Dog Trainer — Full-Time / Part-Time
Join the K9 Logic Team!
Pay: $18.00–$26.00 per hour, depending on experience
Location: Glendale, CA
Schedule: Weekend availability required
Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
Work Location: In person
Love dogs? Want to turn that passion into a career? Join K9 Logic and learn from experienced professional dog trainers while working hands-on with dogs every day.
About K9 Logic
K9 Logic Dog Training is one of Los Angeles' top-rated dog training companies. We specialize in helping dogs become well-behaved, confident, and reliable while teaching owners the skills they need to maintain those results long-term.
We're looking for a Dog Trainer who is passionate about dogs, enjoys working with people, and wants to build a career in professional dog training.
Whether you're an experienced trainer or someone with a strong foundation in dog handling who is looking to take the next step, we'd love to hear from you.
If you're dependable, hardworking, eager to learn, and genuinely passionate about helping dogs and their owners, we'll help you develop your training skills.
What You'll Do
- Work hands-on with dogs of all breeds, ages, sizes, and temperaments
- Train dogs in obedience, leash skills, manners, and behavior modification
- Work with dogs that may be fearful, reactive, excitable, or challenging to handle
- Follow K9 Logic's training system and protocols
- Safely handle, walk, feed, clean, and care for dogs
- Communicate with dog owners and explain training techniques clearly
- Demonstrate exercises and provide owners with guidance
- Monitor dog behavior and communicate progress with the training team
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe training environment
- Work as part of a professional team
- Continue developing your knowledge and skills as a professional dog trainer
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who is:
- Passionate about dogs and genuinely enjoys working with them
- Reliable and punctual
- Professional and confident
- A strong communicator
- Comfortable working with people as well as dogs
- Able to take direction and follow an established training system
- Willing to learn and accept coaching
- Physically capable of safely handling large and strong dogs
- Comfortable working with dogs of different temperaments and behavior levels
- Able to work independently while also being a strong team player
- Available to work weekends
Professional dog training experience is preferred, but not required.
We are willing to train the right person who demonstrates the right attitude, work ethic, and ability to safely handle dogs.
Preferred Experience
Experience in any of the following is a plus:
- Professional dog training
- Dog daycare or boarding
- Dog walking
- Animal shelters or rescues
- Veterinary or animal-care environments
- Puppy training
- Obedience training
- Behavior modification
- Classical and operant conditioning
- Working with reactive or difficult dogs
- Customer service or client communication
Who Thrives at K9 Logic?
This job is a great fit for someone who wants more than just a job working with dogs.
You should be someone who:
Loves learning. You're interested in understanding why dogs behave the way they do.
Likes being challenged. Every dog is different, and you'll constantly develop your ability to read and work with different behaviors.
Works hard. Dog training is hands-on, physical work and requires consistency.
Can communicate. Being a great dog trainer also means being able to teach and communicate with the owner.
Wants a career. We want to develop talented people and give them opportunities to grow within the company.
Training & Career Growth
You'll have the opportunity to learn directly from experienced trainers and develop practical skills through hands-on experience.
As you develop your skills and take on additional responsibilities, there may be opportunities to advance within the company.
Potential career growth may include:
Training Assistant → Dog Trainer → Senior Trainer → Lead Trainer / Leadership
Why Join K9 Logic?
- Hands-on experience working with dogs every day
- Learn from experienced professional trainers
- On-the-job training
- Professional development opportunities
- Opportunities for advancement
- Supportive team environment
- Employee discount
- Flexible scheduling
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
- Paid training
Compensation
$18.00–$26.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
As you develop your skills and take on additional responsibilities, there may be opportunities for increased compensation and advancement.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and tell us a little about yourself and your experience working with dogs.
If available, please include:
- Training videos
- Videos of you handling or training dogs
- References or letters of recommendation
- Relevant certifications
Training videos are a major plus, especially if they demonstrate your ability to safely handle and train dogs.
To help us get to know you, please also answer these questions when applying:
- What experience do you have working with or training dogs?
- Why do you want to become a professional dog trainer?
- What is your availability, including weekends?
We are looking for someone who wants to learn, work hard, and grow with our team.
Please do not call or drop off resumes in person.
K9 Logic Dog Training
Glendale, CA
www.K9-Logic.com
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
Work Location: In person
