Dog Daycare Attendant

No Leash Needed; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Training

Employee Pet Care Discounts

Tips (where applicable)

Growth opportunities within NVA

Job summary

BreedAbove, a pet resort in Ann Arbor, MI, seeks a full-time Dog Daycare Attendant to supervise play, ensure safety, and provide enriching experiences for dogs throughout the day.

You’ll oversee pack dynamics, monitor behavior, and coordinate with leadership to keep dogs happy and safe in a fast-paced environment. This role requires stamina, attentiveness, and a team-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• Experience or willingness to work with dogs in a daycare setting.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Comfort with indoor/outdoor work in varying temperatures.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to communicate with leadership.

Responsibilities

• Supervise group play sessions with multiple dogs.
• Monitor body language and prevent conflicts.
• Redirect inappropriate behavior calmly and confidently.
• Separate dogs when needed.
• Walk dogs to and from play areas.
• Clean and sanitize play yards throughout your shift.
• Monitor health and report any concerns immediately.
• Document playgroup notes and behavior observations.
• Communicate updates to leadership and pet parents.

Skills

Dog handling

Group supervision

Observational skills

Safety-first mindset

Stamina & fitness

Punctual & reliable

Team player

Job description

Dog Daycare Attendant Full-Time

Do you thrive in high-energy environments? Love dogs — but also understand that safety comes first?

We’re looking for a Full-Time Dog Daycare Attendant to supervise group play sessions, manage pack dynamics, and ensure every dog has a safe, structured, and enriching daycare experience. This is an active, fast-paced role that requires focus, stamina, and confidence in a group dog setting.

Who We Are

NVA Pet Resorts is part of National Veterinary Associates (NVA) — the largest private owner of veterinary hospitals and pet resorts in North America, with 1,300+ locations. We’re proud to be in an $8B+ industry that continues to grow as pet parents seek premium, trusted care for their furry family members. At NVA Pet Resorts, our mission is simple: create safe, fun, and loving environments for pets while providing exceptional experiences for our clients and team members

What You’ll Do

As a Daycare Attendant, you are responsible for the safety and structure of the pack.

Your day will include:

• Supervising group play sessions with multiple dogs
• Monitoring body language and preventing conflicts
• Redirecting inappropriate behavior calmly and confidently
• Separating dogs when needed
• Walking dogs to and from play areas
• Cleaning and sanitizing play yards throughout your shift
• Monitoring health and reporting any concerns immediately
• Documenting playgroup notes and behavior observations
• Communicating updates to leadership and occasionally to pet parents
• You will be on your feet most of the day, moving quickly, and staying alert.
• Yes — you will clean messes. Yes — you’ll get dirty. Yes — it can be loud and busy.
• And yes — it’s incredibly rewarding when done well.

What We’re Looking For

• We’re seeking someone who is:
• Confident supervising groups of dogs
• Knowledgeable (or willing to learn) about dog behavior and pack dynamics
• Calm, assertive, and safety-focused
• Physically active and comfortable standing for long periods
• Detail-oriented with strong observation skills
• Reliable and punctual
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude

You must be able to:

• Lift up to 60 lbs
• Handle dogs of all sizes safely
• Work indoors and outdoors in various temperatures
• Work weekends and holidays
• Stay focused in a noisy, fast-moving environment

Work Schedule

• Full-Time
• Monday–Friday shifts
• Weekend availability required
• Holiday availability required

Benefits & Perks

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Training
• Employee Pet Care Discounts
• Tips (where applicable)
• Growth opportunities within NVA

Equal Opportunity Employer

NVA Pet Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.

BreedAbove is a pet resort located in Ann Arbor, MI. Safety is the #1 mission in everything we provide at BreedAbove. From the Pet Salon and Spa to the DayStay Program to the NightStay Hotel Suites, BreedAbove provides excellency in the leadership, staff and facility design to create the highest quality dog services for both the pet and their humans.