Top 37 Animal trainer Jobs in Potomac, Md

DOG TRAINING SPECIALIST
BECKYS PET CARE INC —Springfield, VA
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year
- Communication skills
Training Coordinator (Lab Animal)
Priority One Services, Inc —Silver Spring, MD
- $32 - $38 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Military
- Bachelor of Science
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Pet Trainer
PetSmart —Gaithersburg, MD
- $15.10 - $27.88 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Organizational skills
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Professional Dog Trainer
Balanced K9 Training —Prince George's County, MD
- $2,500 - $8,000 a month
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Travel
- Professional development assistance
- Flexible schedule
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Lead Dog Trainer ($20-25/hour)
Fur-Get Me Not —Arlington, VA
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level
- Travel
Veterinary Nursing Trainer - Leesburg, VA
Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) —Poolesville, MD
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Travel
- Travel reimbursement
- Continuing education credits
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ASSOCIATE DOG TRAINER
BECKYS PET CARE INC —Springfield, VA
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- High school diploma or GED
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Dog Trainer
Greenbriar Veterinary Hospital —Frederick, MD
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Organizational skills
- Continuing education credits
- Paid parental leave
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Program Specialist, Dog Training and Foster Program
Friends of Homeless Animals —Aldie, VA
- From $15 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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Pet Groomer & Salon Trainer
PetSmart —Sterling, VA
- $14.24 - $26.25 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Veterinary Nursing Trainer - Chantilly, VA
Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) —Chantilly, VA
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Travel
- Travel reimbursement
- Continuing education credits

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Training Coordinator (Lab Animal)
Priority One Services, Inc —Silver Spring, MD
Coordinate and facilitate AALAS certification preparation and examination processes. American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) certification at…
$32 - $38 an hour
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Responsible for pet parent experience and outcomes conducted over the telephone, in person or online, and responding to pet parent concerns.
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PetSuites —Grove City, OH
Run preset class curriculum or develop class curriculum, where applicable. CCPDT Certification or the ability to obtain certification within one year of…
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DOG TRAINING SPECIALIST

BECKYS PET CARE INC -
Springfield, VA

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time

Qualifications

Companion animal handling
Customer communication
Animal behavior
High school diploma or GED
Communication with pet owners
Positive reinforcement
Behavioral therapy

Full Job Description

The Dog Training Specialist plays a vital role in Becky’s Pet Care’s Walk and Train program by delivering enriching, safe, and behaviorally supportive walks for dogs of all ages and temperaments. This position focuses on implementing positive reinforcement techniques, supporting client education, and collaborating with senior staff to ensure consistent training quality. The ideal candidate is a compassionate, observant trainer eager to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact on dogs and their families.

Skills (Required)
Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with canine body language and basic behavior modification principles.
Handling: Ability to manage dogs of varying sizes and temperaments on leash.
Work Ethic: Strong time management and punctuality.
Communication: Clear, compassionate communication with clients and team members.
Growth Mindset: Willingness to learn and adapt in a collaborative setting.

Experience (Required)
Minimum 1 year of professional experience in dog training or animal behavior.
Demonstrated use of positive reinforcement techniques.
Strong observational and communication skills.

Education (Required)
High School diploma or GED.
Certification or coursework from a recognized training organization (e.g., KPA Foundations, CCPDT coursework).
150+ hours of hands-on experience in a training or enrichment capacity.

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DOG TRAINING SPECIALIST

Training Coordinator (Lab Animal)

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Lead Dog Trainer ($20-25/hour)

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ASSOCIATE DOG TRAINER

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Program Specialist, Dog Training and Foster Program

Pet Groomer & Salon Trainer

Veterinary Nursing Trainer - Chantilly, VA

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