Experienced Dog Walker

Paws for Walks Chicago is a premium pet care company that is more than dog walking and pet sitting. We are dedicated to pet safety first, then we have lots of tail waggin' fun! We are a women and LGBTQ+ owned company that is committed to excellent pet care as well as building up a staff of excellent pet-care specialists. Our employees enjoy a work culture that promotes physical and mental health & happiness for that of our staff and our pup clients.

We have been providing individual dog walks, overnight care, cat visits, and boarding in Chicago since 2013.

• Lincoln Park
• Lakeview East
• Gold Coast
• Old Town
• River North
• Streeterville
• Lakeshore East
• West Town
• Loop
• South Loop
• West Loop

• Provide enriching playtime whether inside with cats or outside on walks with dogs for the full duration of the service
• Follow agreed upon routes and schedules dictated by human clients
• Monitor pets throughout the visit and report anything necessary requested by human clients
• Provide water, food, and treats as requested by human clients
• Clean up after pets and dispose of waste properly during walks
• Compose thoughtful and detailed messages to clients at the end of each visit requested by human clients
• Maintain a friendly and professional demeanor with clients and their pets

• Previous pet-care experience preferred
• Comfortable handling dogs of all sizes and working with cats (on occasion)
• Local full-time resident of our service area or can commute to service areas
• Physical stamina and ability to lift 50lbs
• Comfortable walking in various elements, such as rain, snow, and hot weather
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Willing to commit to the position on a long term basis
• US citizen or legally authorized to work in the US, must have SSN
• 21 years of age or older
• Able to submit to and pass a background check
• Has a smartphone with a reliable data plan
• Online & Field training $16hr
• 20min visit $13 + tips
• 30min visit $14 + tips
• 45min visit $16 + tips
• 60min visit $18 + tips
• Part-time work needed
  - You tell us your hours you want to work and we will schedule you for walks during the times you give us.
• Extra pet rate - additional $2/visit
• After hours rate - additional $2/visit
• Holiday rate - additional $10/visit
• Overnight care in clients home 12 hours- $70 + tips
• Boarding 1 dog in your home 24 hours- $90 + tips
• Daycare 1 dog in your home 9am-5pm- $40 + tips
• Raise is contingent on performance
• $10 Bonus for positive online reviews
• $10 Bonus for signing up new clients
• Animal behavior training and pet first aid certification
• Raise, performance and bonus structure
• Paid training both online and in the field
• Company provided CTA passes when Full-Time
• Free PUPPY KISSES!

Monday-Friday or Mon-Thur 9-2, 1-6, 4-9

Saturday-Sunday 7-11am, 11-3, 4-9

Overnight care in dogs homes: 8pm-8am

Daycare in your home: 9-5 or as client requests

Dog boarding in your home: client will dictate time

This position works well as a second job for many in the service or gig industry, as well as retirees looking for part-time work.