Hands N Paws is looking for dependable, animal-loving pros to join our full-time weekday pet care team.
If spending your days with wagging tails, happy purrs, and being trusted to care for pets in their homes sounds like your dream job, we want to hear from you.
Overview
Hands N Paws is seeking dedicated pet care professionals for a full-time weekday schedule.
The role involves visiting pets in their homes, following care plans, and documenting care.
This position is fast-paced and hands-on, with a focus on reliability, stamina, and attention to detail to keep pets safe, happy, and healthy while their humans are away.
Responsibilities
Follow Custom Care Plans – Provide feeding, meds, and activities exactly as instructed.
Arrive On Time – Keep pets on schedule for meals, walks, and potty breaks.
Ensure Safety – Secure leashes and gates and monitor each pet's health.
Provide Updates – Send real-time photos and notes through our app after each visit.
Earn Trust – Treat pets and homes respectfully, reporting concerns promptly.
Must-Have Qualifications
Valid License & Insured Vehicle (plus backup transport)
Clean Background Check (pass screening/references)
Smartphone Skills (comfortable with scheduling & documenting visits)
Physical Readiness (walk dogs, lift pets, handle energetic animals)
Compensation
Full-time weekday team members are paid 50% base commission on all pet services completed.
Rates include:
$12
(20-min visit) |
$*****
(30-min visit) |
$20
(45-min visit) |
$26
(60-min visit).
Earning Boosts:
$3–5 for multi-pet households
$10 for same-day requests
$15 for holidays
100% of tips (often $5–$20+)
Schedule & Expectations
Full-time weekday pet care is fast-paced and hands-on.
You'll often handle 6–8+ visits per day, follow precise care routines, manage active dogs, and document every detail of a pet's wellbeing — rain or shine.
Reliability, stamina, and attention to detail are key to keeping pets safe, happy, and healthy while their humans are away.
Ready to Apply?
If you have full-time weekday availability and meet all our criteria above, we'd love to have you join the Hands N Paws team.
Disclaimer: Hands N Paws is an equal opportunity employer.
Drug-free workplace.
E-Verify participant.
Application Questions (some optional)
Does your availability fully match the schedule listed in the job description?
Do you have a valid driver's license?
Do you have your own insured vehicle available for work?
Are you able and willing to travel to all areas within I-270, including Bexley, UA, Dublin, and Central Columbus?
Can you work in all weather conditions, including rain, snow, and extreme temperatures?
Are you comfortable walking large or high-energy dogs that may pull on leash?
Are you 18 years of age or older?
I understand that Hands N Paws pays per completed pet visit (50% commission + premium pay and tips).
Travel time, mileage, and transportation costs between visits are not separately compensated.
I have thoroughly reviewed the Hands N Paws job listing and confirm I can reliably meet every requirement - from scheduling to transportation to providing excellent pet care.
The following questions are entirely optional.
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