Dog Trainer

DOG BROTHERS INC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

DOG BROTHERS INC is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced dog trainer to join their team at K9s place in New York. The role involves training dogs using various techniques tailored to individual personalities, while actively engaging with clients to ensure successful training outcomes. A passion for dogs and effective communication are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of dog training experience required.
• Sound knowledge of dog training techniques, animal behavior and body language.
• Strong communication skills and a love for dogs.

Responsibilities

• Identifies behavioral concerns and communicates them to the head trainer.
• Develops suitable training plans for dogs and documents their progress.
• Teaches clients appropriate training methods and maintains clean training areas.

Skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Dog handling

Patience

Enthusiasm

Education

Dog training experience

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced dog trainer to join our team at K9s place!

To be a successful dog trainer with us, you should be patient and passionate about training dogs. Ultimately, an exceptional Dog Trainer should have sound knowledge of various dog training techniques and demonstrate excellent communication, dog handling, and problem-solving skills.

Dog Trainer Responsibilities:

Identifies behavioral concerns and communicates them to the head trainer

Develops suitable training plans for dogs and documenting their progress

Teaches dogs to obey basic commands using various training techniques that are best suited to each dog’s personality and attributes

Ensures that the training areas are clean and tidy

Teaches clients appropriate training methods to enforce and maintain behaviors and skills learned by their dogs during training sessions

Dog Trainer Requirements:

Sound knowledge of dog training techniques as well as animal behavior and body language

Proven experience working as a dog trainer

Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills

Strong dog handling skills

Effective communication skills

A love for dogs

Patient and enthusiastic

1-2 years of dog training experience required

20-40 hours/week

Full time/Part time

Pay: $16-$20/hr