Dog Grooming Assistant

Overview

Join our dynamic pet care team as a Dog Grooming Assistant and become a vital part of creating happy, healthy, and beautifully groomed pets! In this energetic role, you will support professional groomers by handling animals with care, assisting with grooming procedures, and ensuring a positive experience for both pets and their owners. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your animal handling skills while working in a lively, pet-focused environment dedicated to exceptional pet care and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Assist groomers with pet handling, including calming anxious animals and providing gentle restraint during grooming sessions
• Bathing, blow drying and brushing dogs in a timely, safe manner.
• Checking in & out clients.
• Answering phones, booking clients. Informing new clients of services.
• Handle animals safely during grooming and other activities, utilizing proper restraint techniques to ensure their comfort and safety
• Communicate effectively with pet owners regarding grooming needs, special instructions, and after-care advice
• Maintain cleanliness of grooming areas, tools, and equipment to uphold hygiene standards
• Assist with heavy lifting of animals or supplies as needed to ensure smooth daily operations

Requirements

• Dog breed knowledge is a must
• Passion for animal care with experience in dog handling, animal restraint, or pet grooming preferred
• Strong communication skills to interact confidently with pet owners and team members
• Ability to handle animals safely during grooming procedures and support their emotional well-being
• Physical stamina for heavy lifting and standing for extended periods during busy days
• Excellent customer service skills to create positive experiences for clients and their pets

Join us in making a difference in pets’ lives while building your career in animal care! This role offers a lively work environment where your enthusiasm for animals will shine. We are committed to providing paid opportunities that foster growth, skill development, and a passion for pet wellness.

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 35.0 per week

Work Location: In person