Dog Daycare Manager

All Bright Canines; Washington; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

All Bright Canines in Washington is seeking an experienced Dog Daycare Manager to lead daily operations at our busy facility. You will oversee playgroups, enforce safety protocols, and supervise staff to deliver compassionate, professional animal care.

We value hands-on leadership, strong communication with clients, and a detail-oriented approach to welfare and cleanliness. This role offers growth opportunities and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Must have previous professional experience at an animal care facility.
• Experience supervising staff and managing daily operations.
• Strong understanding of dog body language and safety.
• Ability to make calm, confident decisions in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

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 as needed.
• Communicate clearly with clients regarding their dogs.
• Maintain facility standards for cleanliness, safety, and welfare.
• Assist with scheduling and operational organization.

Skills

Dog daycare experience

Staff supervision

Communication skills

Dog safety knowledge

Job description

Job Description

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. Looking for someone that has attention to detail, is focused at work, and able to create and enforce protocols.

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