Dog Walker & Pet Sitter

Love animals? Don’t want to be confined to a desk job? Enjoy time outdoors? Suburban Pets is looking for dependable, compassionate individuals to join our growing team of professional dog walkers and pet sitters.

What You’ll Do:

• Walk dogs in neighborhoods across Long Island
• Feed and care for dogs, cats, and other small pets
• Scoop litter boxes and clean up after pets
• Administer medications as needed
• Provide love, attention, and peace of mind to pet parents

What You Need:

• A valid driver’s license
• A reliable vehicle
• A smartphone (to check in and receive schedules)
• The ability to walk 1–2 miles per visit
• No allergies to dogs, cats, or other household pets

Why Suburban Pets?

We’re a Long Island-based company passionate about providing top-tier care for pets while their owners are away. Our team is made up of pet lovers just like you—dedicated, reliable, and trusted by pet parents across the region. From midday walks to vacation pet sitting, we give clients peace of mind and give pets the care they deserve.

This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to make tails wag and pet parents smile.

Interested?

Apply now and become part of a team that’s redefining pet care on Long Island. We can’t wait to meet you (and your favorite four-legged friend)!

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Address

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Email Address

Do you check email at least once a day?

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Available Start Date:

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May we do a criminal and background check on you?

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Sign here to give your authorization:

Do you have reliable transportation?

YesNo

Do you have any physical limitations that would hinder your performance in the position applied for?

YesNo

Please explain any physical limitations you have that might hinder your performance?

Do you own any pets?

YesNo

What types of pets do you own?

Have you done any pet care in the past?

YesNo

What type of pet care have you done in the past?

Do you have rain gear that will keep you dry?

YesNo

Do you feel comfortable driving/walking in inclement weather?

YesNo

Are you 20 years or older?

Yes

No

Do you have any allergies to pets?

Yes

No

If so, please list your allergies.

Pet/Housesitting References

Reference 1) Name

Reference 1) Phone

Reference 1) Types of pets/overnights or visits?

In case of emergency NOTIFY:

Emergency Contact: Name

Emergency Contact: Phone

PREVIOUS JOB EXPERIENCE

Please list your present employer, and last 2 previous employers and employment duration.

Present Employer: Name

Present Employer: Phone

Present Employer: Duration/Reason for leaving

Past Employer 1) Name

Past Employer 1) Phone

Past Employer 1) Duration/Reason for leaving

Past Employer 2) Name

Past Employer 2) Phone

Past Employer 2) Duration/Reason for leaving

May we contact the above employers for a reference?

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By signing below I agree that the above information is accurate:

Date of signature:

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List 3 words that would describe why you would make a great pet sitter or dog walker:

Do you have any credit, criminal, or driving offenses?

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Please explain any credit, criminal, or driving offenses you have:

Check here if you have another job/source of income

Check here if you have another job/source of income

Describe your other job/source of income:

How many hours per week do you work at your present job?

Please list approximate hours per week you are available: ___________/per week.

Please check what animals you feel comfortable and/or have experience caring for:

Dogs

Cats

Rabbits

Birds

Horses

Snakes

Hamster/Guinea Pig

Lizards

Small Farm Animals

Please tell us why you are interested in this position

Please sign the auto liability release form below for dog walking:

I have a vehicle that is ‘dog-friendly.’ I agree not to hold Suburban Pets and/or clients liable for any damage should any damage occur to my vehicle while transporting dogs.

Signature

Date of signature

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Print Full Name

Make/Model of car:

If you do NOT wish to transport dogs in your car, please sign below:

I am aware that I can walk the dog in the immediate neighborhood, and therefore, will NOT transport dogs in my car.

Signature

Date of signature

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Print Full Name

Dog Walker Schedule Availability:

Please list the hours you are available on the days below for dog walking. This will help us determine how we can best work together in the future. Please list the hours that you expect to be available for dog walking for the next six months. Thank you!

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Vacation dates I have already scheduled:

Areas I would consider for walking on the days I have included above:

Applicant: Please check the boxes of all the cities near your home/work.

Merrick, Bellmore, East Meadow, Westbury

Levittown, Hicksville, Bethpage

Seaford, Wantagh, Massapequa, Massapequa Park

Amityville, Copiague, Lindenhurst, Babylon

Farmingdale, Old Bethpage

Plainview, Syosset, Melville

Holiday Availability:

Please check the boxes of ALL the holidays that you ARE available to do pet sitting:

President’s Day

Easter

Memorial Day

4th of July

Thanksgiving

Christmas

New Year’s

Will your schedule allow you to work with Suburban Pets for at least six months?

YesNo

If no, I am available until:

I already know I am not available to pet sit or dog walk during the dates listed below: