waste properly
· Monitor each dog’s behaviour and health, reporting anything unusual
· Respect clients’ homes and follow instructions for access, security, and cleanliness
· Represent We Love Pets in a professional and friendly way
· Visit pets in their home for daytime sits, overnight stays, or holiday cover
· Follow feeding, exercise, medication, and care routines as instructed
· Keep pets company with cuddles, playtime and companionship
· Clean litter trays, cages, or feeding areas as needed
Requirements
· Love for dogs and a passion for animal welfare
· Reliable, punctual and trustworthy
· Comfortable walking in all weathers and handling a variety of dog breeds
· Experience with dogs is a bonus, but full training is provided
· Excellent time management and communication skills
· Access to reliable transport to travel between bookings
· Able to follow instructions and pay close attention to detail
· Confident caring for a variety of animals (full training provided)
· Comfortable working independently and travelling between bookings
What we offer
· Flexible hours to fit around your lifestyle
· Competitive hourly pay and night rate
· Full training in dog behaviour, first aid, and safety
· Ongoing support from a friendly, pet-loving team
· No pack walking – we prioritise care and safety with a max of four dogs per walk
How to apply:
Send your CV and a short cover letter to [email protected] or apply via our website: welovepets.care/careers/dog-walker-jobs.
For any questions, contact Jo Matthews on 07796653087.
We Love Pets is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse and inclusive team.
Pay: £12.71-£21.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- must have your own vehicle and valid driving license
- must live within the Basingstoke Hook or Farnham areas due to the travelling involved.
Work Location: On the road
