Dog Trainer

Petco; Union Gap (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco is seeking a Certified Dog Trainer to strengthen the bond between pet parents and their dogs through one-on-one sessions, group classes, and personalized guidance. You will address training goals, nutrition considerations, and select essential supplies to support pets’ wellbeing.

You will engage guests with 360-degree solutions and collaborate with grooming and veterinary teams to provide holistic care for pets and their families.

Qualifications

• Experience providing dog training and guidance to pet parents.
• Ability to sell relevant training classes and supplies.
• Strong interpersonal skills and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and group dog training sessions.
• Recommend and sell dog training classes and supplies.
• Maintain records of sessions and progress; collaborate with grooming and veterinary teams.

Skills

Dog training

Customer service

Sales

Job description

Want to help pets live their best lives?

We're proud to be where the pets go and where the pet people go. If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, Petco is the place for you.

Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what's right for pets and people.

• Pet First – Protect & Empower. All pets should Live their Best Life. We put the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do.
• Foster the Fun – Connect & Bond. Our Passion for pets brings us together! We celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through district experiences, products, and services.
• Lets Go! Own & Commit. We are stronger as One Petco team. We bring our unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success.

About Petco

We're proud to be "where the pets go" to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years - from their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood - the boundless boops, missing slippers, late night zoomies and everything in between. And we're here for it. Every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We are 29,000+ strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than 1,500 Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately 7 million animals through in-store adoption events.

Position Overview

As a Petco Certified Dog Trainer, you will play a vital role in furthering Petcos mission as a Pet Health and Wellness company by enhancing the bond between pet parents and their dog companions. Your expertise in modern dog training techniques and positive reinforcement methods will help pet parents develop well-behaved, happy, and healthy dogs. You will provide one-on-one training sessions, group classes, and offer advice on basic training, environmental management, and customized training plans to address specific training goals. In addition to dog training, you'll also be actively engaging with guests to provide 360-degree personalized solutions for the unique needs of pets and pet parents. You'll positively impact the health and wellness of pets by providing recommendations on healthy nutrition, world class services and essential supplies.

Position Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

The Dog Trainer Role Consists Of 2 Core Responsibilities

Provide World Class Dog Training Services

• Attend and successfully pass Petcos 6-week Dog Trainer Instructor Program led by a Petco Certified Dog Trainer Mentor/Academy Instructor.
• Complete all assigned Workday Learning modules and DTIP Student Workbook materials per the DTIP roadmap.
• Recommend and sell appropriate dog training classes, training, and supplies to ensure pet parents and their dogs have the necessary resources for a successful dog training experience.
• Keep accurate records of training sessions, progress, and pet parents' feedback.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
• Work cross functionally with the grooming and veterinary teams to provide holistic whole health solutions for all pet parents.
• Complete and apply ongoing training programs to maintain a high level of expertise in the role.

Provide 360-Degree Solutions for all Petco Guests

• Provide an outstanding guest experience by actively engaging with guests in the recommendation and selection of merchandise and services in accordance with their identified needs.
• Generate future business through a deep understanding of the guest and their pet(s) and connection to our digital platforms.
• Demonstrate a high level of awareness and knowledge for the health