Dog Bather

Overview

Join our vibrant pet care team as a Dog Bather, where your passion for animals and grooming expertise will shine! In this energetic role, you will be the key to helping dogs look and feel their best, ensuring they receive top-quality grooming services in a friendly and professional environment. Your dedication will contribute to happy, healthy pets and satisfied pet owners, creating a positive experience for every furry client that walks through our doors. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in animal handling, grooming techniques, and customer service while working with a passionate team committed to animal well-being.

Responsibilities

• Safely handle dogs during bathing, grooming, and drying processes, ensuring their comfort and safety at all times
• Perform pet coat styling, pet grooming, nail trimming, and bathing with precision and care to meet each pet’s individual needs
• Restrain animals appropriately using animal restraint techniques to facilitate grooming procedures effectively
• Communicate clearly with pet owners regarding grooming preferences, special needs, and aftercare instructions
• Maintain a clean and organized grooming area by sanitizing tools, tubs, and workstations regularly
• Assist with pet sitting or holding pets during grooming appointments to ensure calmness and cooperation
• Engage in heavy lifting when necessary to move equipment or assist with larger animals or supplies

Skills

• Proven experience in dog handling and animal handling techniques with a focus on companion animals
• Knowledge of dog training principles and veterinary experience is highly desirable
• Background as a veterinary technician or veterinary assistant enhances understanding of animal health needs
• Familiarity with pet coat styling, pet grooming techniques, and pet nail trimming procedures
• Strong communication skills for engaging with pet owners confidently and professionally
• Ability to perform animal restraint safely while minimizing stress for the pets involved
• Customer service skills that foster trust and positive relationships with clients
• Willingness to perform heavy lifting as part of daily responsibilities in a fast-paced environment

Embark on a rewarding career where your love for animals makes a difference! We’re looking for motivated individuals eager to grow their skills in pet grooming and animal care. Join us in creating joyful experiences for pets and their owners every day!

Pay: $14.00 - $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid training

Application Question(s):

• Are you available to work Saturdays?
• Can you start work by 8 am?
• Are you able to adhere to a strict no cell-phone policy while working?

Experience:

• Bathing: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person