Part-Time Certified Dog Trainer | Grow with Pet Wellness

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Petco in Sterling, VA is seeking a Part-time Certified Dog Trainer to join our Pet Care Center team. You will deliver one-on-one training sessions, lead group classes, and offer guidance on training plans to help dogs and their owners achieve meaningful progress.

You’ll earn by helping guests select appropriate classes and services, maintain training records, and collaborate with grooming and veterinary teams to support overall pet health and wellbeing. Weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with pet parents and demonstrate training methods.
• Ability to handle dogs of all sizes, ages, and breeds safely and humanely.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple training sessions and records.

Responsibilities

• Provide Dog Training Services including one-on-one sessions and group classes.
• Recommend and sell appropriate dog training classes and supplies to clients.
• Maintain training records and progress notes; collaborate with grooming and veterinary teams.

Skills

Excellent communication

Dog handling

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Stamina

Job description

Petco in Sterling, VA is seeking a Part-time Certified Dog Trainer to join our Pet Care Center team. You will deliver one-on-one training sessions, lead group classes, and offer guidance on training plans to help dogs and their owners achieve meaningful progress.

You’ll earn by helping guests select appropriate classes and services, maintain training records, and collaborate with grooming and veterinary teams to support overall pet health and wellbeing. Weekend availability is required.