Employment
Work With Dogs. Be Part of a Team That Cares.
Love dogs? Enjoy being outside? Looking for work that actually feels good at the end of the day?
At Homeward Bound Dog Walking and Adventure Services, LLC, we believe dog walking is more than just a job—it’s a way to bring joy, connection, and calm to the lives of dogs (and their humans). Since 2011, we’ve completed over 35,000 visits for families in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire, and we’re just getting started.
Our company is built on Compassion, Accountability, Reliability, and Excellence. We treat every dog like they’re our own and support our staff like the essential caregivers they are.
We’re Hiring:
Dog Walkers
Support pups with weekday walks while their humans are at work. Visits typically occur between 11 AM – 2 PM, with occasional visits as early as 9 AM or as late as 4 PM.
Support pups with weekday walks while their humans are at work. Visits typically occur between 11 AM – 2 PM, with occasional visits as early as 9 AM or as late as 4 PM.
Adventure Guides
Take dogs on hour-long, off-site adventures in quieter, less stimulating areas. A great fit for confident handlers who love the outdoors and longer walks.
Take dogs on hour-long, off-site adventures in quieter, less stimulating areas. A great fit for confident handlers who love the outdoors and longer walks.
Pack Walkers
Pick up and walk up to 4 dogs at a time in structured group walks. Requires dog handling experience and strong leash management skills.
Pick up and walk up to 4 dogs at a time in structured group walks. Requires dog handling experience and strong leash management skills.
Pay & Perks
- $15/hour for dog walking and adventures
- $18/hour for group/pack walks
- Fuel Reimbursement
- Tips from grateful clients
- Paid training to set you up for success
- Supportive team culture where you’re never left to figure it all out alone
- Flexible weekday hours – perfect if you’re semi-retired, have a flexible schedule, or want part-time, meaningful work
Who Thrives Here?
You don’t need to be a dog trainer, but you do need to be:
- Kind, dependable, and genuinely into dogs
- Comfortable working independently and outdoors in all weather
- Physically able to lift up to 45 lbs and walk several miles a day
- Tech-friendly (you’ll use an app to check visits and send updates)
- A great communicator—our clients trust us with their pups and homes
- Looking for consistent work with a team that values what you do
