EMPLOYMENT

Is this a good fit for you? Here are some details for you to consider:

Schedule

• We prefer candidates with early morning, midday, late afternoon, and evening/overnight availability.  We provide client services 7-days a week.
• Sitters are scheduled based on their availability and client demand. 

Location

• We primarily service an area within a 10-mile radius of Okemos. 
• A detailed map of our service area is available at Service Area – Prancing Poodle Pet Care | Greater Lansing, MI Area.
• We hire staff who live within or adjacent to our service area.

Compensation

• $12.48 – $30 / hour
• Workers Compensation Insurance
• Client gratuities
• Holiday upcharges
• Bonuses based on performance after one year of employment
• Promotional opportunities for motivated and dedicated staff
• Reimbursement for mileage

Required Skills and Experience:

• Pet Care Experience – personal, professional, or volunteer experience
• The ability to work with a variety of dog and cat breeds and sizes 
• Work experience in a demanding, detail-oriented position 
• High-level timeliness and accountability
• An eye for detail and a commitment to flawless execution
• Ability to work independently with minimal to no supervision
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and walk briskly for 60 minutes
• Have your own reliable and insured automobile
• Have a modern smartphone with unlimited data
• Patience and empathy for all animals: we are a fear-free/force-free business  

Responsible for the following:

• Providing care to animals (primarily dogs and cats), including playing, walking, feeding, waste removal, medication administration, and other tasks as needed
• Communicate with staff, clients, and management via voice, messaging, and email  
• Participate as a team member with company training, education, events, and programs
• Local marketing efforts in our service area

What else do you need to know?

We’re looking for passionate pet lovers who truly grasp the level of commitment our clients expect from us. Our work goes beyond just cuddling cute critters. Rain or shine, scorching heat or freezing cold, we’re out taking care of animals. You might find yourself hoisting a pooch up and down stairs, hauling heavy food bags, or hunting for a feline who has taken refuge in their favorite hiding place.  Cleaning up messes, dishing out meals, administering meds – we do it all, and then some, to ensure our clients’ peace of mind.

Reliability is key here. Our clients rely on us to care for their furry companions, and that means always being there for every assignment. This isn’t the kind of job where you can call in sick.

While this is part-time employment, we ask that you have reliable availability.  Our business requires adaptability, so expect your schedule to be dynamic. Our schedule revolves around our clients’ needs, which means we don’t work just 9 to 5. We’re on duty early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays. Hours can vary week-to-week, based on reservations.

Many of the pets we look after feel most comfortable with familiar faces. That’s why we strive to assign the same pet sitter to each client. Continuity builds trust, and our furry friends deserve nothing less. We ask our sitters to commit to at least 6 months with us to ensure stability for both pets and clients. If you foresee any major changes in your availability within this timeframe, it might be best to hold off on applying for now.