Dog Walker / Dog Handler Wanted – Maternity Leave Position

I'm looking for a reliable and passionate dog walker/handler to take over my small dog care business BoneGiorno while I'm on maternity leave.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who genuinely loves dogs and is confident and experienced handling a variety of personalities and breeds in a structured, safety-focused environment.

Location: Kirrawee

Days: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday

Hours: 7:30am – 6:00pm

Pay: Hourly rate as a contractor

Start: Late August / September till November / December 2026

Duration: 3 - 4 months

The successful applicant will have the opportunity to spend time training alongside me before I commence maternity leave, ensuring they feel confident and familiar with all aspects of the role.

What I'm looking for:

Experience handling dogs on leash (all dogs are under 12kg)

Strong understanding of dog body language and behaviour

Excellent attention to detail and commitment to safety practices

Genuine care and compassion for dogs

Reliable, punctual, and physically fit for a role involving standing and walking throughout the day





Great communication skills to maintain the strong relationships I've built with my clients

Responsibilities include:

Safely walking dogs on rotation throughout the neighbourhood

Supervising small play groups of up to two dogs

Cleaning up after dogs and maintaining a tidy setting

Setting up and packing up equipment

Managing client interactions during drop-off and pick-up

Safely handling dogs during transitions and handovers

Providing owners with updates about their dog's day

Taking videos and photos of dogs

This role would suit someone looking for part-time work who enjoys spending time with dogs and might be starting up their career in the dog industry.

If this sounds like you, or someone you know, please send me an email at [email protected] with information about yourself and your experience with dogs. Feel free to share this post with anyone who may be interested!

Pay: $35.00 – $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Employee mentoring program

Work Location: In person

📌 Dog Walker / Dog Handler (Kirrawee)
🏢 BoneGiorno | Canine Enrichment
📍 Kirrawee