A Real Job. Outside. With Dogs

Not everyone wants to spend their day behind a desk.

If you enjoy being active, working independently, and having a job where every day looks a little different, The Monster Minders may be a good fit. (Loving dogs goes without saying.) 

We're hiring a Dog Walker to work in Center City Philadelphia, specifically Old City and Society Hill neighborhoods. This is an in-person position, Monday through Friday, and applicants must be able to reliably commute to Philadelphia (and between client homes) every workday.

The Job at a Glance

• Monday through Friday, with a consistent daytime schedule, generally 10:00 AM to 4PM or 5PM, depending on your preferred schedule.
• Your weekends are yours! No Saturday or Sunday shifts, ever.
• Most days include 8 to 12 dog walks with a regular group of dogs you'll get to know and love.
• 6 to 7 hours of walking each day, so you'll definitely get your steps in!
• A steady weekday schedule with established clients and predictable work (and Philly's best dogs!)
• Fresh air in every season! We work outdoors year-round, including heat, rain, and snow

What You’ll Do

• Give dogs safe, attentive, one-on-one walks
• Follow each client’s care and home-entry instructions
• Travel between clients’ homes throughout the day 
• Handle dogs of different sizes, breeds, personalities, and energy levels
• Write thoughtful visit updates that keep clients informed
• Communicate questions, concerns, and changes to our office
• Participate in paid training and occasional paid staff meetings

What We’re Looking For

You’re reliable, comfortable making decisions independently, and attentive to the details. You understand that showing up on time, following instructions, and communicating clearly are essential when someone trusts you with their dog and home.

You’ll need:

• Experience caring for dogs, either personally or professionally
• Monday through Friday availability
• The stamina to comfortably be on your feet 6 hours per day
• Strong written communication skills
• Professionalism and good time management
• Confidence handling dogs with a range of temperaments
• Reliable transportation between visits, such as a bike, scooter, motorcycle, or car
• Comfort working outdoors in every season
• We're looking for someone seeking steady, long-term employment, with the intention of staying at least one year. This is not a seasonal or temporary position.

Professional dog walking experience is especially welcome, but we're happy to train the right person.

Pay & Benefits

• Competitive per-walk pay, plus client tips
• Consistent weekday schedules with established clients for predictable earnings
• W-2 employee position - this is not a contract position
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for all employees 
• Paid training and ongoing support
• Direct deposit
• Workers’ compensation coverage

A Job You Can Settle Into

Looking for steady work instead of constantly chasing your next gig? We offer consistent Monday through Friday schedules during business hours with established clients, so you'll have a good idea of what your workweek and earnings will look like. Our goal is to provide reliable, predictable work, with no nights or weekends required!

Many of our employees stay for years. They build familiar routines, lasting relationships with clients, and a very loyal following of dogs. You’ll know what your schedule looks like and have an office team available during the workday when you need help.

We value dependable people and give them the training and support to do their jobs well.

About The Monster Minders

The Monster Minders is a family-owned Philadelphia dog walking company founded in 2005. Over more than 20 years, we’ve completed nearly one million walks and built our reputation on dependable care, thoughtful communication, and attention to detail.

We believe dog walking is a real profession, and we treat it that way.

Sound like a good fit? We’d love to hear from you.