Dog Daycare Attendant
Job Description
Doggie Daycare Attendant
We are seeking a Doggie Daycare Attendant to join our team at Haven, the Dog Spot! You'll be responsible for the overall care, safety, and well-being of the dogs in our facility, working in a group play environment.
What You'll Do
- Supervise group play with 40+ dogs at a time
- Watch for signs of stress, overstimulation, or conflict
- Evaluate and manage dog temperaments and body language in real time
- Feed dogs accurately according to individual instructions/schedules
- Clean and sanitize play areas, kennels, and common spaces throughout the day
- Communicate clearly with teammates and front desk about any incidents, behavior changes, or client notes
Requirements
- Experienced working with dogs, including handling groups of 10+ at once
- Proactive, takes initiative without needing constant direction
- Comfortable evaluating and responding to dog temperament and body language
- Highly detail-oriented, especially with feeding, medications, and cleaning protocols
- Flexible schedule availability, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays
- Reliable transportation
- At least 18 years of age
- Able to stand, walk, kneel, and be on your feet for extended periods
- Able to lift/move at least 40 lbs (bags of food, equipment, occasionally a dog)
- Comfortable working around barking, noise, and high-energy environments
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in animal care, veterinary, grooming, or related fields
- Genuine passion for animal welfare and enrichment
- Calm, non-threatening presence with animals
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, physically active environment
Haven the Dog Spot is independently owned providing the ability to be proactive and immediately responsive.
We love each and every dog in our care as though it were our own. Our staff knows their every like and dislike, their personalities and quirks, there is no question that we have a symbiotic relationship.
Dogs are Social by Nature.
Haven provides a safe and exciting experience for your baby while you are away. Allow us to exercise their body and mind – there’s no time to be lonely at Haven!
