Summer Pet Care Assistant
Shoreline Happy PawsJoin the Shoreline Happy Paws Pack – SUMMER EDITION!
Are you an animal lover home for the summer? We’re hiring fun, reliable Summer Dog Walkers & Pet Sitters to join our awesome team!
We are looking for seasonal team members based in:
Old Saybrook, Essex, Westbrook, Clinton, Madison, Deep River, Chester, Haddam, Higganum, Old Lyme, Lyme, East Lyme, Niantic, and Waterford.
This is a summer-only position running from May through late August. Please be very specific about your start/end date availability. If you’re looking for a year-round role, please apply to our other positions instead.
Why You’ll Love This Summer Job:
Flexible Hours: Create a consistent weekly schedule that works around your beach days.
Great Pay: $16.35–$22/hr + tips + mileage. Paid training included.
Perks: Pet CPR training, casual dress code, tech-friendly tools, and the chance to hang out with adorable pets.
Fun Team Vibes: Work with a supportive, animal-loving crew who will make this your favorite summer gig.
What You'll Do:
Provide dog walking, pet sitting, and care visits for our clients while they're busy at work (WFH or office) or away.
Ensure pet safety, happiness, and daily enrichment.
Work independently while staying connected with our team.
Requirements:
Be local and available throughout the summer (minimum availability: 8–10 weeks).
Live within our service area (please include your address).
Have a reliable, insured vehicle and a valid driver’s license.
Smartphone with photo/video/GPS capabilities.
Love animals! Experience is a plus but not required.
Comfortable with dogs and cats of all sizes.
Pass a background check.
Physically able to walk, bend, lift (up to 50 lbs), and handle dogs in all weather.