Join Our Team - Pet Care Professional Application

Section 1: Personal Information

Name * Required

Email

Phone * Required

Zip Code * Required

Neighborhood or Nearest Major Intersection: * Required

Note: We ask for your general location to help us match you with clients in your service area, minimizing your travel time and maximizing your availability.

Section 2: About You & Work Style

Tell us a little about yourself and why you're passionate about working with animals. * Required

What are you looking for in this role (e.g., a flexible side job, part-time income, a step toward an animal-focused career)? * Required

Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? * Required

Yes

No

Do you have a valid driver's license and reliable, insured transportation? * Required

Yes

No

Our work requires the utmost trust. Are you willing to undergo a criminal background check? * Required

Yes

No

Section 3: Animal Care Experience & Skills

Please describe your experience with animals, including personal pets, volunteer work, and any professional roles. * Required

What types of animals do you have direct, hands-on experience with? * Required

Dogs (All sizes)

Cats

Puppies / kittens

Senior pets

Birds

Small mammals (rabbits, hamsters, etc.)

Reptiles / Amphibians

Please check all of the following tasks you are confident and comfortable performing: * Required

Administering oral medications (pills/liquids)

Administering subcutaneous injections (e.g., insulin)

Caring for senior pets with mobility or incontinence issues

Managing the specific needs of young puppies or kittens

Handling large, strong dogs (over 75 lbs) that may pull on leash

Using patience and skill to work with anxious, shy, or fearful pets

Following detailed plans to manage separation anxiety

I am currently certified in Pet First Aid / CPR

Section 4: Services & Availability

Which of our services are you interested in providing? * Required

Dog Walking

Drop-In Visits

Overnight Care in a pet owner's home

Pet Boarding

What is your ideal number of hours per week? * Required

Please indicate your general availability. * Required

Weekday mornings (7-11am)

Weekday middays (11am-3pm)

Weekday evenings (3pm-9pm)

Weekday overnights at pet owner's home

Weekend mornings (7-11am)

Weekend middays (11am-3pm)

Weekend evenings (3pm-9pm)

Weekday overnights at pet owner's home

Are you available to work on and around major holidays? * Required

Your response is not a commitment to work these holidays, just an estimate of availability during our busiest times.

Thanksgiving weekend

Christmas Day and week of Christmas

New Year's Day and week of New Year's

July 4th

Spring break

Fall break

Memorial Day

Labor Day

Section 5: For Boarding Applicants Only

(If you are not interested in providing boarding services, you may skip this section.)

Please describe your home environment (e.g., house, apartment, quiet, active).

Do you have a securely fenced yard? If yes, please describe the fence (height, material) and how you ensure it's secure.

Do you have pets of your own? If yes, please list their species, breed, age, temperament, and if they are spayed/neutered.

How would you manage the introduction of a new boarding dog to your own pets (if any) and ensure a safe, low-stress environment for everyone?

Section 6: Final Steps

Please upload your resume. (optional but recommended)

Is there anything else you'd like us to know about your skills, experience, or why you'd be a great fit for our team?

Agreement: * Required

I certify that the information provided in this application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any misrepresentation or omission may be grounds for disqualification from consideration or termination of employment.

Yes

No