Pet Care Specialist

Top Dog Country Club; New Germany (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Pet insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k) with a match

Daycare and boarding benefits

Ability to receive tips

Job summary

Top Dog Country Club in New Germany, Minnesota, is seeking a full- or part-time Pet Care Specialist to join our team. You will supervise outdoor group play, monitor canine wellbeing, and work with a dedicated staff to create a safe, engaging environment for every dog entrusted to our care.

Typical shifts may include 6 AM–3 PM or 12 PM–9 PM, with additional options such as 9 AM–3 PM or 9 AM–6 PM, adjusted for seasonal demand.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Passion for dogs and outdoors; physically active.
• Ability to work with dogs of all sizes.
• Team player with strong work ethic and reliability.
• Ability to work outside in any weather.
• Available to work some holidays and every other weekend.

Responsibilities

• Supervise outdoor group play sessions.
• Monitor canine health and wellbeing; report concerns.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure a safe, engaging environment for canine guests.

Skills

Age 18+

Canine care passion

Teamwork

Reliability

All-weather work

Outdoor activity

Holiday/weekend availability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Top Dog Country Club, a respected and world-renowned vacation club for dogs located in New Germany, Minnesota, is seeking a full- or part-time Pet Care Specialist to join our team. We offer both full-time and part-time positions with competitive compensation ranging from $20 to $26/hour, including tips, based on skill and experience. Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes:

• Medical insurance
• Pet insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) with a match
• Daycare and boarding benefits
• Ability to receive tips

Pet Care Specialists work a variety of flexible shifts. Typical schedules may include shifts from 6 AM to 3 PM or 12 PM to 9 PM, with additional options such as 9 AM to 3 PM or 9 AM to 6 PM, adjusted for seasonal demand. The role requires availability for early mornings, late evenings, every other weekend, and half of the holidays to ensure consistent, high-quality care for our canine guests.

WHAT YOUR DAY IS LIKE

As a full- or part-time Pet Care Specialist, you will contribute to our mission of providing a safe, engaging, and enjoyable experience for each dog entrusted to our care. Your day will include supervising and participating in outdoor group play sessions, encouraging healthy social interactions, and ensuring the well-being of every guest. You will collaborate with a dedicated team to create a welcoming environment, monitor the health and happiness of each pet, and communicate with owners to provide peace of mind while they are away.

WHO ARE WE?

We are a premier vacation destination for dogs located in New Germany, Minnesota, just 20 minutes west of Lake Minnetonka. Dogs enjoy a vacation of their own with 5–6 hours of daily group play and engaging activities led by our caring staff, who help foster positive social skills. Additionally, we donate 10% of profits to the Top Dog Foundation, supporting the rescue of "ElderPups" whose owners can no longer care for them. We offer a collaborative, supportive, and fun environment where passion for animal care and personal growth are celebrated, ongoing training is encouraged, and each employee is valued and empowered to make a difference!

WHAT'S NEEDED FROM A PET CARE SPECIALIST?

• At least 18 years old
• High School Diploma or GED
• Passion for dogs and love for the outdoors and being physically active
• Ability to work with dogs of all sizes
• Ability to work effectively on a team
• Extreme reliability and strong work ethic
• Ability to work outside in any type of weather
• Available to work some holidays and every other weekend

Experience with canine-assistance work or owning pets is a plus!