Pet Consultant / Dog Walker

Pickering & Ajax | Monday–Friday 8am- 4:30pm with occasional evenings/weekends

We are currently hiring a Pet Consultant to join our growing, dog-focused team in the Pickering/Ajax area.

This position requires the use of your own vehicle. You must be comfortable transporting dogs in your car. This is a mandatory requirement.

Position Responsibilities

Pick up and drop off dogs from clients’ homes for walks and play groups

Secure clients’ homes upon entry and exit

Follow special instructions and care requirements for each pet

Provide in-home pet sitting visits

Walk dogs outdoors in all weather conditions (15 minutes to 1 hour per walk)

Transport dogs to and from group play sessions when required

Provide exercise, potty breaks, love, and individualized attention

Ensure the safety of dogs, the public, and other animals at all times

Remove pet waste

Administer medication when required

Maintain control and leadership when walking multiple dogs

Take photos and/or videos of dogs for client updates

Refresh water, wipe paws, and provide treats

Communicate updates to management via text, including photos or videos

Record walk details (dogs walked, duration, and any concerns observed)

Track and submit work hours accurately

Ideal Candidate

Minimum 1 year of professional experience working with animals (dog daycare, professional dog walking, animal shelter, veterinary assistant, animal control, farm work, etc.)

Strong understanding of canine behaviour and body language





Confident handling large-breed, assertive, or challenging dogs

Physically fit and comfortable with a very active, outdoor job

Reliable, committed, and able to prioritize client dogs consistently

Must be bondable and willing to provide a criminal record check prior to starting (required due to entering clients’ homes)

Compensation

75% of walk revenue for weekday walks

80% of walk revenue for evenings and weekends

Contractor position — you are responsible for your own gas and vehicle maintenance

About Us

This job takes a special kind of person. We work rain or shine, and our walkers build long-term relationships with their own set of clients. Reliability is critical—if you frequently require time off for personal obligations, this role is not be the right fit.

We are a tight-knit team dedicated to the dogs first and foremost. We continually grow our knowledge through certifications in dog handling and behaviour, share expertise, and support one another.

If you are passionate about dogs, dependable, and looking to be part of a professional, committed team, we’d love to hear from you

Please apply if this sounds like the group you belong with.

Job Types: Full time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $23.00-$40.00 per hour

Application question(s)

- Do you own a vehicle?
- Are you able to provide a criminal record check?
- Are you flexible for evening or weekend work?
- Are you available 8am- 4:30pm mon- friday for work?

Work Location: In person

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