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Star Buddies at Dog Star Ranch! Join a team that treats dogs like family and believes safety, fun, and excellent care go paw‑in‑paw. If you love dogs and love working hard to keep them safe, healthy, and happy… we'd love to meet you. What's a Star Buddy? Star Buddies are the heart of Dog Star Ranch. You're the primary handler and caregiver for the dogs in our daycare and boarding programs. Current shift available Wednesday through Sunday 11:30am - 7:30pm You'll thrive in this role if you… Love dogs and want to learn how to lead groups safely Enjoy staying active and being hands‑on Communicate clearly with teammates and dog parents Notice details quickly — changes in behavior, health, or routines Work well in a fast‑paced, team‑focused environment

What You'll Do:

Monitor and manage groups of daycare and boarding dogs Ensure every dog is safe, healthy, and well cared for Feed dogs and manage individual diets Oversee runs and boarding areas Maintain a clean, sanitized environment throughout your shift Notice and report changes in behavior or health Learn and remember every dog in our care Assist with customer questions in a friendly, knowledgeable way Help with arrivals and departures Double‑check dog inventory at check‑in and checkout Bathe or blow out dogs who need cleanup before heading home

What We're Looking For:

Reliable, positive team members Comfort working around all breeds and sizes Ability to lift, bend, clean, and stay on your feet Love of dogs — and willingness to learn the right way to handle them Weekend and holiday availability (we care for dogs 365 days a year)

Why You'll Love Working Here:

A fun, supportive team Tons of hands-on experience with dogs Consistent training so you always feel confident and prepared Amazing dog clients and a culture focused on safety and positive handling Ready to join the Dog Star Ranch pack? Apply today! We can't wait to meet our next Star Buddy.