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Dog Day Care & Boarding Handler
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What they do
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.
$31,714 / year median in Michigan
+11% projected growth
Job Description
- Supervise dogs in the indoor & outdoor play areas
- Must be able to handle all types and sizes of dogs while unleashed or leashed
- Continuous cleaning of play areas and kennels
- Customer service while checking dogs in/out of day care and boarding
- Communicating with leadership and other staff members effectively
- Prepare meals for dogs as required & replenish water bowls
- Be on time and dependable
Job Qualifications:
- Must be confident & able to handle all size dogs
- Ability to stay organized in a fast-paced environment
- Must be able to lift 40-50 pounds
- Stand/walk for long periods of time
- Able to clean, sweep, and mop throughout shift
- Strong work ethic
- Team Player, dependable, hardworking, and able to communicate effectively
- Able to work weekends and holidays Must be at least 18 years of age, have a valid driver's license, and have your own vehicle!