About us

DPS Pet Care Operations (Patriot's Pet Care) is a state-of-the-art pet care facility in Columbia, SC. We are demanding, customer-centric and our goal is to expand our loyal customer base while creating a myriad of opportunity for our staff in line with their goals and aspirations.

Dog Trainer Responsibilities:

• Consulting with clients to discuss behavioral concerns and training needs.
• Identifying additional behavioral concerns and communicating them to clients.
• Developing suitable training plans for dogs and documenting their progress.
• Teaching dogs to obey basic commands using various training techniques that are best suited to each dog’s personality and attributes.
• Implementing appropriate training programs to address and resolve problem areas, including aggression, separation anxiety, hyperactivity, and biting.
• Ensuring that the training areas are clean and tidy.
• Teaching clients appropriate training methods to enforce and maintain behaviors and skills learned by their dogs during training sessions.
• Contacting clients to schedule training appointments, verify bookings, and inquire into overdue payments.

Dog Trainer Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Certification through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT) is advantageous.
• Sound knowledge of dog training techniques as well as animal behavior and body language.
• Proven experience working as a dog trainer.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong dog handling skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• A love for dogs.
• Patient and enthusiastic.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $30,849.15 - $41,200.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Compensation package:

• Bonus opportunities
• Commission pay
• Tips

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Dog Training / Handling: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person