Dog Daycare Pack Leader: Safe, Caring, Growth-minded

Digs Dog Care; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental & Vision

401(k) match

Medical benefits

PTO

Shared Ownership

Job summary

Bark Away, part of Digs Dog Care, seeks a Pack Leader to supervise daycare and boarding dogs. You’ll help keep dogs safe, monitor health and behavior, and deliver a premium, welcoming experience for every pup and pet parent.

This role requires a love for animals, calm problem-solving, and strong teamwork. You’ll maintain cleanliness, follow feeding and medication protocols, assist with grooming, and contribute to a positive culture and guest satisfaction.

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.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow directions closely (written and verbal).
• Strong ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to remain calm and level-headed with a pleasant demeanor.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs., bend, and stand or walk for long periods.
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors with dogs of all sizes and temperaments.
• Available for flexible scheduling, including holidays and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and well-being of all daycare and boarding dogs using proper handling techniques.
• Monitor and proactively address dog health and behavior; report any concerns to your supervisor immediately — zero tolerance for non-approved handling methods.
• Deliver a hospitality-first experience by engaging warmly with every dog and making each visit feel welcoming and stress-free.
• Keep play areas and accommodations clean, including clean-up of bodily functions and proper use of cleaning chemicals.
• Follow all 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)
• Pitch in on additional tasks that contribute to the overall culture, pet wellbeing, and hospitality experience
• Work respectfully with teammates and maintain a positive, professional attitude at all times.

Skills

Dog behavior

Kennel operations

Communication

Animal handling

Attention to detail

Follow directions

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Indoor/outdoor work

Flexible scheduling

Job description

Bark Away, part of Digs Dog Care, seeks a Pack Leader to supervise daycare and boarding dogs. You’ll help keep dogs safe, monitor health and behavior, and deliver a premium, welcoming experience for every pup and pet parent.

This role requires a love for animals, calm problem-solving, and strong teamwork. You’ll maintain cleanliness, follow feeding and medication protocols, assist with grooming, and contribute to a positive culture and guest satisfaction.