What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dog Daycare Attendant and Trainer position at Positive Pooches?
Join the Pack at Positive Pooches as a Dog Daycare Attendant and Trainer!
Do you love dogs and dream of spending your day surrounded by wagging tails and happy barks? Positive Pooches, located in Algona, WA, is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Extraordinary Enrichment Dog Daycare Attendant to join our team. If you’re passionate about providing top-notch care for our furry friends and want to work in a supportive and fun environment, we’d love to hear from you!
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Dog Daycare Attendant, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the safety, happiness, and well-being of the dogs in our care. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
- Supervising and engaging with dogs in playgroups, ensuring safe interactions. Monitoring dog behavior and addressing any issues that arise.
- Cleaning and maintaining a safe, sanitary environment (yes, this includes handling urine, feces, and vomit).
- Communicating effectively with team members and with dog owners.
- Being an active part of the Positive Pooches team, whether working independently or collaborating with others.
- Assisting in our Extraordinary Enrichment daycare program. Each week is a different theme and activity.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking someone who’s ready to roll up their sleeves and dive into the rewarding world of dog daycare. To thrive in this role, you should:
- Be comfortable lifting up to 45 lbs, twisting, and standing for extended periods.
- Have no fear of handling the less glamorous side of pet care (urine, feces, vomit—it's all part of the job!).
- Be able to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Bring a positive attitude and a genuine love for dogs.
- Able to work mornings - We start at 6am here!
- Interest in dog behavior and dog training. No prior experience is required—just a willingness to learn and grow with us!
Perks of Joining Positive Pooches
We value our team members and offer some fantastic benefits to show our appreciation:
- Uniform provided to keep you comfortable and professional.
- Free dog daycare after the trial period—your pup can join the fun too!
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Pay to support your well-being.
- 401K plan to help you plan for the future.
- Continuing Education to keep you up-to-date on current skills and techniques. Lots of advancement opportunities to grow into dog training and manager positions.
Why Positive Pooches?
At Positive Pooches, we’re more than just a dog daycare—we’re a community of passionate pet lovers who believe in providing a safe, fun, and loving environment for every dog that walks through our doors. We are a training-based enrichment daycare. We take pride in creating a workplace where our team members feel valued, supported, and excited to come to work every day.
Ready to Join the Pack?
If this sounds like the perfect fit for you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and take the first step toward a fulfilling career surrounded by happy pups and a team that feels like family.