Dog Daycare Pack Leader — Growth, Benefits & Ownership

Bark-Away-Doggie-Daycare; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental and vision benefits

401(k) with company match (up to 4%)

Medical benefits after 6 months

PTO for full-time teammates

DigIn Shared Ownership Program

Discounted DayPlay at many locations

Job summary

Bark Away is a premium dog care company that provides DayPlay, Overnight Stays, Grooming, and Training. This Pack Leader role emphasizes hands-on supervision, health monitoring, and high-quality care for all dogs in daycare and boarding programs.

You'll maintain a clean facility, assist with grooming, and communicate any concerns to supervisors. The position supports a collaborative team and a caring, family-like atmosphere for pets and their guardians.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic dog behaviors and body language.
• Familiarity with kennel operations and animal care.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to handle animals safely and confidently, including large/giant breed dogs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and well-being of all dogs using proper handling techniques.
• Monitor and address dog health and behavior; report concerns to your supervisor immediately.
• Deliver a hospitality-first experience by engaging warmly with every dog and making visits stress-free.
• Keep play areas and accommodations clean, including cleaning up after pets and using cleaning chemicals properly.
• Follow feeding, medication, exercise and allergy protocols for every animal in care.
• Sanitize bedding, dishes, toys, and accessories; restock supplies as needed.
• Assist with lobby customer relations, ensuring pet parents feel informed and at ease.
• Assist with grooming tasks (bathing, brushing, drying).
• Contribute to overall culture, pet wellbeing, and hospitality experience.
• Work with teammates professionally and maintain a positive attitude.

Skills

Dog behavior knowledge

Strong communication

Teamwork

Lift up to 50 lbs

Flexible scheduling

Safety oriented

Job description

Bark Away is a premium dog care company that provides DayPlay, Overnight Stays, Grooming, and Training. This Pack Leader role emphasizes hands-on supervision, health monitoring, and high-quality care for all dogs in daycare and boarding programs.

You'll maintain a clean facility, assist with grooming, and communicate any concerns to supervisors. The position supports a collaborative team and a caring, family-like atmosphere for pets and their guardians.