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Tailchasers

Dog Walker | Part-Time Midday Weekdays 10am-3pm Long Grove and Buffalo Grove

Tailchasers, Buffalo Grove, Illinois, United States, 60089

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Midday Dog Walker – Long Grove & Buffalo Grove, IL Company:

Tailchasers Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM–3:00 PM Pay:

$18–$20 per hour, based on experience

Do you love dogs and enjoy being outdoors? Tailchasers is looking for a

reliable, animal-loving Midday Dog Walker

to join our team in

Long Grove and Buffalo Grove, IL .

About the Role As a Midday Dog Walker, you’ll provide

weekday dog walks and potty breaks

while pet parents are at work. This position is perfect for

stay-at-home parents, college students with daytime availability, part-time workers, or retirees

looking for rewarding, active work.

Key Responsibilities

Visit clients’ homes in Long Grove and Buffalo Grove between

10:00 AM and 3:00 PM

Provide

30–60 minute walks , potty breaks, fresh water, and lots of affection

Follow each dog’s specific routine and any special instructions

Send brief

updates and photos

to pet parents after each visit

Communicate any concerns or unusual behavior to the Tailchasers office

What Tailchasers Offers

$18–$20 per hour

A

consistent weekday midday schedule

Training and ongoing support from a friendly, professional team

A job that keeps you

active, outdoors, and away from a desk

The chance to build lasting relationships with regular dogs and their families

You’re a Great Fit If You

Live in or very near

Long Grove or Buffalo Grove, IL

Are available

Monday–Friday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Have a

reliable car , valid driver’s license, and auto insurance

Are comfortable with

dogs of all sizes and breeds

Are responsible, punctual, and detail-oriented

Can work independently and communicate clearly via smartphone

Can pass a

background check

Preferred (Not Required)

Previous experience as a

dog walker, pet sitter, vet tech , or in other animal care roles

Personal experience caring for your own pets

For every PT member of our amazing team, you receive:

Animal behavior training and the experience you need to advance your pet care career

Free PUPPY KISSES

Pet first aid certification

Liability insurance, bonding, and workman's compensation for your protection

EMPLOYEE INCENTIVES and other DISCOUNTS ON PET CARE AND SUPPLIES!

Position Details This position works well for Moms, servers, artists, Uber and Lyft drivers, bus drivers, retail workers, dog trainers, students, musicians, delivery drivers, tutors, and retirees.

Here is what we ask you to do:

You will be responsible for walking, feeding, watering, and keeping dogs safe and secure.

Have the ability to communicate via smartphone using our company app. Walk your regularly scheduled doggies on your route Monday through Friday from 10am until 3pm.

Some basic job requirements:

US citizen or legally authorized to work in the US

Over 21 years of age

Able to pass a background check

Local full-time resident of our service area

Comfortable handling both large and small dogs

Comfortable walking outdoors in various weather conditions

Able to lift 50 lbs without assistance

Able to commit to this position for 12 months from date of hire

Available all weekdays from 10am to 3pm

Possess your own reliable transportation

Tailchasers has been a leader in the pet care industry since 2004, and we offer management support and thorough training to make sure you feel confident in your ability to care for the pets on your route.

We have the most amazing staff in the industry, and we can't wait to welcome you to our team!

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