Junior Pet Stylist: Start Your Grooming Career

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.; Kansas; On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental, vision and more

401k and more

Paid Time Off

Petco Discounts

All the supplies & equipment provided

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. in the United States is seeking entry-level help in grooming to start as a Junior Pet Stylist. You will learn bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning under experienced groomers.

The program emphasizes hands-on training over ten weeks, with a focus on safety, animal welfare, and customer service, plus competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of animal-related experience; shelter volunteering or pet sitting preferred
• Genuine passion for animals and desire to pursue a career in pet grooming
• Basic understanding of dog breeds, behavior, and common grooming practices
• Effective verbal and written communication with pet parents and team members

Responsibilities

• Perform limited grooming services under close supervision (bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, gland cleaning)
• Ensure the well‑being and safety of every animal in the salon
• Provide professional customer service and address grooming inquiries
• Maintain a clean, sanitized grooming area and tools; follow hygiene policies
• Schedule appointments, manage paperwork, and maintain grooming records
• Learn and adhere to Petco grooming policies and standards

Skills

Animal care

Communication

Grooming basics

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. in the United States is seeking entry-level help in grooming to start as a Junior Pet Stylist. You will learn bathing, drying, brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning under experienced groomers.

The program emphasizes hands-on training over ten weeks, with a focus on safety, animal welfare, and customer service, plus competitive pay and benefits.