Certified Dog Trainer – Holistic Pet Wellness & Training

Petco; Frisco City (AL); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco is seeking a Certified Dog Trainer to advance our mission as a Pet Health and Wellness company. You will provide one-on-one sessions, group classes, and personalized training plans to help pets and their parents achieve well-behaved, happy, healthy dogs.

In addition to training, you’ll engage with guests to recommend nutrition, services, and essential supplies, while collaborating with grooming and veterinary teams to deliver holistic care.

Qualifications

• Passion for animal care, training, and welfare and a genuine interest for improving the lives of pets and their pet parents.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with pet parents and provide clear instructions, demonstrations and applicable selling techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to handle and work with dogs of all sizes, ages, and breeds in a safe and humane manner.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities effectively.
• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed to accommodate the training schedule and store operations.
• Physical stamina to stand, walk, bend, and lift heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) associated with dog training equipment and supplies.
• Familiarity with computer systems and software to manage training records, schedules, and communication with pet parents.

Responsibilities

• Provide World Class Dog Training Services.
• Run dog training sessions, classes and personalized plans.
• Offer 360-degree solutions for pet guests with product recommendations.
• Keep accurate records of training sessions and progress.
• Maintain safety and humane handling of all dogs.
• Collaborate with grooming and veterinary teams for holistic care.
• Complete ongoing training to stay expert in the role.

Skills

Pet care passion

Excellent communication

Dog handling (various sizes)

Organizational skills

Weekend/evening availability

Physical stamina (up to 50 lbs)

Computer literacy

Job description

Petco is seeking a Certified Dog Trainer to advance our mission as a Pet Health and Wellness company. You will provide one-on-one sessions, group classes, and personalized training plans to help pets and their parents achieve well-behaved, happy, healthy dogs.

In addition to training, you’ll engage with guests to recommend nutrition, services, and essential supplies, while collaborating with grooming and veterinary teams to deliver holistic care.