Future Opening: Dog Trainer

Dan's Pet Care; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Parental leave

Training & development

Job summary

Dan’s Pet Care is seeking an experienced Dog Trainer to join our field team. You will lead both individual and group training sessions, traveling to client homes and training locations to build strong client relationships.

Ideal candidates hold CPDT certification with at least two years of professional training experience, plus solid knowledge of canine behavior and behavior modification techniques. Strong communication and customer service skills are essential.

Qualifications

• CPDT certification or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 2 years professional dog training experience.
• Solid knowledge of canine behavior and behavior modification techniques.
• Must be able to work with dogs of all temperaments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual and group dog training classes.
• Work with dogs of all breeds and sizes on obedience and behavior modification.
• Educate pet parents on proper training techniques and dog behavior.
• Coach and educate our internal team on dog behavior and safe handling practices.
• Travel to client homes and designated training locations.
• Provide exceptional customer service with clear, positive communication.
• Maintain accurate training records and progress updates.

Skills

CPDT Certification

2+ years experience

Dog behavior knowledge

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED Equivalent

Dog Training Certification

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development

We are currently seeking an experienced Dog Trainer to join our team! We are looking for an individual that can demonstrate deep knowledge of dog breeds, behaviors, training tactics, and a successful portfolio. This role will challenge you to not only lead training classes but also work one on one with our clients to build strong client relationships!

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct individual and group dog training classes
• Work with dogs of all breeds and sizes on obedience and behavior modification
• Educate pet parents on proper training techniques and dog behavior
• Coach and educate our internal team on dog behavior and safe handling practices
• Travel to client homes and designated training locations
• Provide exceptional customer service with clear, positive communication
• Maintain accurate training records and progress updates

Requirements:

• Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT) or equivalent certification required
• Minimum 2 years professional dog training experience
• Solid knowledge of canine behavior and behavior modification techniques
• Comfortable working with dogs of all temperaments
• Ability to manage both private lessons and group classes
• Reliable, insured vehicle — this is an on-the-road position
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to work weekends
• Passionate about ongoing learning and aligned with Dan’s Pet Care mission

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED Equivalent
• Dog Training Certification
• Effectively Communicates
• Compensation: $23.00 – $28.00 per hour
• We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Dan’s Pet Care is Long Island’s largest professional pet care company, serving 5,000 client families across 80 towns in Nassau and Suffolk Counties. Founded in 2009, we’ve grown from a solo dog walking operation into a team of 90 W-2 employees delivering dog walking, pet sitting, daycare, and cage-free boarding at Long Island’s only 24/7 staffed cage-free facility in Glen Cove.

We’ve earned 14 industry awards including PSI’s 2021 Pet Sitter of the Year, multiple Best of Long Island honors, and an NYS Senate Empire Award. Apple even featured us as a Small Business Success Story.

What makes us different? We do things the right way. Every team member is a W-2 employee with real benefits — not a 1099 contractor left to figure it out alone. We invest in training, provide the tools and support you need, and build careers, not gigs.

Our core values drive everything we do: Love of Animals. Raise the Bar. Bring Your Best. Peace of Mind. If those resonate with you, you’ll fit right in.

Whether you’re joining our field team or our boarding facility, you’re walking into a company that’s been raising the standard for professional pet care on Long Island for over 16 years — and we’re still growing.