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Why You Should Work at Bad to the Bone

Arrow You want to build relationships with dogs, cats, and pets of all kinds

Arrow You want to make a difference in our overall community by providing top quality pet care

Arrow You want to be more active and spend more time outdoors

Arrow You have a flexible schedule and want supplemental income ($100 to $500 per week on average)

why you might not like this job

Arrow There are no guaranteed hours, and your schedule will change from week to week, often with little notice from clients

Arrow We are known for our heat and afternoon thunderstorms in Florida, and we work outdoors in all weather

Arrow We go to the client’s homes, so you will be expected to drive your own vehicle to each pet sit or dog walk

Requirements

Arrow You need to be a dedicated and knowledgeable animal lover, and you should enjoy spending time outdoors

Arrow You must be at least 18 years old and be able to pass a federal background check

Arrow You need a driver’s license and your own reliable transportation

Arrow You need to have a smartphone and be able to use apps and communicate via text message

Arrow You should have another source of income as this job does not guarantee any hours and is meant to be supplemental income

Bad to the bone trained pet sitters and dog walkers

Our Values:

    Wag More, Bark Less: 

    We believe the best care — for pets, people, and communities — is rooted in respect. That means honoring the unique needs of every pet, listening to the humans who love them, and showing up for our team with compassion and care. We foster a culture of mutual support, where trust is earned, differences are valued, and everyone is empowered to thrive. By wagging more and barking less, we aim to leave a lasting pawsitive impact on our community.

    Together We Thrive: 

    We believe in doing business differently — putting relationships, trust, reliability, and real joy at the heart of what we do. From sunrise strolls to bedtime belly rubs, our mission is to uplift pets and the people who love them. We honor the humans and animals we work with by leading with compassion, clear communication, and a spirit of teamwork. Together is how we thrive.

    Think Outside the Bowl: 

    We believe every pet is a one-of-a-kind soul with their own quirks, needs, and joys. That’s why we bring curiosity to every interaction — asking questions, observing closely, and staying open to new ways of engaging pets, and innovative ways of doing business. We’re not here to do things “by the book” — we’re here to write better ones. 

    “I love working for Bad To The Bone because it allows me to make new furry friends all around Jacksonville. I also get to have a schedule that works for me while helping out clients too. I love getting to build relationships with people and watch families grow and changes develop overtime with both pets and people. I also love being part of such a fantastic team of animal lovers who are very dedicated to the job. It’s very nice knowing that if I ever have an emergency come up we have built-in back up care, and coverage. I also love that if I’m uncomfortable with an animal there’s always support from management to help figure out a solution that works for everyone. Overall Bad To The Bone is an awesome team to work I am so proud to be part of it!”

    – Hope Groff (Bad to the Bone Team Member)

    Join the Bad to the Bone Team!

    Please complete this application if you are interested in joining our award-winning team of pet sitters and dog walkers.

    Name(Required)
    Address(Required)
    Do you have a valid drivers license and can you pass a background check?(Required)
    As pet sitters and dog walkers, our schedules vary week to week and nothing is guaranteed. While it is possible to eventually make a full time living as pet sitter, this is intended to be supplemental income, not your primary source of income. Do you understand and agree?(Required)
    Our most popular service is a 30 minute drop-in visit. What we do during a visit varies based off the specific client's needs. Some will just need their litter box scooped and their cat brushed, while some may have several dogs that need to be walked. Each client will give us instructions on exactly what needs to be done each visit. Do you understand that this variability is part of being a pet professional?(Required)
    Do you have your own reliable transportation?(Required)
    How far are you willing to travel from your address for pet sitting gigs?(Required)
    Which days of the week are you typically available for pet sitting and dog walking? (Check all that apply)(Required)
    What time frames are you typically available for pet sitting and dog walking? (Check all that apply)(Required)
    Which of our services would you be most excited to do? (Check all that apply)(Required)
    May we perform a national criminal background check on you?(Required)

    “Doug, Brenna, and the entire team at BttB are the best! They’re animal lovers through and through, but they also love people and are passionate about treating everyone with respect and fairness. The BttB team has honestly been my best workplace experience yet.”
    – Ella Schaefer (Bad to the Bone Team Member)

    We are always growing! Apply to join our team of pet professionals!

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