Dog Bather

Urban Dog; Hoboken (NJ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Urban Dog Co. in Hoboken is seeking a caring dog bather to join our grooming spa. You’ll help dogs feel comfortable while ensuring they leave clean, dry, and ready for finishing touches.

You’ll bathe dogs, brush and dry, clean ears and nails, and assist the groomers during busy periods. A genuine love of dogs and reliability are essential; grooming experience is a plus, but training is available.

Qualifications

• Genuine love of dogs with a calm, gentle approach.
• Reliability and attention to detail.
• Comfort standing for long periods and handling dogs of different sizes.
• Willingness to learn; grooming experience is a plus but training may be provided.

Responsibilities

• Bathe dogs using products appropriate for their coat and skin.
• Brush, dry, and prepare dogs for grooming appointments.
• Clean ears, trim nails, and perform other basic services you’re trained to provide.
• Handle dogs patiently and safely, and alert the groomer to any health or behavior concerns.
• Keep bathing stations, tools, and shared areas clean and organized.
• Help welcome clients and support the grooming team during busy periods.

Skills

Love of dogs

Reliability

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Calm demeanor

Patient with dogs

Job description

Urban Dog Co. is looking for a caring, dependable dog bather to join our grooming spa. You’ll help dogs feel comfortable while making sure they leave clean, dry, and ready for their finishing touches.

What you’ll do

Bathe dogs using products appropriate for their coat and skin

Brush, dry, and prepare dogs for grooming appointments

Clean ears, trim nails, and perform other basic services you’re trained to provide

Handle dogs patiently and safely, and alert the groomer to any health or behavior concerns

Keep bathing stations, tools, and shared areas clean and organized

Help welcome clients and support the grooming team during busy periods

What we’re looking for

A genuine love of dogs and a calm, gentle approach

Reliability, attention to detail, and willingness to learn

Comfort working on your feet and safely handling dogs of different sizes

Grooming salon or animal care experience is a plus, but we’re willing to train the right person