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DOG GROOMER, PT
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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.
$31,006 / year median in North Carolina
+16% projected growth
Job Description
DOG GROOMER, PT
Dogs' Best Friend 225 - DPINEHURST AVE. SOUTHERN PINES, NC 28387
Your pets are more than part of the family; they're your best friends. The staff at Dogs' Best Friend understands this and is committed to their care during their stay, whether they come for a day or spend a whole vacation with us. We offer personalized dog and cat boarding services, interactive games and activities for doggie day care guests and professional grooming.Responsibilities:
- Perform a full range of grooming services, including bathing, brushing, and drying.
- Provide professional haircuts and styling according to breed standards or owner requests.
- Trimming nails, cleaning ears, and expressing anal glands as needed.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary grooming environment.
- Interact positively with clients to build lasting relationships and ensure their satisfaction.
- Monitor pets for any signs of skin or health issues and report them to owners.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a professional dog groomer.
- Skilled in handling various breeds, sizes, and temperaments.
- Proficiency in all standard grooming techniques and tools.
- Strong customer service and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A genuine passion for animal care and a commitment to their well being.