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United Pets is an established Force Free pet care company based in Vancouver, BC, providing premium care for dogs of all sizes and temperaments.

About the position:

**MUST HAVE A VEHICLE**

We are looking to hire one person to be our lead Group Walker and also cover private walks as the schedule allows. This person must have a vehicle that can safely carry up to 6 dogs, and know how to efficiently navigate pick ups/drop offs as well as manage the dogs at local off-leash parks. We work in all weather conditions; from January snow to August heat (with safety procedures for extreme weather). Being prepared for whatever Mother Nature throws at you will go a long way towards ensuring you enjoy long days outside with the dogs.

This is currently an independent contractor position, and we offer competitive rates to reflect this. Completing safety courses such as Pet First Aid will lead to higher compensation, as it shows an extra level of safety and knowledge.

The core walking hours are 10am – 3pm, Mon – Fri, but we do offer services in the 9am – 5pm range and beyond. 3 days a week minimum is preferred, Tues-Thurs especially.

Our service area is from Downtown, to Kits, to East Van, with group dogs being mostly in East Van to reduce drive time. We do not cross bridges/go to North or West Van for our groups.

What you’ll do day to day

Group Walks: Transport up to 6 dogs to the pre-determined off leash park, and monitor them off leash while taking photos and navigating the trails and passing other dogs.

Private Walks: Walk the dogs in their neighborhood, navigating traffic and other dogs to keep clients dog safe and enriched.

Notes: We are a Fear Free certified dog walking company, and it is incredibly important that the walkers we hire have the same values regarding tools/equipment. Many of our clients are working with local fear free/force free/positive reinforcement trainers and we do our best to follow science-backed information about handling and maintain consistency in the cues used to assist in their training goals. Many of our dogs are/were reactive at some point in their life and through consistent and positive handling we have seen large reductions in their reactivity, and we require new walkers to help us maintain this positive feedback and positive reinforcement history.

Experience

• Prior experience working with dogs or in a pet care environment is required, experience with reactive dogs preferred; enthusiasm and willingness to learn are essential
• Strong customer service skills to interact positively with pet owners and team members
• Ability to handle multiple dogs safely while maintaining control and calmness in various situations
• Comfortable working outdoors in different weather conditions
• Excellent communication skills to relay information clearly and professionally
• Clean driving record and access to a reliable and clean vehicle

This role is perfect for energetic individuals who love animals, enjoy working outdoors, and thrive in an independent setting. Join us to make a positive difference in the lives of pets and their owners every day!

Pay: $22.00-$27.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Flexible schedule

Application question(s):

• Do you own a vehicle that can safely carry up to 6 dogs? (If no, DO NOT APPLY)

Experience:

• PAID dog walking: 1 year (required)

Work Location: On the road