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Companion Canine Dog Training

Professional Dog Trainer

Pay: $42,640/yr

Posted: 07/10/2026

Location: Jacksonville, OR (Onsite)

Last Updated: 10 hours ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/15/2026

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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.

$42,782 / year median in Oregon

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

We are looking for an experienced dog trainer or experienced dog handler to join our team at Companion Canine Dog Training! Required Availability Flexibility PM shifts

Saturday:

full day Ideal days off for you are Sundays and Fridays What We're Looking For Prior hands-on dog training experience Understanding of balanced dog training Ability to coach owners of different skill levels Confidence working with high-energy, nervous, reactive, or challenging dogs Reliable, professional, and team-oriented Able to adjust training plans according to individual dog Social Media savvy Eagerness to help the company grow as well as yourself Responsibilities Conduct private training sessions with clients Run group classes Willingness to help out in any service we offer Coach owners through handling, communication, and follow-through Handle dogs safely and effectively Ability to physically handle and train dogs one on one Detailed note-taking abilities and picture taking skills Maintain consistency with Companion Canine's training standards How to

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Please send your resume and cover letter to train@ccanine.com In your cover letter, please answer the following: Tell us about your dog training experience. What is your understanding of balanced dog training? Have you coached owners with different experience levels? Please explain. Have you worked with difficult or behaviorally challenging dogs? Why are you interested in working with us? Does the required schedule realistically work for you? Are you interested in long-term growth in dog training? Interested in becoming a dog trainer but don't have experience yet? We offer an unpaid internship program for the right candidates who are serious about learning and growing in the field. This could evolve to paid work!

Learn more about us:

www.ccanine.org

Pay:

$16.00 - $25.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person