HIRING dog walkers within 5 miles of morristown, mendham, chester, or somerset hillsWe don't just hire dog walkers.
We hire people we'd trust with our own home & dogs.
Walks Wiggles & Wags is a professional pet care company serving busy families across Morris & Somerset counties since 2018. We've completed 36,000+ visits without missing one, and we did it by hiring the right people and giving them real systems, real support, and a real reason to stay.
We're adding 4 positions to our team right now. If you want something you can grow with and not just your next gig, keep reading.
Trusted by 400+ local Families Since 2018
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Zero missed visits in 8 years
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70+ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Verified Google Reviews
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4.5 yrs average client relationship
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Trusted by 400+ local Families Since 2018 ⏐ Zero missed visits in 8 years ⏐ 70+ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Verified Google Reviews ⏐ 4.5 yrs average client relationship ⏐
☑ Licensed, Insured & Bonded
☑ Background Checked W-2 Employees
☑ Locally Owned & Operated
☑ Professional Oversight
☑ Safety & Emergency Protocols
☑ NAAPS & PSI Members
OPEN POSITIONSTwo types of dog walking positions.
HIRING IMMEDIATELYMIDDAY DOG WALKER
Monday through Friday, 11 AM to 3 PM.
You'll do anywhere from 3 to 6 visits per day, back to back across towns in Morris and Somerset counties. Each visit is 20 to 80 minutes depending on the client, with 10 to 20 minute drives between clients.
Great if your schedule opens up while kids are at school or you just have consistent midday availability and enjoy being outdoors.
most flexible scheduleFLEX DOG WALKER
Early mornings, evenings & weekends
Early mornings (7-9 AM), evenings (5-9 PM), and weekends. Not full shifts. You might pick up 2-4 midday visits on a Saturday and/or Sunday or a visit before 9 AM and one after 7 PM. Hours vary.
Great if you want to supplement another job or have a nontraditional schedule.
compensationWhat you actually take home matters more than an hourly $ amount.
We want you to know exactly what you're walking into. No vague "competitive pay" language.
Here's how it works.
$17 to $20/hr depending on your level. You start at $17 with a clear path to $18 and $20 as you grow. Promotions are based on your work, not your time with the company.
❋ Hourly payYou get paid for every mile you drive between homes. That money goes straight to your pocket, tax-free. Most companies don't reimburse mileage at all.
❋ Tax-free mileage reimbursementEarly mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays all pay more. Holidays pay $20 to $23/hr. The shifts that are harder to fill pay better because that's how it should work.
❋ Premium payCash or invoiced. Every dollar goes to you. Our clients are very generous and know your name and they tip well.
❋ 100% of your tips, alwaysBENEFITStangible & long-term benefits. Not just hourly pay.
❋ W-2 employee, Not a 1099-contractor❋ Retirement plan with company match up to 3%❋ paid personal time off❋ paid on the job training❋ working equipment provided❋ 20% off pet services for your own pets❋ a team that covers for you when life happens❋ worker's compensation if injured on the jobHard Requirements
Minimum 21 years old
Valid NJ driver's license
Clean background
Valid car insurance
Reliable personal vehicle
Must be a team player & have integrity
Excellent time management skills
Excellent communication skills
Consistent availability every week:
Monday-Friday: 11am–3/4pm
Early Mornings, Late Evenings, Weekends & Holidays (flexible position)
Must live within 5 miles of Morristown, Mendham, Chester, or Somerset Hills
Comfortable walking several miles a day in all types of weather
If this sounds like your kind of work, we want to hear from you.
Apply below. It takes about 5 minutes. You'll hear back from us within 24 hours.