Puppy & Canine Care Specialist (Breeding)

Paws With A Cause; Michigan; On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Paws With A Cause is seeking a Canine Care Specialist to support the breeding dogs and puppies on campus. The role focuses on care, enrichment, and record keeping, reporting to the Breeding Program Department Manager and coordinating with volunteers.

This full-time position offers a supportive culture, work/life balance, and growth opportunities. Weekend work and holidays may be required; starting pay is $15.75–$16.75 per hour with benefits included.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of breeding department experience or related training preferred.
• Ability to work weekends and some holidays.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, healthy environment for dogs and puppies.
• Maintain enrichment programs and support of dogs and puppies.
• Support breeding processes and production.
• Maintain breeding department supplies.
• Support on-campus breeding volunteers.
• Report canine care and welfare concerns following PAWS procedures.

Skills

Customer Orientation

Reliability

Working under Pressure

Team Player

Task Completion

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Paws With A Cause is seeking a Canine Care Specialist to support the breeding dogs and puppies on campus. The role focuses on care, enrichment, and record keeping, reporting to the Breeding Program Department Manager and coordinating with volunteers.

This full-time position offers a supportive culture, work/life balance, and growth opportunities. Weekend work and holidays may be required; starting pay is $15.75–$16.75 per hour with benefits included.