Dog Walker / Pet Carer
- Job Type: Part-Time
- Town or City: Northampton
- Listed: October 26, 2011 12:18 am
- Expires: This ad has expired
Description
Job Overview
Doggies Day Out is currently looking to expand into the city of Northampton and as such requires dedicated dog walkers. We currently look to do 2 one hour walks between the hours of 11am and 3pm but our requirements can be adapted to suit applicants needing to collect children from school. Our walks are designed to give the dogs a full one hour walk in the company of other dogs which benefits them both physically and socially. We vet all dogs before accepting them as customers and do not accept any with aggressive tendancies or major behavioural issues. If practicable walks will be conducted using bridleways and dog friendly areas. It would be preferable to have suitable transport for dog collection / drop off.
Duties and Responsibilities
The main duty is to ensure dogs are walked for an hour in a manner that keeps them safe whjilst giving them a good level of exercise. The successful applicant will be responsible for the collection and drop off of all dogs as well as their walk. A single walker is not permitted to walk any more than 4 dogs at a time. The pay structure will be based on the fact you will be a self employed sub-contractor meaning a set rate will be paid per dog. (Full details in relation to being self employed will be given to any successful applicants).
Skills / Qualifications / Experience Required
No formal qualifications required. Experience / knowledge of dogs is essential. All succesful applicants will have to be criminal record checked and references must be provided. Full training will be given. A driving licence and suitable transport would be an advantage.
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