Pet Sitting & Dog Walking Jobs in San Diego

Looking for a Pet Sitter or Dog Walker job near San Diego, CA?

Pet sitting and dog walking for BeLoved Pet Sitting is a great way to earn extra income and is a truly rewarding career choice if you have an inherent love for dogs, cats, birds, lizards, fish or bunnies.

Becoming a pet sitter with us is about more than taking a dog out for a walk, looking after someone else’s fur baby is a BIG responsibility, which we take very seriously. We use our app to report to our clients on the welfare of their home and animals, their peace of mind is our top priority and attention to detail is everything.

We offer pet sitting, dog walking, feedings, medication administration and backyard/litter cleanup.

If you have an extremely flexible schedule, own a smartphone, love animals and prefer an active lifestyle, then becoming a pet sitter is the right fit for you!

We are seeking a dedicated Dog Walker & Pet Sitter to join our team. The ideal candidate should have a passion for animals and enjoy spending time outdoors while providing excellent care to our furry clients. This is a W-2 employee position.

Availability

We’re seeking individuals with flexible availability, including the willingness to work 4+ of the following shifts per week:

Split Shifts: 7:30 AM–10:00 AM and 5:00 PM–8:00 PM, any day of the week
Midday Shift: 9:00 AM–2:00 PM, Monday to Sunday
We ask for a minimum commitment of four days per week and at least 10 hours weekly.
Applicants must be able to commit to a 12-month term.
Please note: seasonal or short-term availability (such as summer-only work) applicants will not be considered.

Responsibilities

Walk dogs of various breeds, including large dogs that pull
Ensure the safety and well-being of each pet in your care
Provide fresh water, medication and food as needed
Clean up after dogs during walks, clean up backyards and clean litter boxes
Follow specific feeding and med instructions provided by pet owners regarding their pets
Report any health or behavioral concerns to the pet owner or supervisor

Do You?

Have experience caring for your own pets or other’s pets?
Have a flexible schedule and can work on short notice?
Want to work 10-20 hours per week?
Have a reliable car with current insurance, license, and registration? Required.
Own a smartphone with a large data plan? Required.

Are You?

Physically fit to walk at least 3 miles per day?
Comfortable driving 30+ miles per day to 6 different homes? This job requires a vehicle.
Capable of handling dogs of all breeds and sizes, including big, untrained dogs that pull?
Willing to take online courses in animal behavior, CPR, and First Aid?
Available to work the required 6-hour shifts during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's weeks? (These are the busiest weeks of the year for us.)
Comfortable with cleaning litter boxes, cages, pee pads, and backyard waste?

Our furry clients are primarily located in:

Chula Vista (70%)
Imperial Beach (20%)
North Park/South Park (10%)
We drive about 30 miles per shift to approximately 6 houses.

Pay Example:

$8.88 per 30-minute walk

~$4.44 for 15 minutes of paid drive time per home

~$4.20 per home for gas reimbursement (tax free)

~$3.00 in tips per walk (average)

Average Total: ~$20.52 per 30 min dog walk/visit

Additional Benefits:

Potential $16.90 Split Shift Bonus when you work morning & night in the same day
Paid sick leave
SalSavers IRA access
Paid training hours
Paid Pet CPR Course
Tax free gas reimbursement $.72 a mile
Holiday bonuses
Flexible shifts
Tips (Not pooled because you deserve to keep the money you earned)

THIS IS NOT A SUMMER JOB, APPLICANTS MUST BE SEEKING TO COMMIT TO 12 MONTHS. DO NOT APPLY IF YOU CAN NOT COMMIT TO 12 MONTHS OF EMPLOYMENT WITH US.
YOU MUST HAVE A VEHICLE, DRIVER'S LICENSE AND CAR INSURANCE FOR THIS POSITION.
READ THIS JOB LISTING IN FULL BEFORE APPLYING. WE TOSS ABOUT 95% OF APPLICATIONS FOR FAILURE TO READ THE JOB LISTING.

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