Part-Time Certified Dog Trainer — Elevate Pets & People

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Petco is seeking a part-time Dog Trainer in Plymouth, MA to deliver one-on-one and group training sessions, support pet parents with environmental management, and design customized plans. You will complete Petco’s Dog Trainer Instructor Program and work with grooming and veterinary teams to provide holistic care.

The role emphasizes customer engagement, product recommendations, and accurate training records while supporting store operations and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with pet parents.
• Demonstrated ability to handle dogs of all sizes, ages and breeds.
• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings and holidays as needed.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and records.

Responsibilities

• Provide world-class dog training services including one-on-one and group classes.
• Attend and complete the Dog Trainer Instructor Program milestones.
• Recommend and sell training classes and supplies based on pet goals.
• Keep accurate records of training sessions and progress.
• Collaborate with grooming and veterinary teams to support holistic pet care.

Skills

Excellent communication

Dog handling

Weekend/evening flexibility

Organizational skills

Tools

Computer systems usage

Job description

Petco is seeking a part-time Dog Trainer in Plymouth, MA to deliver one-on-one and group training sessions, support pet parents with environmental management, and design customized plans. You will complete Petco’s Dog Trainer Instructor Program and work with grooming and veterinary teams to provide holistic care.

The role emphasizes customer engagement, product recommendations, and accurate training records while supporting store operations and safety protocols.