Dog Care Specialist — Safe, Engaging Pet Care

The Dog Stop; Cumming (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid holidays

401(k) benefits

Dog may accompany to work

50% boarding/daycare discount

20% retail discount

20% spa/grooming discount

Training and advancement opportunities

Job summary

The Dog Stop | Cumming – Midway is seeking a Dog Care Handler to provide safe, attentive care for dogs in daycare, boarding, and related services. You will supervise dogs, follow feeding and medication procedures, keep areas clean, and document care accurately.

A reliable team player with strong attention to detail is essential; weekend and holiday availability is expected. Training is provided and opportunities for advancement exist within the company.

Qualifications

• Must be dependable and comfortable working directly with dogs of different breeds, sizes, and temperaments.
• Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to remain calm and make appropriate decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to clean and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Reliable transportation and consistent attendance.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays as scheduled.

Responsibilities

• Actively supervise dogs in indoor and outdoor play yards at all times.
• Monitor canine body language, play styles, energy levels, and group dynamics.
• Recognize signs of stress, illness, or inappropriate behavior and respond according to procedures.
• Maintain dog-to-handler ratios and rotate dogs as directed.
• Follow established feeding and medication procedures exactly as documented.
• Keep kennels, boarding areas, play yards, and care areas clean and organized.
• Provide enrichment activities and document completion of sessions.
• Report injuries or safety concerns promptly to Lead or Manager.
• Greet customers professionally and support front desk as needed.

Skills

Dependable

Follow instructions

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Team player

Physical stamina

Reliable transportation

Weekend/holiday availability

Job description

The Dog Stop | Cumming – Midway is seeking a Dog Care Handler to provide safe, attentive care for dogs in daycare, boarding, and related services. You will supervise dogs, follow feeding and medication procedures, keep areas clean, and document care accurately.

A reliable team player with strong attention to detail is essential; weekend and holiday availability is expected. Training is provided and opportunities for advancement exist within the company.