Part time daytime work with Northern Paws Dog Walking

Love dogs, fresh air, and staying active? Turn your love of animals into rewarding work with a supportive team.

Northern Paws provides personalized dog walking and pet care, focusing on one household at a time. We’re looking for a reliable, caring person to join our team in Upper Southwest Calgary.

This role is a great fit for someone looking for supplemental income who has regular weekday availability and enjoys being outdoors in every season.

Why Join Our Pack?

- Flexible daytime work based on your availability and client bookings
- Paid training and certification in Pet First Aid and CPR
- A supportive team that’s there when you need help
- Staff contests, team get togethers, and fun incentives
- An active workday filled with fresh air, wagging tails, and familiar furry faces

What You’ll Do
- Drive between clients’ homes and provide attentive, dependable pet care
- Take dogs for neighbourhood walks, trail adventures, and private off leash park visits
- Follow each dog’s care instructions and adapt to their personality, pace, and needs
- Provide indoor playtime, affection, treats, and fresh water
- Bring in packages and tidy small pet messes as needed
- Take photos and send thoughtful visit updates through our easy to use walker app
- Keep dogs safe and communicate any concerns promptly

Puppy cuddles are a perk, but this role also requires good judgment, punctuality, and confidence handling dogs who may pull or react to their surroundings.

Opportunities for Additional Hours

Team members can also earn extra income by helping introduce Northern Paws to the community through:
- Building relationships with local veterinary clinics and pet businesses
- Distributing posters, flyers, and free walk cards
- Attending pet related community events

Pay and Earning Potential
- $18.75 per 60 minute dog walk
- $15 per hour for marketing activities
- Client tips
- $25 referral bonus for each new client who signs up through your efforts





Most walkers earn approximately $180 to $1,000 per month, depending on their availability and the number of walks booked. Hours and earnings vary with client demand and are not guaranteed.

What You’ll Need

- Consistent availability on at least 3 weekdays between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM
- A home location within approximately 15 minutes of Upper Southwest Calgary
- A valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle
- A smartphone with mobile data for schedules, care instructions, and visit updates
- Comfort walking dogs in all weather conditions, including rain, snow, and cold
- The ability to safely manage dogs of different sizes, strengths, and energy levels
- Strong communication skills and a dependable, caring approach
- Respect for clients’ homes, privacy, and care instructions

A Team With Room for Different Backgrounds Our team includes students, active retirees, parents, freelancers, entrepreneurs, and people taking a break from corporate work. What brings us together is a love of dogs and a commitment to showing up for the pets and people who count on us.

Get to know our pack on Instagram @northernpawsdogwalking.

Ready to Apply?

Send us your resume and a short cover letter explaining why you’d be a great fit. Please include your neighbourhood and your regular weekday availability.

We’d love to meet you!

Job Type: Part time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Flexible schedule

Application question(s):
- This position requires a criminal record check prior to employment. Are you willing to get one?
- Are you confident walking large, high energy dogs?
- Why do you want to work for Northern Paws Dog Walking?
- How much do you need to make a month?

1. $100 +
2. $250 +
3. $500 +
4. $1000 +
5. $2500 +

- Do you have a valid driver's license, and a reliable vehicle with insurance?
- Our primary working hours are Monday to Friday 9am-3pm with some weekends between 11-3 as needed? When are you available?
- Are you over the age of 18?
- What neighbourhood do you live in (be specific)?

Work Location: On the road

📌 Dog Walker | Southwest Calgary
🏢 Northern Paws Dog Walking
📍 Calgary