We’re hiring a part-time Dog Walker and looking to add one person immediately, with additional openings coming soon.

Homeward Bound Dog Walking and Adventure Services has been serving the Lakes Region since 2011. We’re a small, supportive team that believes great dog care starts with caring for the people doing the work.

Schedule & Availability
• Monday through Friday
• Walks mostly between 11 AM and 2 PM
• Occasional visits as early as 9 AM or as late as 4 PM
• Looking for 2 to 5 weekdays per week
• Best fit for someone seeking at least a 6-month commitment

What You’ll Do
• Walk dogs safely on leash in all kinds of weather
• Drive between nearby visits
• Send short, friendly updates to clients after each visit
• Care for pups and respect clients’ homes

What We Offer
• Hourly pay plus tips
• Paid training and ongoing support
• Employee position, not independent contractor

What We’re Looking For
• Comfortable handling dogs of all sizes and energy levels
• Reliable transportation - Must be comfortable using your own vehicle for work.
• Smartphone with data and a working camera
• Physically able to walk up to 5 miles per day and lift up to 45 lbs
• Dependable, kind, and communicative

No professional dog walking experience required. We provide paid training and clear guidance so you feel confident and supported.

If you love dogs, enjoy being outside, and want meaningful weekday work with a team that truly cares, we’d love to hear from you.

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All of our positions are currently for Supplemental Part Time Income
What this means is that our schedule fluctuates and we can't promise you a certain amount of hours every week. It solely depends on your availability and our client's needs. One week may be heavier than the next and your hours will fluctuate.
You understand that any employment opportunity with Homeward Bound is for part time supplemental income?*

Do you live in or within 5 miles of Laconia, Gilford, Belmont or Meredith?*

Do you own a smart phone/device with phone/video and GPS capabilities?*

Quite a bit of driving is required to complete the job duties, sometimes on snowy roads. Do you have reliable, insured transportation capable of getting around on snowy roads?*

What shifts are you available to work on MONDAYS? Check all that apply.* I am not available to work this day9am-12pm11am-2pm1pm - 4pm

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If hired, would you be able to commit to a minimum of 6 months in the position?*

Pets need to be cared for every day of the year. Please check ALL holidays that you are able to work for at least 2 hours.* I do not wish to work any holidays.Martin Luther King DayPresident's DayColumbus DayVeteran's DayChristmas EveNew Year's Eve

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Do you feel comfortable caring for both big dogs and small dogs?*

Are you comfortable walking multiple dogs at a time?*

On a scale of 1-5 with 1 being NOT AT ALL and 5 being EXTREMELY, how comfortable are you with animals?*

On a scale of 1-5 with 1 being NOT AT ALL and 5 being EXTREMELY, how well do you think you can read a dog's body language?*

Tell us about yourself! What are your hobbies and/or regular occupations?*

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Sometimes we can find ourselves working for hours or days on end in rain or snow. Please share how you would adjust to working outside in those conditions.*

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Thanks for you interest in working for Homeward Bound. Please review our open positions and apply to the positions that match your qualifications.

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