Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Tail Waggin’ Dog Ranch in Muncey is hiring a Dog Handler & Kennel Worker to join their team.

If you are someone who is passionate about working with animals and is eager to help provide care for canines, this is the job for you. If you have the enthusiasm, we’ll be happy to provide the training.

Duties

• Assist in caring for dogs including supervision, walking, spending time with them, some behaviour modification, and some assistance with feeding
• Clean dog care areas, including removing waste appropriately
• Must be physically fit and able to be outside in inclement weather
• Available for last minute call in’s if possible as bookings can sometimes be last minute
• React to any escalating situations between dogs with appropriate separation and disciplinary actions (training will be provided)
• Interact with customers dropping off and picking up dogs
• Hours vary depending on need for care but are typically at least 30-40 a week

Qualifications

Must have Valid Drivers License and own transportation to worksite

• Must have good communication skills as communicating with other staff members regarding dog behavior is pivotal in maintaining a safe environment
• Must be interested in and willing to learn dog discipline and behavior modification
• Must be able to react quickly to escalating scenarios to maintain safety of staff and dogs
• Must be able to walk for long periods of time and fairly frequently as some dogs have greater exercise needs (can walk up to 30 minutes 10 times a day for high-energy dogs)
• Must have good customer service skills
• Ability to take initiative and make quick decisions is important.
• Must be open to receiving ongoing feedback and coaching
• Must be willing to implement the feedback and coaching that is provided.

Wage: $19.00/hour to start

We are a cage-free facility with 14 acres of property, 8 acres totally fenced. Dogs are allowed to run freely on walks to get exercise while parents are away!

Company Description

We are a cage-free facility with 14 acres of property, 8 acres totally fenced. Dogs are allowed to run freely on walks to get exercise while parents are away!

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