Rover is calling dog owners to apply for ‘the best job in the world*’ – embarking on the road trip of a lifetime to crown the UK’s ulti-mutt dog-friendly pub
London, 2nd June: Pub garden season is officially here, and Rover.com, the world’s largest online marketplace for loving pet care, has today opened ap-paw-lications for the opportunity of the summer: ‘The Great British Pup Crawl’.
Dubbed the ‘best job in the world’, Rover is on the hunt for one lucky Public House Officer who will em-bark on a nationwide mission with their canine companion to sniff out the most dog-friendly pub in the UK.
This dream position will see the chosen candidate and their four-legged sidekick paid £6,000 (plus expenses) to do a four-week road trip in July, visiting up to 110 pubs and rating them on their dog-friendly credentials – from doggy water stations to pet treats at the bar.
Requirements:
- A confident and sociable dog owner with at least one well-behaved dog
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel nationwide
- Strong communication skills for documenting and sharing experiences
- Social media savvy – able to capture engaging content with active social accounts
- Must love pub culture
To apply or find out more about this role, please visit.
This unique listing comes as new research from Rover has today revealed that a whopping 90% of British dog owners say their pooch is their ‘dream colleague’, ranking them above their siblings (66%), partner (53%), and even their best friends (45%). What’s more, 81% say their dog lifts their mood better than any co-worker could, attributing this to their dog’s calming presence (61%) and ability to make them smile – even on a bad day (60%).
This exciting position appears to tap into a growing national dream, with 82% claiming their ‘dream job’ would involve working with animals and travelling to new places (90%). In fact, two thirds (66%) say they would trade their current job in a heartbeat for one that pays them to hang out with dogs all day.
When it comes to ‘dream jobs’, being a dog walker/sitter topped the list for 30% of Brits*, closely followed by a pub tester (22%) and vet (20%). Meanwhile, 1 in 10 still have lingering childhood dreams of being an actor (9%) or sportsperson (8%).
Brits’ top 10 dream jobs
- Dog walker/sitter (30%)
- Pub tester (22%)
- Vet (20%)
- Photographer (15%)
- Entrepreneur (13%)
- Food critic (13%)
- Pet trainer (13%)
- Influencer (12%)
- Actor (9%)
- Sportsperson (8%)
- Pub or café owner (8%)
Adem Fehmi, Rover’s Canine Behaviourist comments “Taking your pooch to the pub can be a fantastic way to bond, socialise, and keep them mentally stimulated – so long as the environment suits their needs and temperament. Look for pubs with a calm, quiet atmosphere and both indoor and outdoor dog-friendly spaces, ideally away from busy entrances or walkways.”
“The best spots will go the extra mile: think water bowls, poo bags, dog beds, even treats or a specially curated pup menu. Friendly, dog-aware staff make all the difference too. And remember – while it’s great when venues provide extras, you know your dog best, so always come prepared and choose locations where your pup will feel comfortable and welcome.”
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Notes to Editors
A Rover survey of 1,000 UK dog parents conducted via Pollfish in May 2025.
*Please note this posting is not an official offer of employment or an independent contractor relationship with Rover or any of its subsidiaries or affiliates.
About Rover:
Founded in 2011 and based in Seattle, Washington, Rover is the world’s largest online marketplace for loving pet care. Rover’s global footprint includes North America (US and Canada) and Europe, including the UK, France, Spain, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Ireland. Rover connects pet parents with pet care providers who offer overnight services, including boarding and in-home pet sitting, as well as daytime services, including doggy daycare, dog walking, and drop-in visits.
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