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Pet Care Specialist

Savvy Paws Pet Resort
Canton, GA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/13/2027

Open Interviews

We invite you to attend an open interview for our available position during one of the following times:

  • September 16th: 10:30am to 1:30pm
  • September 17th: 10:00am to 2:00pm

No appointment is required! Simply stop by during any of the times listed above and be prepared to discuss your qualifications and interest in the position.

If you are unable to attend during these times, please send us a message through Indeed or by email, and we will be happy to arrange an alternative interview time with management.

Please do not call our office! All communication should be through Indeed messages or email.

Thank you!

Location:

310 Adam Jenkins Memorial Dr

Suite 100

Canton, GA 30115

Savvy Paws Pet Resort

Would you love working for a company where you can interact with dogs all day? At Savvy Paws Pet Resort, you can do just that—plus enjoy vacation days, benefits, and more!

Work Schedule, Shifts are typically:

  • 6:30 AM – 2:30 PM or
  • 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Monday–Friday (4 weekdays)
  • Saturday or Sunday (1 day a weekend): 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
  • 5 day work week but always 2 days off

Schedules are subject to change based on business needs.

About the Company

Founded in January 2009, Savvy Paws Pet Resort has become the premier boarding and daycare facility in Cherokee County. Our professional, knowledgeable, and friendly staff is dedicated to creating a safe, fun, and stimulating social environment for dogs. We are a boarding and daycare facility with a creative twist — everything can be done indoors!

The Position: Pet Care Associate

The Pet Care Associate is responsible for the overall care of all dogs within the resort. Under the direction of the Kennel Supervisor, this role ensures the cleanliness of suites and yards, as well as the proper feeding and handling of all dogs.

Candidates must be able to apply knowledge and skills when handling dogs of varying temperaments and must be comfortable gaining a dog’s trust when restraining them for grooming and/or treatment.

Responsibilities

  • Observe dogs’ appearance and activity to monitor general physical condition and identify signs of illness or distress
  • Thoroughly clean and disinfect all areas of the pet resort as needed
  • Feed the appropriate types and amounts of food to each dog
  • Handle and restrain dogs, including those that may be difficult to control
  • Maintain and clean all equipment and tools used in daily duties

Working Conditions

  • Primarily indoor work, with some outdoor duties
  • Exposure to odors and noise
  • Potential exposure to bites, scratches, animal waste, and contagious canine illnesses

Minimum Qualifications

  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly
  • Ability to handle dogs weighing up to 150 lbs
  • Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods
  • Physical strength and agility to safely capture and restrain active or strong dogs

Why Apply?

  • Friendly work environment
  • Competitive pay
  • 5-day work week
  • Benefits including vacation days, insurance, and sick leave
  • Advancement opportunities

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. Apply through Indeed only.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 - $16.50 per hour

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14 - $17

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