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Bark Canine Club
Dog Handler/Receptionist
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
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.
$39,907 / year median in Nevada
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Dog Handlers at this busy daycare and boarding facility must be energetic and love dogs. Experience, as well as knowledge of dog behavior is a plus. The position also requires excellent human interaction skills as you will be conversing with owners, veterinarians, teammates, etc. Must be able to manage the stress of an often raucous work environment and manage a wide variety of dog-personalities. Receptionist and Handlers are also responsible for maintaining a high standard of cleanliness in the facility, as well as meal preparation, medication administration, cuddling with dogs, speaking to humans, using a computer, and petting dogs.