{"id":591,"date":"2025-04-14T19:52:53","date_gmt":"2025-04-14T19:52:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/walkiesandwhiskers.ca\/?p=591"},"modified":"2025-04-14T19:52:53","modified_gmt":"2025-04-14T19:52:53","slug":"a-day-in-the-life-of-a-dog-walker-in-montreal-now-hiring-in-saint-laurent","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/walkiesandwhiskers.ca\/fr\/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-dog-walker-in-montreal-now-hiring-in-saint-laurent\/","title":{"rendered":"Une journ\u00e9e dans la vie d\u2019un promeneur de chien \u00e0 Montr\u00e9al \u2013 On embauche \u00e0 Saint-Laurent!"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udc3e A Day in the Life of a Dog Walker in Montreal \u2013 Now Hiring in Saint-Laurent!<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Ever wonder what it\u2019s like to get paid to hang out with dogs all day?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">At Walkies &amp; Whiskers, our pet sitters and dog walkers make tails wag across Montreal\u2014one walk, snuggle, and game of fetch at a time. Whether we\u2019re navigating a snowy sidewalk or tossing a ball on a sunny day, no two shifts are ever the same.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">And here&#8217;s the scoop: <strong>we\u2019re currently hiring in Saint-Laurent!<\/strong> If you love animals, want flexible hours, and enjoy spending time outdoors, this might just be your dream gig.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2600\ufe0f Mornings Start with Wags and Wagons<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Most mornings kick off with checking the day\u2019s schedule in our professional booking platform, PetPocketbook and for our Saint Laurent walkers, it often involves sleeping in. After clipping on the fanny pack (poop bags, treats, and squeaky tennis ball secured and provided by us of course), it\u2019s time to grab the leash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Meet Lylo\u2014one of our long-time clients. He used to be nervous around new people and especially cars. But now? He sprints to the door to greet us, tail wagging like he\u2019s been waiting all night. The morning walks are usually calm, personal, and a great way to bond with the pups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udc36 Midday = Peak Dog Walking Energy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., we\u2019re in full <strong>canine cardio<\/strong> mode.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Whether it\u2019s a solo sniffari or a structured group walk, we tailor everything to each dog\u2019s needs. And in <strong>Saint-Laurent<\/strong>, we\u2019re lucky to have amazing green spaces like <strong>Parc Caron<\/strong> or <strong>Bois-de-Liesse<\/strong>\u2014perfect for reactive dogs or pups who need a calmer setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Sometimes we walk high-energy working dogs. Sometimes we\u2019re chilling with an elderly golden retriever who just wants to sniff trees and vibe. We see it all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udc3e Afternoons Are for Cat Check-ins and Special Pets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">After the midday rush, the job often shifts to in-home pet sitting and drop-ins. One visit might involve cuddling a cat named Spaghetti, another could include administering meds to a senior chihuahua.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Our team handles pets with reactivity, special needs, and even post-surgery care. We offer <strong>private, one-on-one attention<\/strong> in the comfort of the pet\u2019s own home\u2014no kennels, no stress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2764\ufe0f Why We Love This Job (And Why You Might, Too)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Flexible hours (great for students or creatives)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Work-life balance (no soul-sucking shifts and an honest team who actually cares about you)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Real bonds with the pets and clients<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Outdoorsy, active lifestyle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Pay that actually respects your time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">And honestly? You don\u2019t need 10 years of experience. What matters most is your love for animals and your reliability. We can teach the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udccdWe\u2019re Hiring in Saint-Laurent!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">If you&#8217;re based in or around <strong>Saint-Laurent<\/strong> and looking for part-time work (think: 5 hours a week with flexibility), we want to hear from you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Whether you\u2019re a student at Vanier, a new grad, or someone who just wants to make a difference in a pet\u2019s day\u2014we\u2019ve got a spot for you on our team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">\ud83d\udc49 Astuce : Apr\u00e8s chaque promenade, essuyez les pattes de votre chien avec un linge humide ou une lingette pour enlever les r\u00e9sidus de sel et de gadoue. <a href=\"https:\/\/walkiesandwhiskers.ca\/fr\/contact\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"137\"><strong>Apply now<\/strong> <\/a>or shoot us a message on Instagram @walkiesandwhiskers. Let\u2019s get you walking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\ud83d\udc3e A Day in the Life of a Dog Walker in Montreal \u2013 Now Hiring in Saint-Laurent! Ever wonder what it\u2019s like to get paid to hang out with dogs all day? 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