Companion Animal Care Pro & Educator

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Companion Animal Specialist to be the primary expert and advocate for the health and welfare of companion animals and aquatic life within the Pet Care Center.

You will support sales, merchandising, and inventory execution while educating customers and partnering with the sales team to deliver an outstanding experience. The role emphasizes animal welfare, hands-on animal care, and collaborative teamwork in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with or caring for companion animals and aquatic life.
• Strong knowledge of animal care, husbandry, and maintenance practices.
• Demonstrated ability to educate others and communicate effectively.
• Strong customer service mindset with an aptitude for selling behaviors.
• Basic business, math, and inventory management skills.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health, safety, and proper care of all companion animals and aquatic life in accordance with Petco standards, policies, and procedures.
• Complete and verify required animal care tasks, including hourly animal health checks, wellness documentation, maintenance logs, and incident reports.
• Ensure proper handling, documentation, and care of relinquished and adoption animals.
• Serve as the primary resource for animal care education for customers and PCC partners.
• Adhere to and promote all safety, animal welfare, and loss prevention procedures.

Skills

Animal care

Customer service

Education & teaching

Inventory management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Cashier operations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Pet Care Certification Program

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Companion Animal Specialist to be the primary expert and advocate for the health and welfare of companion animals and aquatic life within the Pet Care Center.

You will support sales, merchandising, and inventory execution while educating customers and partnering with the sales team to deliver an outstanding experience. The role emphasizes animal welfare, hands-on animal care, and collaborative teamwork in a fast-paced retail environment.