NOW HIRING: PROFESSIONAL DOG WALKER (INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR)
Wagging With Chantal Dog Walking Company – Toronto West End Serious Applicants Only | Valid G2 or G License Required | Reliable Personal Vehicle Required
This is not a casual dog-walking job.
Wagging With Chantal is a structured, high-standard dog walking company working in busy downtown Toronto. We are looking for someone who understands that this role comes with real responsibility, fast-paced decision-making, and strict safety protocols.
If you are seeking a long-term role and are serious about either changing your career path into dog care or already have professional dog-handling experience, this position may be the right fit.
WHO THIS ROLE IS FOR
We are looking for someone who:
- Thrives in structured environments with clear rules and protocols
- Is comfortable working independently while staying in constant communication
- Understands that we are responsible for living beings, and that responsibility is taken extremely seriously
- Is confident navigating downtown Toronto driving, traffic, parking, and time-sensitive schedules
- Is a fast-paced thinker who can assess situations quickly and calmly
- Respects that our company protocols are non-negotiable and exist for safety reasons
- Is committed to consistency, reliability, and long-term employment
This position is not suitable for someone looking for a side hustle, temporary work, or a low-responsibility job.
KEY CHALLENGES OF THE ROLE (PLEASE READ CAREFULLY)
Applicants must be comfortable with:
- Driving throughout downtown Toronto using their own reliable vehicle
- Being fully responsible for the safety and wellbeing of multiple dogs at once
- Learning and applying dog behaviour knowledge, pack management, and safety procedures
- Making quick, informed decisions in real-time environments
- Working within a larger company structure with strict protocols and expectations
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
This is a physically and mentally active role. You will:
- Use your own vehicle to pick up 4–6 dogs per walk (eventually managing 6–12 dogs once fully trained)
- Safely transport dogs to and from designated off-leash parks
- Conduct structured, hour-long pack walks
- Monitor dog behaviour, group dynamics, and safety at all times
- Communicate consistently with management and the team via smartphone
- Follow daily schedules, routes, and protocols without deviation
- Return dogs safely to their homes after each walk
Service Area:
Toronto West End — Bathurst to Jane (East–West), St. Clair to King (North–South)
REQUIREMENTS (NON-NEGOTIABLE)
- Valid G2 or G Driver’s License
- A reliable personal vehicle in excellent working condition that is large enough to safely transport up to six dogs. A standard sedan is not suitable for this position. SUVs, crossovers, minivans, station wagons, or similarly sized vehicles are required.
- Confident downtown Toronto driving experience
- Smartphone with reliable data plan
- Comfortable handling dogs of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments
- Strong communication skills and responsiveness
- Ability to think quickly, stay calm, and problem-solve independently
- Willingness to commit to at least one year
- Available full-time weekdays (9:00 AM – 3:30 PM)
- Must be reliable, punctual, and organized
- Independent contractor status
WHAT WE OFFER
- In-depth training and onboarding (this role requires learning and accountability)
- A structured, professional work environment
- Support from an experienced team
- The opportunity to build a real career in professional dog care
- Consistent weekday hours
- Active, outdoor work with purpose and responsibility
TO APPLY
Please reply with:
- A brief introduction about yourself
- Your availability
- The make, model, and year of the vehicle you will be using for work
- Your experience with dogs (personal or professional)
- Why you believe you are suited for a high-responsibility, structured dog walking role
Serious applicants only.
This position requires commitment, maturity, respect for safety standards, and a reliable vehicle capable of safely transporting multiple dogs every day.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $128.00-$288.00 per day
Application question(s):
- Do you live in our service area?
- How many years of driving experience do you have?
- Do you currently have both a valid driver’s license and your own reliable vehicle for this position?
Experience:
- working / Owning a dog: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
