Pet Care Specialist

If caring for animals feels more like a calling than a chore, you may be exactly who we are looking for.

Adventures In Pet Sitting is a professional, insured, and highly systemized in-home pet care company serving Salina and surrounding areas. We provide care for dogs, cats, small animals, farm animals, reptiles, and select exotics. Our Loyal Adventurers trust us with their homes and their beloved companions, and that trust is earned through clear systems, consistent communication, education, and care that goes far beyond the basics.

As an Adventure Team Pet Care Specialist, you will provide in-home pet care services while working both independently in the field and collaboratively within a coordinated team structure. Many visits are completed solo, but you are never working alone;
Adventure Team members stay connected through shared systems, team communication, and direct leadership oversight.

• Provide scheduled pet care visits in client homes
• Follow all written pet care instructions precisely
• Perform nose-to-tail wellness checks
• Administer medications and supplements when trained
• Walk dogs safely using approved leash handling and weather protocols
• Provide enrichment appropriate to each pet
• Maintain cleanliness of pet areas including bowls, litter boxes, kennels, and accidents
• Complete basic home checks as instructed
• Submit detailed, timely service reports with photos or videos
• Coordinate with other Adventure Team members when applicable
• Communicate promptly with the Alpha Leader regarding schedule or access issues, pet health or behavior concerns, home or safety concerns, and weather-related adjustments

• Enjoy working independently while staying connected to a team
• Communicate clearly, promptly, and professionally
• Appreciate structure, expectations, and accountability
• Are dependable, punctual, and detail-oriented
• Are comfortable using mobile apps and digital systems
• Can adapt to changing schedules including holidays and peak seasons

• Prefer minimal communication or oversight
• Dislike documentation, structure, or feedback
• Are frequently late or unreliable
• Are uncomfortable with GPS tracking, cameras, or reporting
• View pet sitting as casual or unstructured work

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must pass a background check
• Must have reliable transportation and a smartphone
• Must complete required training within 48 hours after orientation
• Must be willing to obtain Pet CPR and First Aid certification
• Must attend in-person orientation in Salina

• Shifts vary and may include mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Peak seasons include Spring Break, Summer, August, and major holidays
• Availability must be kept current in Google Calendar
• Reliability and flexibility are essential

Adventures In Pet Sitting operates as a collaborative Adventure Team.

• Use Slack and company systems consistently
• Respond promptly during active shifts
• Escalate concerns to leadership rather than guess
• Follow all safety, communication, and service protocols
• Support is always available, and communication is a core expectation of the role

• Pay is per visit and based on service type and experience
• Opportunities for raises, bonuses, and expanded roles
• Paid training for required certifications

If you are dependable, compassionate, and excited about professional pet care, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and begin your journey with Adventures In Pet Sitting.

Adventure Awaits 🐾