Job Details
Working with dogs is not easy, and we are looking for dedicated people who have serious passion for the pets in our care.
Experience IS required! Compensation is dependent on experience.
If you think this job is about playing with puppies all day, please do not apply.
We proudly employ a team of A+ PLAYERS.
Are you one?
Never late to work
Thrives under pressure
Likes to give and receive feedback
Team player, but can confidently work alone
Able to pass a background check and drug test
Able to be physically active from beginning to end of shift
Can work without their cell phone
Can work some weekends/holidays
Likes to have FUN while they work!
Multitasker
Detailed oriented
Caring
Dog Lover
Thinks that complaining, negativity, and drama are the worst sounds on earth
Amazing Attitude
Communicates clearly and honestly
Can lift 50+ lbs
Did you know?
We opened in 2004 and are locally owned.
We are a fast-growing company with plenty of opportunity for the right candidate.
We hire full and part time.
We offer double time on 6 holiday days.
We offer free and discounted services.
We celebrate our successes with our employees.
We have a team of 17+ employees, whose ages range from 18 – 61.
Why do we come to work each day?
Our purpose is to provide a safe, fun, and interactive experience for the dogs in our community.
We create a family atmosphere and deliver peace of mind.
Our Values
We provide exceptional care for our dogs in a safe and clean environment
We are dedicated to providing quality customer service.
We communicate openly and honestly.
We are dedicated to each other’s personal growth and education.
We celebrate accomplishments and reward A+ players.
We allow everyone an equal opportunity to succeed.
We have fun while we work.
We treat each other with respect.
We are open to and supportive of change and continuing improvement.
We are a profitable and fiscally responsible company.
We work through support and cooperation.
We support a balance between work and home.
Here are the qualities we are looking for in our applicants:
We are looking for awesome co-workers that can step into the role of the positions listed below:
PLAYGROUP LEADER works directly with the dogs, supervising play groups.
Staff are actively engaged with the dogs, working on obedience commands, managing group energy level, and monitoring all dog activities.
This is where everyone starts within our organization.
RUNNER works directly with dogs, front desk, manager, facility owners and customers.
We promote from within, so this position can only be filled by an employee that demonstrates leadership qualities.
Must start out as a play group leader.
FRONT DESK works directly with playgroup leaders, runners, customers and facility owners and managers.
Preferably someone that knows the software Gingr, but we are willing to train.
We promote from within, so this position can only be filled by an employee that demonstrates leadership qualities and has strong communication and computer skills.
Be prepared to:
* Be on your feet, active, and attentive most of your shift
* Get dirty
* Learn a ton about dogs
Requirements
Must love dogs!!! If you're not crazy about the pooches, you will hate this job.
This is not a job for everyone.
Working with dogs can be (at times) exhausting, infuriating, disgusting and overwhelming.
If you really love dogs though, it can also be exciting, amusing, and overall very rewarding.
Applicants should be comfortable handling all types of dogs in a humane manner.
You should be able to work equally well either independently or as a team.
Along with a strong work ethic and physical stamina, you must be responsible, honest, patient, prompt and very dependable.
You must possess good written and verbal communication skills, a sense of humor and most importantly, a positive attitude.
MUST BE ABLE TO WORK SOME WEEKENDS, HOLIDAYS AND OCCASIONAL OVERNIGHTS.
We're looking for people that want to work with dogs, not people who think working with dogs means playing and goofing around with them all day.
If you think you're the right person, we look forward to meeting you.
If you are an A+ player, will support our purpose, and will live our values every single day, please follow the following directions to submit an formal application.
Applications accepted: Monday - Friday - 9:00 - 12:30 ONLY
Come to:
3511 Milam Street
Houston, TX 77002