Job Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Dog Bather, where your passion for animals and grooming expertise will help ensure our furry clients look and feel their best! In this energetic role, you will be responsible for providing professional bathing, grooming, and animal handling services that promote health, hygiene, and happiness. Your attention to detail and love for animals will shine through as you deliver exceptional pet care in a lively, fast-paced environment. This paid position offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in pet grooming, animal handling, and customer service while making a positive impact on pets and their owners alike.
Duties
- Safely bathe, dry, brush, and groom dogs of all breeds and sizes using appropriate techniques and tools
- Assist with dog handling during grooming procedures to ensure comfort and safety for both pets and staff
- Perform animal restraint using gentle yet effective methods to facilitate grooming tasks
- Maintain a clean, organized grooming station by disinfecting tools and work areas regularly
- Observe pets closely for signs of health issues or discomfort and communicate concerns to veterinary staff or managers
- Provide excellent customer service by explaining grooming procedures and addressing client questions or requests
- Support pet care activities such as feeding, walking, or administering basic medications when needed
Experience
- Prior dog handling experience or training in pet grooming is highly preferred
- Experience working with animals in veterinary clinics, kennels, or pet sitting environments is advantageous
- Knowledge of pet grooming techniques, including brushing, trimming, deshedding, dematting, and bathing procedures
- Familiarity with animal restraint methods to ensure safe grooming sessions
- Background in veterinary technician or assistant roles adds valuable insight into animal health considerations
- Ability to lift heavy loads safely when handling large dogs or equipment
- Strong customer service skills with a positive attitude and clear communication abilities
Join us to turn your love for animals into a rewarding career where every day brings new opportunities to make pets look fabulous and owners smile!
Pay: From $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
