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Balanced K9 Training
Professional Dog Trainer
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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.
$34,417 / year median in the U.S.
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Professional Dog Trainer Balanced K9 Training Columbia, SC Job Details Full-time | Contract $2,500 - $8,000 a month 1 day ago Benefits Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Qualifications Behavioral interventions Companion animal handling Customer communication Interpersonal skills Animal behavior Direct client contact Pet boarding Pet behavioral modification Obedience training for pets Organizational skills Communication with pet owners Appointment scheduling Phone etiquette Training Dog training Behavioral therapy Time management Full Job Description Balanced K9 Training is looking to hire experienced dog trainers along the East Coast, including Pennsylvania, Ohio, New Jersey, Connecticut, Maryland, DMV, Virginia, Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee, South Carolina , Florida and Delaware. Experience is required. We are primarily a board and train Company. Must be able to work with various types, breeds, ages of dogs. Must be able to Board and Train from your home. We do not have a facility. Have experience with training house pets in a variety of different techniques. Familiar with on leash, off leash, and behavior modification training including aggression and reactivity. Must have at least 2 years of dog training experience/apprenticeship. Have reliable transportation. Be able to communicate effectively with clients. Knowledgeable on food reward systems and the e-collar, as well as many other tools. Must be able to board/house client pets in home during training. Be responsible for your own work schedule, keeping a schedule with clients, and communication Maintain a neat appearance. Must be self motivated and self sufficient. Have references for work experience. Be able to attend a working interview. Must be willing to travel. Team mentality and hard work ethic. Willingness to Learn; Must be coachable and teachable. Specialty training such as service dog experience is desired but not a requirement.