Dog Walker and Pet Sitter

Join the Happy Hounds Team

Happy Hounds is looking for reliable, professional and experienced pet carers to join our growing team as independent subcontractors, providing dog walking, pet sitting, and house sitting services across the Gold Coast and Brisbane.

This role is ideal for individuals who genuinely love animals and are committed to delivering exceptional care and customer service. We are seeking team members who are dependable, organised and available to accept regular rostered work. While every day is different, our clients rely on us to provide consistent, high-quality care for their pets and homes, making reliability and professionalism essential.

As a Happy Hounds subcontractor, you will be supported by an established and respected pet care business that has been caring for pets across the Gold Coast and Brisbane for over a decade. You will be part of a team that values trust, communication, and outstanding service.

Please note: This is a subcontractor position (super included). We service most areas of the Gold Coast and Brisbane (and now Sunny Coast), so applicants do not need to be located in the suburb listed in this advertisement.

SERVICES PROVIDED:

• Dog Walking: 30-60 minute walks in the dog’s neighbourhood, at the beach, or in the park (max 2 dogs at a time).

• Pet Sitting: 30-60 minute daily visits to care for dogs, cats, and small animals.

• House Sitting: Overnight stays in clients' homes to care for pets while their owners are away.

WHO WE PARTNER WITH:

Sub-contractors that work with us are:

• Passionate animal lovers with experience handling pets.

• Great communicators who can build lasting relationships with clients.

• Responsible and highly reliable - pet owners trust us with their furry family members!

• Confident handling medium to large breed dogs with different behavioural tendencies, including reactivity and over excitement.

• Active and happy to travel between client locations with reliable transport.

• Able to work independently and use good judgment in various situations.

• Able to manage a schedule and demonstrate excellent time management.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

✔ You must be over the age of 18 years old

✔ ABN (Australian Business Number)

✔ Police check

✔ Public liability insurance

✔ Driver’s license & reliable vehicle

✔ Mobile phone & data plan

✔ Experience with pets

✔ Pet First Aid Certification

✔ Flexible schedule

Pet first aid, insurance and police check can be completed after successful onboarding with us. If you are ready to turn your love for animals into a fulfilling, business opportunity, we would love to hear from you!