Pet Sitter Job Description

A pet sitter is an individual or company that provides in-home care for pets, usually on a temporary basis.

The business of pet sitting is promoted as a worthwhile activity for young professionals and retirees who do not wish to relinquish the responsibility of caring for a pet to a relative or friend.

Job Brief:

We’re looking for a Pet Sitter to help us take care of our beloved animals while we’re away on vacation. The ideal candidate will be someone who is reliable, trustworthy, and loving. They should also be comfortable taking care of multiple pets at once. If you think you would be a good fit for this position, please contact us!

Pet Sitter Duties:

• Maintain a clean and orderly environment for pets and owners
• Protect pets from danger by supervising them appropriately
• Ensure proper feeding habits and exercise
• Provide companionship to pets
• Assist with training pets

Pet Sitter Responsibilities:

• Manage and supervise pet sitting schedule, including daily, weekly, and seasonal duties
• Provide one-on-one playtime and socialization for pets
• Create, maintain, and update pet profile documents including feeding, medication, and playtime recommendations
• Develop and update pet care sheet for each pet
• Meet new clients and build a trusting relationship with them
• Understand client’s preferences and routines
• Maintain a clean and safe environment around pets
• Create and pre-schedule a schedule of duties for each pet
• Ensure that pets are adequately supervised at all times, including during feeding, medication, playtime, and after exercise
• Provide clients with a detailed daily report
• Perform any other duties as assigned

Requirements And Skills:

• Experience working with animals
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds
• Highly observant and observant
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• Ability to avoid personal conflicts
• Ability to work independently, yet also collaborate with others
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees

We believe in equal opportunity at our company and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive team. We encourage applications from people of all races, religions, national origins, genders, and ages, as well as veterans and individuals with disabilities.