Dog Groomer

About This Role

Joining a dynamic team as a Dog Groomer, this role combines a passion for animals with grooming talent to create happy, healthy, and beautifully cared-for pets. You will provide professional grooming services that enhance each dog’s appearance and comfort while ensuring a positive experience for both pets and their owners. Your expertise in animal handling, pet care, and grooming techniques will help foster a welcoming environment that celebrates the bond between humans and their furry friends.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive grooming services including bathing, brushing, trimming, and styling to meet each pet’s specific needs and breed standards
• Assess each dog’s health and temperament to determine appropriate grooming procedures and ensure safe handling
• Utilize animal restraint techniques skillfully to keep pets calm and secure during grooming sessions
• Maintain cleanliness of grooming tools, stations, and work areas to uphold hygiene standards
• Provide exceptional customer service by communicating effectively with pet owners about grooming needs and aftercare instructions
• Assist with pet sitting or dog walking duties as needed to support overall animal care efforts
• Handle heavy lifting of equipment or large dogs safely and efficiently to prevent injury

Requirements

• Proven experience in pet grooming, dog handling, or animal care roles such as veterinary technician or veterinary assistant is highly desirable
• Knowledge of dog training principles and veterinary experience enhances your ability to manage diverse pet behaviors
• Strong animal handling skills with an understanding of animal restraint techniques and pet care best practices
• Familiarity with kennel operations or heavy lifting requirements related to animal care equipment or large breeds
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with pet owners
• Ability to perform physical tasks including standing for long periods, bending, lifting heavy objects or animals safely

Nice to have:

• Previous experience in pet sitting, pet grooming, or animal handling roles such as equine experience

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Ongoing training opportunities

Important Details

• Employment type: Part-time

About the Company

We are dedicated to supporting your growth in animal care through ongoing training opportunities while fostering a lively environment where your passion for animals makes a real difference. This position offers the chance to develop your skills in a vibrant setting committed to excellence in pet care.