Experienced Doggy Daycare Handler

The Woofhaus; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental and vision benefits

401(k) with company match

DigIn Shared Ownership Program

Discounted DayPlay

Job summary

WoofHaus in Denver, CO, seeks a dedicated daycare team member to help care for dogs of all sizes. You will ensure safety, monitor health and behavior, and deliver a hospitality-first experience to pet parents during every visit.

You’ll maintain clean play areas, follow feeding and medication protocols, assist with lobby relations, and potentially help with grooming after training. A positive attitude and teamwork are essential for our WoofHaus culture.

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 directly 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 40 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 clean, including clean-up of bodily functions and proper use of cleaning chemicals.
• Follow all feeding, medication, 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.
• May assist with grooming tasks (bathing, brushing, drying) upon completing required training sign-off.
• Pitch in on additional tasks that contribute to the overall culture, pet wellbeing, and hospitality experience at WoofHaus.
• Work respectfully with teammates and maintain a positive, professional attitude at all times.

Skills

Dog behavior knowledge

Kennel operations

Communication skills

Animal handling

Attention to detail

Follow directions

Team player

Calm under pressure

Physical stamina

Indoor/outdoor work

Flexible scheduling

Job description

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 clean, including clean-up of bodily functions and proper use of cleaning chemicals
• Follow all feeding, medication, 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
• May assist with grooming tasks (bathing, brushing, drying) upon completing required training sign-off
• Pitch in on additional tasks that contribute to the overall culture, pet wellbeing, and hospitality experience at WoofHaus
• Work respectfully with teammates and maintain a positive, professional attitude at all times

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 directly 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 40 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

Growth Path

• Demonstrates readiness for Pack Leader 2 by consistently and reliably meeting all job duties.
• Set an example for attendance standards by consistently and reliably showing up to work on time and ready to go.
• Demonstrates an exceptional attention to detail and can communicate effectively with peers and supervisors.
• Expresses interest in taking on new responsibilities and takes the initiative to learn new skills.
• Upholds Dig’s Code of Conduct and positively contributes to team culture and teamwork.

What We Offer

• At Digs, we take care of our pack.
• Dental and vision benefits kick in shortly after your start date, and at 90 days you’re eligible for a 401(k) with up to 4% company match.
• At 6 months, medical benefits become available to full-time teammates, and after one year you can join our DigIn Shared Ownership Program — because we believe the people who build Digs should share in its success.
• Many locations also offer teammates discounted DayPlay as a little extra perk.

About WoofHaus

WoofHaus is a premium dog care company offering DayPlay, Overnight Stays, and Grooming services. We’re built on a simple belief: every pup deserves to feel safe, loved, and at home — and every team member plays a real role in making that happen. Our shared ownership program means employees don't just work here, they have a stake in it.