Certified Dog Trainer — Shape Happy, Well-Behaved Dogs

Petco; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 33,062,000 - 41,328,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco in the United States is seeking a Certified Dog Trainer to advance its mission as a Pet Health and Wellness partner. You will lead one-on-one sessions, group classes, and provide guidance on training plans to address each family’s goals and the unique needs of their dogs.

You’ll work with guests to recommend merchandise and services, maintain training records, and collaborate with grooming and veterinary teams to deliver holistic care.

Qualifications

• Passion for animal care and welfare.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle dogs of all sizes and breeds safely.
• Strong organizational skills and multitasking ability.
• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as training schedules require.
• Physical stamina to stand, walk, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Basic computer skills to manage training records and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one dog training sessions and group classes.
• Recommend and upsell training classes, services, and supplies.
• Maintain accurate records of training progress and pet parent feedback.
• Collaborate with grooming and veterinary teams to offer holistic care.
• Deliver excellent guest experiences and understand guest needs in training and products.

Skills

Excellent communication

Dog handling

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Job description

Petco in the United States is seeking a Certified Dog Trainer to advance its mission as a Pet Health and Wellness partner. You will lead one-on-one sessions, group classes, and provide guidance on training plans to address each family’s goals and the unique needs of their dogs.

You’ll work with guests to recommend merchandise and services, maintain training records, and collaborate with grooming and veterinary teams to deliver holistic care.