An Animal Trainer trains animals to become familiar with human voices and contact, and to respond to commands. Trains dogs to assist people with disabilities. May train animals for a health, competition, or show. May train other animals such as horses, dolphins, and apes.
Dog Trainers and Handlers Downers Grove Dog Training and Grooming Naperville, IL Job Details Part-time | Full-time $16 - $20 an hour 2 hours ago Benefits Paid time off Professional development assistance Qualifications Training program Companion animal handling Customer communication Safety protocol adherence Interpersonal skills Outdoor work experience Dog handling Teaching Full Job Description Experienced Dog Trainer —
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Canine Kingdom Position:
Experienced Dog Trainer Employment Type:
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Monday-Friday About Canine Kingdom Canine Kingdom is a professional dog training, daycare, boarding, grooming, grooming school and trainer school focused on helping dogs and their owners build better communication, obedience, confidence, and long-term behavior. We are growing our training team and are looking for an experienced, motivated dog trainer who takes pride in providing high-quality training and exceptional care. Position Overview We are seeking an experienced dog trainer to join our team full-time, Monday through Friday. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience training a wide variety of dogs and is comfortable working independently with dogs of different breeds, sizes, ages, temperaments, and training backgrounds. This is an active, hands-on position. The trainer will be responsible for conducting training sessions, working with dogs throughout the day, communicating with clients, maintaining accurate training notes, and helping uphold the standards and reputation of Canine Kingdom. Responsibilities Conduct private and/or group dog training sessions Train dogs in obedience, manners, leash skills, impulse control, and behavior modification Work with dogs of varying breeds, ages, sizes, and temperaments Evaluate individual dogs and develop appropriate training plans Communicate clearly and professionally with dog owners Demonstrate training techniques to clients and teach owners how to maintain results at home Safely handle and manage multiple dogs throughout the workday Monitor dog behavior, stress levels, and overall wellbeing Maintain clean, organized, and safe training areas Keep detailed records and progress notes for training clients Follow Canine Kingdom's training philosophy, safety procedures, and facility standards Work as part of a professional training team while also being capable of working independently Maintain a calm, patient, confident, and professional demeanor around dogs and clients Preferred Qualifications 2+ years of professional dog-training experience preferred Experience working with dogs professionally in a training facility, boarding/training program, daycare, kennel, or similar environment Strong understanding of canine behavior and learning theory Comfortable handling difficult, energetic, fearful, reactive, or high-drive dogs Strong leash-handling and dog-management skills Ability to assess a dog's temperament and adjust training methods accordingly Excellent communication and customer-service skills Reliable, punctual, and professional Physically capable of working with dogs throughout the day Comfortable working outdoors and in various weather conditions when necessary Must be willing to follow company training protocols and safety procedures Experience With Working Dogs / Protection Training Experience with working dogs, sport dogs, protection dogs, or advanced obedience is a strong plus. Candidates with experience in areas such as advanced obedience, working-dog training, sport training, scent work, or protection-dog training are encouraged to apply. Protection/working-dog experience is not required for the position, but may provide opportunities for additional responsibilities as Canine Kingdom expands its working-dog programs. What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who genuinely enjoys working with dogs and wants to build a career in the industry.
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Confident without being unnecessarily forceful Patient and consistent Comfortable handling challenging dogs Able to read canine body language Willing to continue learning and improving Professional when interacting with clients Dependable and accountable A team player who takes pride in their work This position is not intended for someone who is simply looking for a job working around dogs. We are looking for a skilled professional who can confidently train dogs and educate their owners. Compensation Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications. Opportunities for increased responsibility and compensation as the trainer develops within Canine Kingdom and takes on advanced training programs. Schedule Full-Time — Monday through Friday Specific daily hours will be discussed during the interview process. How to Apply Please submit your resume along with a brief description of your professional dog-training experience. Applicants with relevant experience may be asked to participate in a practical working interview to demonstrate their dog-handling and training abilities. Canine Kingdom is an equal opportunity employer.
