An Animal Care Worker or Manager manages animal care and grooming for a retail store that sells pets or for a pet grooming business. May also provide animal care and grooming at a kennel. Works with animals in shelters or rescue organizations. Works primarily with dogs and cats. Assists veterinarians with vaccinations or other procedures; screens people who want to adopt an animal from a shelter and provides information about caring for animals.
Pet Groomer Salty Dawg Pet Salon and Bakery Columbus, GA Job Details Part-time | Full-time $26.07 - $31.39 an hour 15 hours ago Benefits Paid time off Employee discount Flexible schedule Qualifications Customer communication Full Job Description Job Summary Join our dynamic team as a Pet Stylist/Groomer, where your passion for animals and grooming expertise will shine! In this energetic role, you will provide top-quality grooming and pet styling services, ensuring every furry client looks and feels their best. Your skills in animal handling, coat styling, and customer communication will create a positive experience for pets and their owners alike. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to combine your love for animals with professional growth in a lively, supportive environment. Duties Perform pet grooming services including bathing, brushing, trimming, and styling to meet breed standards and owner preferences Handle animals safely and confidently using proper restraint techniques to ensure their comfort and safety during grooming procedures Provide pet nail trimming, ear cleaning, and other grooming maintenance tasks with precision and care Communicate effectively with pet owners to understand grooming requests, provide updates, and offer pet care advice Assist with animal handling tasks such as dog training, veterinary assistance, or kennel management as needed Maintain cleanliness of grooming stations, tools, and equipment to uphold health standards Support pet care activities including animal restraint, feeding assistance, or light veterinary-related tasks if required Experience Prior experience in pet grooming or styling is highly preferred Knowledge of dog training techniques and veterinary procedures enhances your ability to handle animals confidently Veterinary technician or assistant experience is a strong asset for understanding animal health needs Experience working with various animals such as dogs, cats, or horses demonstrates versatility in animal handling Excellent customer service skills to communicate effectively with pet owners and foster trust Ability to perform heavy lifting when necessary for handling larger animals or equipment Familiarity with kennel operations, pet sitting duties, or animal restraint practices is beneficial Join us to make a difference in pets' lives while building a rewarding career in a lively environment that celebrates your passion for animals!
