Join the Pack — We’re Hiring!
We’re so excited that you’re interested in joining Walk This Way Pet Care as a Professional Pet Care Provider in Richmond and surrounding areas.
Before you begin your application, please take a moment to review a few important things about this position.
What We’re Looking For
This role is perfect for people who:
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Love animals and want to spend their day with them
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Enjoy working outdoors and staying active
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Thrive working independently while still being part of a supportive team
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Are looking for part-time supplemental income (up to ~15 hours per week)
Our team members spend their days walking dogs, caring for pets in clients’ homes, sending photo updates to pet parents, and making tails wag all across Richmond.
Before You Apply
Please make sure you meet these basic requirements:
✔ 18 years or older
✔ Reliable personal vehicle and valid driver’s license
✔ Smartphone with data and camera
✔ Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
✔ Comfortable handling dogs up to 100 lbs
✔ Able to commit to at least 6 months with the team
✔ Able to reliably travel to Richmond + Surrounding areas (we currently service: Midlothian, Bon Air, Short Pump, Henrico, Powhatan, N Chesterfield, Richmond and Chester)
A Quick Reality Check
This job is amazing — but it’s also real work.
You’ll be outside in rain, heat, or cold, walking energetic dogs, cleaning up the occasional mess, and driving between client homes. If that sounds like a great day to you… you’ll probably love it here.
Why You'll Love Working With Us
🐾 Build Real Fur-iendships
Every day you’ll build real relationships with dogs, cats, and other pets who quickly learn that you’re their favorite visitor. Many of the pets we care for wait by the door for our team to arrive.
🌟 Make a Difference
Our work helps pets stay active, stimulated, and happy while their families are busy. The visits we provide are often the highlight of a pet’s day, and our team plays a meaningful role in their health and wellbeing.
🚶♀️ Get Paid to Stay Active
If you enjoy being outdoors, this job is for you. Spend your days walking dogs, exploring neighborhoods, and getting fresh air while staying active.
💰 Flexible Supplemental Income
This position is ideal for people looking for part-time work with flexibility. Most team members work multiple 4-hour weekday shifts, totaling up to about 15 hours per week.
🎉 Additional Perks
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Starting pay: $16.50/hour + tips
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Flexible weekday hours
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Paid training and hands-on education
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Liability insurance, bonding, and workers’ compensation coverage
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20% staff discount on services
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$25 referral bonuses for new clients or hires
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Relaxed work environment (comfy clothes encouraged)
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And of course… unlimited puppy kisses
How to Apply and become a pet care pawfessional
Step 1
Fill out our Join the Pack Application Form below.
Step 2
If you seem like a fit, we’ll contact you to schedule a friendly meet-up and orientation.
Step 3
Join our team — caring for pets, easing worries, and delivering smiles, one paw-step at a time.
Walk This Way is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome all applicants who are passionate, motivated, and eager to reimagine professional pet care — in a culture that values trust, connection, and fun.