CANINE COACH

At Dogtopia Pewaukee, we believe that every dog deserves regular daycare. Our professional, knowledgeable team enriches dogs’ lives by providing a safe, fun and stimulating environment for them to learn, exercise and socialize and most importantly, to find the sense of purpose that all dogs crave.

Position Requirement & Training Period

No previous experience working with dogs is necessary. We offer extensive training in dog body language and behavior. This position has a probationary training period which includes orientation to the business as a whole, regular check-ins with leadership, a structured educational program, and hands-on learning with our professional staff.

What we offer: Let’s look at what Dogtopia does for you!

· Free dog daycare with successful evaluation

· Discounted dog grooming, boarding, and training services

· Positive, supportive team culture

· Education wage incentives

· Career progression based on performance and interest

· Flexible scheduling based on availability and preference

· Custom training curriculum

· Full time or part time positions are available

What you can offer us:

Have Fun on Camera!

  • Maintain a safe playgroup of off-leash dogs in an enclosed, open play environment
  • Care for all canines as if they were a part of your family. Engage, play, and enjoy the dogs’ company
  • Strive for high customer review ratings by maintaining appropriate web cam presence
  • Engage in positive reinforcement play management
  • Maintain confidentiality in Dogtopia practices and all aspects of the business.
  • Understand and live by our Dogtopia-isms:

o We LOVE life unconditionally like a dog

o We STAY loyal to our pack.

o We CHASE the absolute highest standards of safety.

o We PLAY to our fullest potential.

o We TREAT every day like it’s the Most Exciting Day Ever!

Clean and Safe Environment

  • Keep playrooms clean of messes at all times including but not limited to mopping, sweeping, trash and more.
  • Maintains building care based on established expectations
  • Set up and maintain safety supplies in your playroom during every shift
  • Report any equipment in need of replacement or maintenance
  • Complete appropriate cleaning procedures and tasks to close down the playroom and prepare it for the next shift
  • Be proactive in making sure dogs are always in a clean and safe environment
  • Work with the team to ensure our Quality of Care sets the standards for dog care
  • Respond to and resolve canine safety concerns and complete detailed and accurate reporting
  • Accurately retrieve and dispense food and medication and follow proper cleaning and storing of feeding dishes

Canine Enrichment & Development

  • Establish & practice strong door control
  • Regularly play games, use friendly voice, show love and affection to dogs
  • Address dog behavioral issues proactively and using positive reinforcement, do-no-harm methods
  • Review Individual Development Plans, apply strategies, and update communication log every shift
  • Recommend dogs who develop challenging behaviors for Individual Development Plans
  • Complete Behavior & Activity Logs for each dog in assigned playroom
  • Review and follow pet notes and make suggestions to update notes and descriptions
  • Report dog health and behavior issues right away to ensure communication to pet parents

Please take a moment to watch this short video to learn more about the brand: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9FONo1u85eY. Visit tinyurl.com/applyatdogtopia to apply.

Shift Availability EXAMPLES

Monday – Friday: 6:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; 1:45 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Saturday: 6:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; 9:45 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; 1:45 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Sunday: 6:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; 1:45 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Starting Pay: $13.50 – $14.50 per hour

Benefits:

  • Bring your dog to work (after probationary period and successful meet and greet)
  • Employee discount on boarding & grooming service
  • Flexible schedule
  • On-the-job training
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid training

Ability to Commute:

  • Waukesha, WI 53188 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Waukesha, WI 53188: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time