Dog Walking & Pet Sitting Professional Application
Important Note Before You Begin
Please do NOT use AI to answer these questions. We’re looking for genuine personal responses to better understand each applicant. Thoughtful honest answers matter more than “perfect” responses.
Basic Information
Name
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First Name
Last Name
Email
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example@example.com
Phone Number
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Please enter a valid phone number.
Address
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Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City
State / Province
Postal / Zip Code
About The Role
Have you read through the More Than Just A Dog Pet Care website?
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Yes
No
Do you understand the services we provide?
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Yes
No
What services are you interested in providing?
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Dog Walking
Pet Sitting
Are familiar with our service area? (Hopewell Junction, Wappingers Falls, Fishkill, Brewster, Carmel)
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Yes
No
Do you live within our service area?
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Yes
No
Qualifications & Requirements
Do you have a valid driver's license and own or have access to a reliable & insured vehicle?
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Yes
No
This job included walking and driving in all weather conditions. Are you comfortable with that?
Yes
No
Other
Do you have daily access to the internet and a smartphone, and are you able to communicate promptly via phone calls, email, text and app-based messaging?
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Yes
No
This position requires applicants to be at least 21 years old. Do you meet this requirement?
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Yes
No
This position requires walking a dog for a minimum of 30 minutes and bending to pick up dog waste or scoop cat litter. Are you able to perform these essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation?
Yes
No
Are you willing to undergo a background check?
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Yes
No
Would you be able to provide 3 professional references upon request?
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Yes
No
Education
Please provide your highest level of education and year completed. If still attending school, please provide the year you intend to graduate.
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Availability & Commitment
This is a part-time, supplemental position. Hours are not guaranteed and fluctuate based on client needs, vacations and seasonal demand.
This position is supplemental. Schedules vary week to week and there are no guaranteed hours. You may eventually earn more, but this role is not intended as your primary source of income.
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Yes, I understand and agree
No
Pet care visits vary by client. Tasks may include walking multiple dogs, feeding, litter box care, or playtime. Each client provides detailed instructions. Do you understand and accept this variability as part of the role?
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Yes, I understand and accept
No
How far are you willing to travel from your home address for pet sitting or dog walking visits?
Less than 5 Miles
5-10 Miles
10-20 Miles
Which days of the week are you typically available for pet sitting and dog walking? (Check all that apply)
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
What time frames are you typically available for pet sitting and dog walking? (Check all that apply)
Early Morning (5am - 7am)
Morning (7am - 9am)
Late Morning (9am - 11am)
Midday (11am - 1pm)
Afternoon (1pm - 3pm)
Late Afternoon (3pm - 5pm)
Evening (5pm - 7pm)
Late Evening (7pm - 9pm)
Night (9pm - 11pm)
Select all time blocks when you are reliably available.
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Rows
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
6am - 7am
7am - 9am
9am - 11am
11am - 1pm
1pm - 3pm
3pm - 5pm
5pm - 7pm
7pm - 9pm
9pm - 10pm
Are you currently employed?
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Yes - Full-time
Yes - Part-time
Self Employed
No
If yes, please describe your typical work schedule (days and hours):
Please indicate your availability during peak holiday periods.
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Rows
Available
Unavailable
Thanksgiving (Wed to Sun)
Christmas (Dec 23 to Dec 27)
New Years (Dec 30 to Jan 2)
Memorial Day Weekend (Fri to Mon)
July 4th/ Weekend (July 4 & 5 OR Fri to Mon)
Labor Day Weekend (Fri to Mon)
Are you available to work on holidays?
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Yes
No
Some (please explain)
Are you available for longer-term pet sitting assignments (Ex: week-long bookings that require multiple visits per day)?
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Yes
No
Occasionally
Are you willing to commit to working for More Than Just A Dog Pet Care for a minimum of 6 months?
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Yes
No
Please describe any availability restrictions (specific days, times or commitments) we should be aware of:
Available Start Date
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Month
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Day
Year
Date
Desired Weekly Hours (Average)
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Less than 5
5-10
10-15
15-20
Flexible/ Varies
Are you available to work weekends?
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Yes
No
Occasionally
Are you available for mid-day walks between 11:00 AM & 3:00 PM Monday to Friday?
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Yes
No
Limited
If No, please explain.
General Pet Experience
What is your experience working with animals? Do you have pets of your own? Please explain.
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Do you have experience administering medication to pets and are you comfortable doing this? Please explain.
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If no, are you willing to be trained to administer medications?
Yes
No
Dog Handling & Walking Experience
Describe your dog walking experience (length of time, number of dogs, environments).
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Do you know what dog reactivity is?
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Yes
No
If yes, in your own words please explain what dog reactivity is?
Do you have experience working with reactive dogs?
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Yes
No
Limited
If YES or Limited, please describe the types of behaviors you’ve managed and how you handled them.
Tell Us A Bit More About You
Why do you want to join our team?
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What excites you about working with pets, especially dogs?
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Is there anything else you'd like us to know? (This can be personal, professional or anything that helps us get to know you better.)
Additional Information
How did you hear about More Than Just A Dog Pet Care? If referred by someone, who may we thank for the referral?
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Please verify that you are human
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