Adventure Dog Leader

Shoreline Happy Paws is a dynamic and fun-loving pet care company dedicated to providing top-notch services to pet parents in our service area.

We are seeking a highly motivated and animal-loving individual to join our team as a Dog Leader. As a Dog Leader, you will be responsible for providing exceptional care and companionship to our furry clients, ensuring their safety, love, and reliable care.

• Provide dog walking, dog hiking, pet sitting, cat care, exotics/critter care, and overnight care services to pet parents in our service area.
• Ensure the safety, love, and reliable care of the pets we serve, providing peace of mind to their owners.
• Work independently most of the time but with the support of a management team to liaise with for emergencies and questions.
• Use common sense and discernment when making decisions in the field.

• Must reside within our service area.
• Own a reliable, registered, and fully insured dog-safe vehicle with a valid Driver's License and be able to transport dogs in said vehicle.
• Possess a smartphone with photo/video/GPS capability and be able to multitask on it.
• Must adore animals; formal experience not required but highly sought after.
• Be comfortable caring for both cats and dogs. Experience with not-so-common-pets is highly appreciated (rabbits, hedgehogs, fish, chinchillas, ferrets, etc).
• Pass a background check.
• Be able to maintain a brisk walking pace for up to 6 hours (non-consecutive) per day in any type of weather (rain, snow, heat).
• Be able to squat down and bend over multiple times per hour (putting on a dog harness, picking up poop, kneeling to scoop litter boxes).
• Be able to lift up to 50 pounds and comfortable handling dogs over 50 pounds.
• Be able to safely hold dogs on leash and pick up dog poop at the same time, with good balance and coordination.

• Flexible hours: set your own schedule—morning, noon, or night.
• Great pay: earn $15.69-$22/hr, plus tips and mileage. Min wage is for sleepovers with dogs, literally.
• Perks galore: get paid training, Pet CPR certification, holiday pay, bonuses, continued education benefits, and even a Costco membership.
• Career growth: opportunities to advance and become a Dog Trainer, Groomer, or Pet CPR Instructor with our Continuing Education stipend.
• Easy tech: manage everything at work from your cellphone through Slack and our CRM.
• Chill vibes: wear casual clothes and enjoy a laid-back atmosphere.
• Awesome team: we're serious about pets but love to have fun—our staff are the best people ever.
• Protection: as an employee, you're protected by our liability insurance, bonding, auto insurance, and workmen's compensation insurance.

Apply now and become part of our pack and spend time with all these derpy faces.