Dog Care Professionals

Best Friends Fur Ever; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k)

Paid leave

Paid training

Advancement opportunities

Bring your dog to work

Job summary

Best Friends Fur-Ever in Maryland is seeking dependable Dog Handlers to supervise playgroups, ensure safe socialization, and provide enrichment in a fast‑paced animal care environment. The role includes feeding, medication administration, kennel care, and maintaining clean, organized spaces.

You will work as part of Resort Operations, with shifts that may include early mornings and evenings. This position offers growth opportunities, benefits, and a supportive team focused on canine wellness.

Qualifications

• Comfortable handling dogs of all sizes and energy levels.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stay active throughout shifts.
• Reliable attendance and strong teamwork skills.
• Strong communication and customer service abilities.
• Comfortable using computers and mobile software systems.
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Supervise dog playgroups and monitor behavior to ensure safe interactions.
• Use positive reinforcement and proper handling techniques to support healthy play and socialization.
• Observe dogs for signs of stress, illness, injury, or fatigue and report concerns promptly.
• Provide individualized care including feeding, enrichment, medication administration, and kennel support.
• Clean and sanitize kennels, play areas, equipment, and common spaces.
• Maintain accurate care, feeding, and behavior records.
• Communicate professionally with team members and pet parents.
• Follow all company safety, sanitation, and animal care procedures.
• Assist with additional operational duties as needed.

Skills

Dog handling

Teamwork

Communication

Physical fitness

Computer skills

Weekend availability

Job description

About Us

Best Friends Fur-Ever provides professional dog daycare, boarding, and grooming services in a safe, structured, and enriching environment focused on canine wellness and positive care. We are passionate about creating a fun, clean, and secure environment for every dog in our care while delivering outstanding service to pet parents.

Position Overview

We are seeking dependable, energetic, and compassionate Dog Handlers to join our Resort Operations team. In this hands‑on role, you will supervise dog playgroups, ensure safe social interactions, provide enrichment activities, monitor canine health and behavior, and maintain a clean and organized facility.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment, loves dogs of all sizes and personalities, and is committed to providing exceptional animal care.

Responsibilities

• Supervise structured dog playgroups and monitor behavior to ensure safe interactions.
• Use positive reinforcement and proper handling techniques to support healthy play and socialization.
• Observe dogs for signs of stress, illness, injury, or fatigue and report concerns promptly.
• Provide individualized care including feeding, enrichment, medication administration, and kennel support.
• Clean and sanitize kennels, play areas, equipment, and common spaces.
• Maintain accurate care, feeding, and behavior records.
• Communicate professionally with team members and pet parents.
• Follow all company safety, sanitation, and animal care procedures.
• Assist with additional operational duties as needed.

Qualifications

Required

• Comfortable handling dogs of all sizes, breeds, and energy levels.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and remain physically active throughout shifts.
• Reliable attendance and strong teamwork skills.
• Strong communication and customer service abilities.
• Comfortable using computers and mobile software systems.
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Preferred

• Experience in dog daycare, boarding, grooming, training, veterinary, rescue, or related animal care environments.
• Knowledge of canine behavior and enrichment techniques.
• Pet First Aid and/or CPR certification.

Schedule

Typical shifts may include:

• 5:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Flexible scheduling available for both full-time and part-time team members.

Work Environment

• Fast-paced and physically active environment.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and cleaning.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, noise, cleaning products, and wet environments.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) provided as needed.

Compensation & Benefits

Full-Time Team Members Eligible For:

• Competitive hourly pay
• Medical benefits
• 401(k) program
• Paid leave
• Paid training and development opportunities
• Advancement opportunities
• Bring your dog to work perk

Why Join Best Friends Fur-Ever?

At Best Friends Fur-Ever, we believe our team creates the experience for every pet and pet parent. We value compassion, teamwork, safety, and a genuine love for animals. If you are passionate about dog care and want to grow in the pet care industry, we would love to hear from you.