How much does a Dog Walker make in the United States? The average Dog Walker salary in the United States is $33,647 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $27,482 and $41,990. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Dog Walker Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Dog Walker Salary $21,870 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Dog Walker Salary $27,482 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Dog Walker Salary $33,647 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Dog Walker Salary $41,990 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Dog Walker Salary $49,587 US March 26, 2024
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What is a Dog Walker ?

Dog walking is the act of a person walking with a dog, typically from the dog's residence and then returning. Both owners and pets receive many benefits, including exercise and companionship....

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Just Around The Corner, Inc. - Plymouth , MA
Since 2008, Just Around The Corner Dog Walking and Pet Sitting has been Plymouth's premier dog walking company! We have been voted Readers' Choice, Best of Plymouth for six years in a row. We also were voted Best of Pet Care Provider in South Shore Living in 2017. We believe in training and continuing education for our motivated employees. We are also members of Pet Sitters International. We are now adding dog walkers and pet sitters to our growing team. Dog walkers need to be available Monday - Friday from 10/11am to 3/4pm. Additional visits can start as early as 7am or end as late as 9pm. Schedules will vary based on client demand and your availability. Extra consideration for candidates who can work at least two weekends a month. We are hiring for opportunities in: Cedarville/Sagamore Beach and Ponds/Redbrook Pinehills and Manomet West Plymouth and North Plymouth/Downtown Compensation: $16 - $23 / hour (based on average staff wages after bonuses and gratuity) New staff will start at
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Walden Pet Services - Sudbury , MA
At Walden Pet Services, we treat pets like family! We are growing and are excited to offer dog walking and pet sitting services in the Concord, MA area. Working at Walden Pet Services is a great fit for people seeking a rewarding, independent, active, outdoor position working hands-on with animals. The position: We are in the peace-of-mind business. We provide reliable care for pet parents who are busy working or traveling. Our dog walking services are performed in neighborhoods and on local trails. We visit clients homes to care for their pets. This could include walking dogs, caring for cats, and various household tasks (watering plants and collecting mail). As a pet care provider with Walden Pet, you will drive to these appointments, check in and check out using our mobile app, and write informative updates with pictures to let clients know how their pets and homes are doing. Our busiest period is 9am to 3pm during the weekday: additional earning opportunities evenings, weekends, an
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Wanderpups - Washington , DC
Wanderpups is a veteran and woman-owned dog walking company in Washington, DC. We are rooted in animal advocacy and committed to providing excellent pet care for all animals who cross our paths. We are looking to hire people who align with our values of compassion, integrity, and professionalism. We also have a strong belief in work/life balance. You will not take work home with you; we do not offer weekend services. Professional dog walker working with private dog walks and small groups. The position has a flexible schedule (you will provide/update us weekly), but we would prefer candidates who are consistently available to work during the business week. Ideally, candidates will be available MON-FRI but we have some flexibility on this. Our peak hours of business run from 10 am and 4 pm. If you do not have consistent availability, we still encourage you to apply. We can benefit from backup coverage and/or availability of off-peak work hours (early mornings and evenings). We service Ca
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Canine Cardio Llc - Alexandria , VA
Job Description Job Description Canine Cardio is looking for dog walkers in the Springfield, Alexandria and Arlington area, Part time with opportunity to move to Full time. Walkers must have reliable transportation and must be able to drive dogs to and from locations. Our Dog Walkers are needed to be available from 10:00am - 4pm, five days per week- at least one weekend per month is required. Walkers will be expected to use our App to pick up dogs from the owner's homes and drive them to a dog park, play with them for an hour and a quarter to an hour and a half, and then drive the dogs back to their homes. Pay ranges from $300 to $700 per week, depending on the number of dogs sign up and the kind of services you can do. Additional pay includes: Tips from Clients and Bonuses. Must have a valid driver’s license and must be able to safely transport dogs in your vehicle. Applicants also must be physically fit and able stand on their feet for over an hour and play with the dogs at the park
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melissa cleaning houses - Homestead , FL
Job Description Job Description hi im melissa and im a dog walker
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Paws Around Motown - Bloomfield Hills , MI
Grow Your Pet Care Career with Paws Around Motown! We're hiring passionate pet lovers to join our team as pet care technicians. In this role you will: Provide one-on-one attention, playtime and walks for dogs and cats Clean, feed and medicate pets with attention to detail Communicate smoothly with clients and document each visit We offer a comprehensive benefits package including: Full-time or part-time hours with regular weekly pay Paid vacation & sick time from date of hire Paid training & certifications (Pet CPR/First Aid, pet care, etc.) 401K Career growth opportunities & promotions for top performers Discounted services like dog walking, dog training, and pet sitting for your own pets Qualified candidates will have: Experience handling multiple animal types and conditions Strong service focus and communication skills Weekends/evenings availability Reliability and eager to learn Passion for positively impacting pets and their owners' lives Check out our culture: Build your experien
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