Top 14 Dog trainer Jobs in Oakland Ca

Professional Dog Trainer – East Bay (Oakland, Hayward, San Leandro)
Medina Dogs Training —Oakland, CA
- $900 - $3,000 a week
- Part-time
- Sales
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Professional development assistance
- Opportunities for advancement
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Veterinary Receptionist (min. 3 year experience)
Montecito Animal Clinic —Pleasant Hill, CA
- $18 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Anatomy knowledge
- Laboratory experience
- Mid-level
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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Puppy Coach / Apprentice Trainer
Hillary's Hound House, Inc —San Rafael, CA
- $22 - $24 an hour
- Full-time
- In-person
- Entry level
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Apprentice Guide Dog Instructor
Guide Dogs for the Blind —San Rafael, CA
- $31.95 an hour
- Evenings as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Driving
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Explosive Detection K9 Handler
ScentWorks K9 LLC —San Francisco, CA
- $65,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Military
- Writing skills
- Paid time off
- Flexible schedule
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Behavior & Training Lead
EAST BAY SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS —Oakland, CA
- $24 - $26 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Junior Trainer/Kennel Hand
Dan Perata Training Inc —San Francisco, CA
- $23 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Case management
- On-the-job training
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Pet Behavior & Customer Research Coordinator (Part-Time)
JJ Studio AI Inc. —Pleasanton, CA
- $27 - $29 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Google Workspace
- Writing skills
- English
- Paid sick time
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Dog Trainer
Petco —Oakland, CA
- $16 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Organizational skills
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Dog Handler/Janitorial
Dan Perata Training Inc —San Francisco, CA
- From $22 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Case management
- On-the-job training
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Dog Daycare Attendant
FUR BNB LLC —San Francisco, CA
- $20 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid training
- On-the-job training
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Canine Coach-Dog Attendant
Aardvarks Adventure Land and Dog Training Center —Vallejo, CA
- $16.90 - $18.00 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Outdoor work
- Paid training
- On-the-job training
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Dog Groomer/Bather
Aardvarks Adventure Land and Dog Training Center —Vallejo, CA
- $17 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Cleaning
- In-person
- Entry level
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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Professional Dog Trainer – East Bay (Oakland, Hayward, San Leandro)

Medina Dogs Training
Oakland, CA

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Job Details

Part-time | Contract
$900 - $3,000 a week

Benefits

Professional development assistance
Opportunities for advancement
Flexible schedule

Qualifications

Animal behavioral training
Leash pulling correction
Companion animal handling
Customer communication
Client education on animal behavior
Driver's License
Driving
Communication with pet owners
Conducting training sessions
Computer skills
Animal behavior assessment
Dog training
Liability insurance
Remote training
Mobile devices
Interpersonal communication

Full Job Description

Job Summary
Medina Dogs Training is a balanced dog training company focused on practical, real-world results for dogs and their families.

We are looking for experienced trainers to work with clients throughout Oakland and the surrounding East Bay. Trainers may work with clients through private in-home training sessions, Board & Train programs, or a combination of both depending on experience, availability, and home setup.

Our training approach uses all four quadrants of operant conditioning and may include food, play, slip leads, prong collars, leash pressure, and low-stimulation e-collars when appropriate. Applicants must be comfortable working within a balanced training system.

We prioritize quality over quantity and are looking for dependable trainers who communicate well with owners and want to build a long-term relationship with Medina Dogs Training.

Services Offered

Puppy Training Programs
Adolescent / Adult On-Leash Training
Adolescent / Adult Off-Leash Training
Behavior Modification, for qualified trainers
Private In-Home Training Sessions
Board & Train Programs
Board & Train Refresh programs
Boarding (previous clients only)

Responsibilities

Run Board & Train programs from your home, if your setup and experience allow
Conduct private in-home training sessions with clients
Train dogs in obedience, household manners, leash skills, recall, impulse control, and real-world behavior
Educate owners and provide clear transfer and follow-up coaching
Monitor each dog's progress and adjust training strategies as needed
Maintain professional and consistent communication with clients
Provide training notes, updates, and records through our client management system
Transport dogs safely for public training and client sessions when applicable
Travel locally for evaluations, private sessions, owner training, and graduations
Provide structured daily training, care, and routines for Board & Train dogs

Board & Train Trainers

Board & Train is a primary part of Medina Dogs Training. Trainers who accept Board & Train clients must have an appropriate home environment where dogs can be safely housed and trained. A secure yard, garage, dedicated training area, or similar setup is preferred.

Trainers who do not currently have the ability to host dogs may still be considered for our private training programs.

Requirements

Professional dog training experience
Strong foundation in on-leash obedience and real-world dog training
Experience with balanced training methods
Comfortable and experienced using prong collars and e-collars appropriately
Comfortable safely handling both large and small dogs
Strong communication and owner-education skills
Reliable transportation and ability to travel locally to clients
Working computer and smartphone for client communication, training records, and virtual sessions
Dependable, professional, and comfortable working independently as a contractor
Appropriate home environment required for trainers accepting Board & Train dogs

Qualifications

2+ years of professional dog training experience preferred
Board & Train experience strongly preferred
Experience training puppies and adolescent/adult dogs
On-leash obedience experience required
Off-leash training experience is a plus
Behavior modification experience, including reactivity, aggression, resource guarding, or separation-related cases, is highly valued
Strong client communication and teaching skills
Social media or sales experience is a plus

Schedule

Flexible: You choose your availability.
We work with our trainers to maintain manageable caseloads, prevent burnout, and allow time off as needed.

Compensation

40% of program revenue
5% for evaluations that result in bookings
Paid at program milestones as a 1099 Independent Contractor
Earnings depend on availability, programs accepted, and caseload
Opportunities available through Board & Train, private training programs, refresh programs, boarding, and other approved training services

Benefits

Flexible schedule
Professional development assistance
Opportunities for advancement (head trainer/operations manager roles)
Ability to determine your availability and caseload
Opportunity to work with both Board & Train and private training clients

Locations
Currently hiring trainers in Oakland and surrounding East Bay communities, including Berkeley, Alameda, San Leandro, Hayward, Castro Valley, San Lorenzo, Richmond, El Cerrito, and neighboring areas.

Trainers should live within reasonable driving distance of the East Bay and be comfortable traveling locally for client sessions, evaluations, and graduations.

To Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter describing your professional dog training experience, training philosophy, experience with balanced training tools, and the types of cases you are comfortable handling.

If you have Board & Train experience, please also tell us about your experience hosting and training dogs in a home environment.

No phone calls, please.

Pay: $900.00 - $3,000.00 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule
Opportunities for advancement
Professional development assistance

Application Question(s):

Do you have experience with board-and-train programs?
How many years of hands-on professional dog training experience do you have?

Experience:

Professional Dog Training: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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dog trainer jobs in oakland ca

Professional Dog Trainer – East Bay (Oakland, Hayward, San Leandro)

Veterinary Receptionist (min. 3 year experience)

Puppy Coach / Apprentice Trainer

Apprentice Guide Dog Instructor

Explosive Detection K9 Handler

Behavior & Training Lead

Junior Trainer/Kennel Hand

Pet Behavior & Customer Research Coordinator (Part-Time)

Dog Trainer

Dog Handler/Janitorial

Dog Daycare Attendant

Canine Coach-Dog Attendant

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