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Dog Trainer

The Dog Wizard - Princeton
Princeton, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 4/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/6/2026

Job description

Come join a creative, fun-loving team dedicated to training and supporting dogs and their owners over dog behavior and obedience. Our company’s objective is to assist in the balanced education of our clients, both furry and not, in their learning journey to bond so that they can communicate effectively in their everyday lives. We pride ourselves on our balanced training methods in bettering the lives of the dogs and people we work with. Continued education is a huge focus for ourselves as trainers as well as for our clients.

General Job Responsibilities:

  • Humanly caring for dogs’ and clients’ health and safety while in our care
  • Upholding company standards as a brand of balanced dog trainers
  • Continued education and self-reflection
  • Running your own group classes
  • Managing your own private lessons
  • Caring and training for your own board and train clients
  • Driving dogs to different locations or training appointments
  • Taking part in social media management
  • Inputting client data into computer software
  • Managing your own schedule and time appropriately
  • Following up with clients and caring about their success in their training programs
  • Travel and overnight stays in different locations for education purposes does occur but is not frequent

Experience & Requirements:

  • Previous experience as a dog trainer is welcomed but it is not required as we do all of our own in-house education to get you started. Previous dog handling experience is preferred.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent is required
  • Your own personal vehicle with a valid driver’s licenses is required
  • Your own personal home with a fenced-in backyard is preferred but not required
  • Ability to board a dog at your home during training is preferred

Compensation:

The compensation for this role in our business is salary and commissioned based. If you are already an experienced dog trainer and have passed our entry exam, pay will be negotiated.

Entry level:

$18-$22/hour

Earn commission on sales after 3 months

Total compensation upto $54,720/year

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

  • If you do not live around Princeton, NJ

While this job is remote and can be done from home you would still need to be in the surrounding area of Princeton NJ to do group lessons and private lessons. Would you be willing to relocate?

Experience:

  • Pet care: 1 year (Preferred)

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • On-the-job training
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance

Schedule:

  • Choose your own hours
  • No nights

Experience:

  • Dog training: 1 year (Preferred)

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: Up to $54,720.00 per year

Ability to Relocate:

  • Princeton, NJ 08540: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $54,720

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