Dog Daycare Manager

All Bright Canines; Oakdale (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

A dog daycare facility in Oakdale, Connecticut is looking for a motivated Dog Daycare Manager to lead daily operations. This hands-on role involves overseeing staff, ensuring safety and welfare of dogs, and maintaining high standards for cleanliness. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in animal care, strong communication skills, and the ability to make decisions in a fast-paced environment. Competitive salary and growth opportunities are offered based on experience.

Qualifications

• Previous professional experience in animal care facilities.
• Experience supervising staff and managing operations.
• Strong understanding of canine safety and group play management.
• Ability to make calm, confident decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the daycare.
• Supervise and train daycare staff.
• Communicate with clients about their dogs.
• Communicate clearly with clients about their dogs' needs and progress.
• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and animal welfare standards.
• Assist scheduling, reporting, and operational organization.

Skills

Dog body language understanding

Supervisory experience

Excellent communication skills

Customer service skills

Calm decision-making in fast-paced environments

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Now Hiring: Dog Daycare Manager 🐾

We are seeking an experienced, motivated Dog Daycare Manager to lead daily operations at our dog daycare facility. This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who truly understands dogs, people, and professional animal care environments.

Requirements (must-have):

• Previous professional experience working at an animal care facility (dog daycare, kennel, boarding facility, shelter, veterinary clinic, or similar)
• Demonstrated experience supervising staff and managing daily operations
• Strong understanding of dog body language, group play management, and canine safety
• Ability to make calm, confident decisions in a fast‑paced environment
• Excellent communication and customer service skills

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily daycare operations and ensure a safe, enriching environment for all dogs
• Supervise, train, and support daycare staff
• Monitor dog playgroups and intervene appropriately when needed
• Communicate clearly and professionally with clients regarding their dogs
• Maintain facility standards for cleanliness, safety, and animal welfare
• Assist with scheduling, reporting, and operational organization

Preferred:

• Experience with positive reinforcement handling
• Knowledge of canine behavior, enrichment, or stress reduction
• Management or leadership training in an animal‑related field

What We Offer:

• A supportive, dog-centered work environment
• Opportunity to lead and shape a quality animal care program
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Growth potential within the organization