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Lovely pet salon

Dog Groomer

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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.

$32,426 / year median in Virginia

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Overview Join our vibrant team as a Dog Groomer, where your passion for animals and exceptional grooming skills will shine! In this energetic role, you will provide top-quality grooming services that enhance the health, hygiene, and appearance of our furry clients. Your expertise in pet coat styling, animal handling, and customer communication will ensure every pet leaves looking and feeling fantastic. This paid position offers a rewarding opportunity to work with a variety of breeds and sizes, making a positive difference in the lives of pets and their owners every day. Responsibilities Perform comprehensive grooming services including bathing, brushing, hair trimming, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and styling tailored to each pet's breed and individual needs Handle animals with care and confidence, ensuring safe restraint and comfort during grooming procedures Maintain a clean and organized grooming area, including sanitizing tools and equipment after each use Assist with pet handling tasks such as animal restraint and managing pet behavior during grooming sessions Ensure compliance with safety protocols related to heavy lifting, animal handling, and hygiene standardsRequirements Proven experience in pet grooming, dog handling, or animal care roles such as veterinary technician or assistant is highly desirable Knowledge of dog training techniques and veterinary experience is a plus to better understand animal behavior and health considerations Strong animal handling skills with the ability to manage companion animals safely and compassionately Ability to perform pet nail trimming, coat styling, bathing, and other grooming tasks efficiently Willingness to perform heavy lifting when necessary for equipment or large animals Prior experience with animal restraint techniques and general pet care practices is preferred A genuine love for animals combined with a positive attitude that fosters trust and comfort in pets Join us in creating happy, healthy pets through expert grooming! We value energetic professionals dedicated to animal well-being and customer satisfaction. This paid role offers an exciting environment where your skills make a real impact—every day is an opportunity to showcase your talent while building meaningful relationships with pets and their owners.
Pay:
$200.00 per day
Benefits:
Employee discount Flexible schedule
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Flexible Work Schedules
  • Dental Insurance
  • Discounts/Reimbursements