Services
Is it acceptable to extend the duration of a service beyond what was initially scheduled? Yes, extending service time is acceptable, especially for team members
Slack
What is Slack? Slack serves as the primary platform for all internal communications at Hands N Paws. It is extensively utilized by our team members,
Work Incentives
Monthly Points Contest At Hands N Paws, we foster team engagement and unity through our exciting monthly commission raise contest. Each team member is presented
Compensation FAQs
What do I get paid for this work? Team members are paid a 50% commission on each service they complete. This is 50% of what
Client Communication
The team’s main method of communicating with clients is via journal reports submitted after services are complete. Click here to learn more about journal reports.
Leashes
What’s the best way to use a leash? When on a walk with a dog, always make sure you have a firm grip on a
Dog Walking 101
What should I bring on a dog walk? Make sure to bring your phone with you on walks. Not only is this necessary to track
Emergencies
What should I do in life-threatening emergencies? For any emergency situations that arise while you are caring for pets with Hands N Paws, remember to
Client Profiles 📲
What’s on the Client Profiles page in Precise Petcare? On the Client Profiles page is where you can view all client profile information in one
Precise Petcare: My Schedule
Jump to what you’re looking for quicker by clicking on the question below! What’s on the My Schedule page in Precise Petcare? On the My
Winter Walks
Jump to what you’re looking for quicker by clicking on the question below! When is it too cold out to walk dogs? Many winter days
Rainy Day Walks
Jump to what you’re looking for quicker by clicking on the question below! Should I walk dogs as normal even when it’s raining outside? It
Paystubs
How can I get access to my paystubs? You can access your paystubs by clicking on your name below!
Worker Onboarding
Please click on Complete My Onboarding below to get started! 🎉 In this onboarding process, you will complete the following documents: Independent Contractor Agreement Tell
Getting Started
How do I apply to work at Hands N Paws? To apply to join our team, please see Join Our Team. From there, you can
Avoiding Burnout As A Pet Sitter
Nobody has ever been too busy driving to stop for gas. -Stephen Covey Burnout is undoubtedly one of the biggest epidemics facing the modern workforce.
Precise Petcare: Introduction
Precise Petcare is a third-party software that all Hands N Paws workers use in order to: In summary, the different tabs/sections in a pet sitter
Service Checklist
What is the service checklist? The service checklist is a comprehensive resource designed to streamline and guide you through pet care services. It serves as
Team Accountability Measures
Record Points At Hands N Paws, we hold ourselves to high standards to ensure excellent service for our customers. To maintain accountability and uphold these
Journal Reports
What are journal reports? Journal reports, a key feature of Precise Petcare, allow our team to directly update clients on their pets’ well-being following scheduled
Taxes 101
What kinds of taxes do I have to file as a pet sitter? As a classified independent contractor (and unlike an employee), Hands N Paws
Precise Petcare: My Availability
How do I add my availability? To input your work availability, navigate to My Availability within your pet sitter account in Precise Petcare (follow the