We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced dog trainer to conduct one-on-one and group training sessions with clients' dogs. The dog trainer's responsibilities include evaluating dogs’ temperaments, providing regular progress updates to clients, and teaching clients how to reinforce good behavior. You should also be able to answer clients' questions regarding training, behavioral issues, boarding, and any pricing.

To be successful as a dog trainer, you should be patient and passionate about training dogs. Ultimately, an exceptional Dog Trainer should have sound knowledge of various dog training techniques and demonstrate excellent communication, dog handling, and problem-solving skills.

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 after every session
-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, and verify bookings

Dog Trainer Requirements:

-High school diploma or GED
-Certification through the Certified Dog Trainer (CATCH CTA)

-Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CPDT-KA, CPDT-KSA, CBCC-KA)

- International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (CDBC)

- OR successfully completed the Camp Bow Wow Dog Trainer Course- onsite

-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
-Patient and enthusiastic

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Compensation package:

• Bonus opportunities
• Tips

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• dog training: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• dog training certification (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Warner Robins, GA 31088: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person