Weekday Dog Walker

Experienced Dog Walker?
Looking for Something More Stable?

If you've been walking dogs through an app, you already know the challenges.

Unpredictable schedules. Last-minute cancellations. Competing for walks. Working alone when something unexpected happens.

It doesn't have to be that way.

At The Monster Minders, we've built a different kind of dog walking company. One where employees have consistent weekday schedules, dependable paychecks, support from local managers, and the opportunity to build lasting relationships with the dogs they care for.

About The Monster Minders

We're a family-owned Philadelphia business that's been walking dogs since 2005.

Over the last 20 years, we've completed nearly one million walks and earned multiple Best of Philly awards by doing one thing really well: taking exceptional care of dogs and the people who love them.

Most of our employees stay for years, not months, and we're looking for someone who wants to build a long-term career with us.

The Position

We're looking for a dependable Dog Walker to complete 8 to 10 weekday walks throughout Center City Philadelphia.

Our employees are compassionate, reliable, and professional. If you enjoy working independently while knowing support is only a phone call away, you'll fit right in.

What You'll Do

• Complete 8 to 10 dog walks each weekday
• Safely handle dogs of different sizes, breeds, and personalities
• Travel between clients' homes throughout Center City
• Follow each dog's care instructions carefully
• Write thoughtful visit updates and communicate professionally with clients
• Work comfortably in all types of weather, from summer heat to winter snow
• Participate in paid training and occasional paid staff meetings

What We're Looking For

• Experience handling dogs in an urban environment
• Strong written communication skills
• Reliability, professionalism, and attention to detail
• The ability to work independently and manage a field-based schedule
• The physical ability to comfortably walk 6 to 7 hours throughout the workday
• Reliable transportation (bike, scooter, motorcycle, or car)
• Comfort working outdoors year-round in a variety of weather conditions
• Confidence handling dogs of different sizes, breeds, and energy levels
• A commitment to staying in the position for at least one year

Benefits

• Employee position (W-2), never independent contractor work
• Competitive pay plus tips and direct deposit
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Workers' compensation coverage
• Paid training and ongoing support
• Consistent weekday schedule with established clients
• Optional staff social events throughout the year

Why People Stay

Our employees aren't constantly refreshing an app looking for their next walk.

They have established schedules, dependable income, supportive managers, and clients who genuinely appreciate them.

If you're ready to leave the gig economy behind and join a company where dog walking is treated as a real profession, we'd love to hear from you.

There is a better way to walk dogs.