Description

As a Dog Walker with Just Happy Dogs, you\\\'ll provide reliable, caring walks for our clients\\\' dogs in their neighborhoods across Westchester and surrounding counties. You\\\'ll be a trusted extension of our small, values-driven team - someone dogs look forward to seeing and owners feel completely comfortable with.

What We\\\'re Looking For

• Genuine love for dogs - all sizes, breeds, and temperaments
• Experience handling dogs, especially in outdoor/on-leash environments
• Calm, patient demeanor - our clients include reactive and anxious dogs
• Reliable transportation within our service areas
• Smartphone with the ability to use walk-tracking and communication apps
• Ability to work independently and manage your own schedule
• Physical fitness - you\\\'ll be on your feet, rain or shine

Bonus Points

• Fear Free or positive reinforcement training knowledge
• Pet first aid certification (or willingness to get one)
• Experience with reactive dogs or dogs with behavioral needs
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) - a plus for our diverse client base

Compensation

• Competitive per-walk rate (discussed during interview)
• Flexible scheduling - great for students, animal care pros, or anyone who loves dogs as a side gig or career

About Us

Just Happy Dogs is a cage-free, crate-free, kennel-free pet care company based in Peekskill, NY - right across from Depew Park. We\\\'re fully insured, bonded, Fear Free Certified, and proud members of NAPPS. We believe every dog deserves to feel safe, happy, and loved - and we\\\'re looking for someone who shares that belief.

Just Happy Dogs LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct solo or small-group walks (we keep things intimate - max 4 dogs at a time)
• Provide GPS-tracked walk updates and post-walk reports with photos for pet parents
• Adhere to each dog\\\'s individual needs, preferences, and any behavioral notes
• Handle dogs with patience and calm, especially anxious or reactive dogs
• Communicate clearly and promptly with the owner/team before, during, and after walks
• Maintain safety at all times - leash handling, traffic awareness, off-leash protocol