Certified Dog Trainer — Elevate Pets’ Health & Happiness

PETCO Animal Supplies Stores, Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco is seeking a Certified Dog Trainer to advance its mission of Pet Health and Wellness. You will conduct one-on-one and group training, create customized plans, and guide pet parents toward healthy, happy dogs.

This role emphasizes safety, care, and client education while integrating with grooming and veterinary teams to deliver comprehensive care. The position starts at a rate of $16.80 per hour and requires weekend/evening availability, strong communication, and the ability to handle dogs

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with pet parents and staff.
• Ability to handle dogs of all sizes safely and humanely.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced store environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide world-class dog training services including group and one-on-one sessions.
• Maintain training records and pet parent feedback with accuracy.
• Promote and sell training classes and supplies to support pet health and wellness.
• Collaborate with grooming and veterinary teams to offer holistic solutions.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal

Dog handling

Organization

Weekend/evening availability

Physical stamina

Computer systems

Job description

Petco is seeking a Certified Dog Trainer to advance its mission of Pet Health and Wellness. You will conduct one-on-one and group training, create customized plans, and guide pet parents toward healthy, happy dogs.

This role emphasizes safety, care, and client education while integrating with grooming and veterinary teams to deliver comprehensive care. The position starts at a rate of $16.80 per hour and requires weekend/evening availability, strong communication, and the ability to handle dogs