Canine Behavioral Specialist

Description

Pet Paradise® is a comprehensive pet care provider offering boarding, day camp, grooming and veterinary services. Located in eleven states and over sixty locations, Pet Paradise continues to expand in the southern region of the United States.

About the Role

The Canine Behavior Specialist is responsible for identifying desired behaviors and developing a training plan to teach new or improved behavior based on the needs of both the pet and the pet parent. This role also involves educating pet parents on effective methods to sustain learned behaviors and acquired skills, training other Pet Paradise employees in dog training techniques, and answering customer questions regarding training, behavioral issues, and pricing for training services.

Responsibilities

• Consult with customers to discuss behavioral concerns and training needs of pets and pet parents.
• Develop suitable training plans, focusing on and resolving problem areas, including aggression, separation anxiety, hyperactivity, and biting.
• Teach dogs to obey basic commands using various training techniques that are best suited to each dog’s personality and attributes.
• Educate pet parents on appropriate training methods to enforce and maintain behaviors and skills learned during training sessions.
• Examine the progress of each dog and provide regular progress updates to pet parents.
• Promote, demonstrate, and offer dog training programs to pet parents.
• Answer customer questions regarding training, behavioral issues, and pricing for training services.
• Travel throughout Pet Paradise locations training other employees on dog training techniques.
• Contact customers to schedule training appointments and verify bookings.

Qualifications & Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); Two years industry related experience and/or training.
• Pet Trainer Certification required.
• Ability to travel as needed (Up to 20% of travel across resort locations/regions).
• Advanced knowledge of dog training techniques as well as animal behavior and body language.
• Sound knowledge of various dog training techniques and demonstrate excellent communication, dog handling, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to handle a variety of dogs (sizes and breeds) safely and comfortably.
• Professional appearance in compliance with dress code.
• Confident and energetic personality.
• Strong organizational, cash management, and sales skills.
• Strong ability to prioritize and multi-task, work with minimal supervision.

Perks & Benefits

• Complimentary Pet Day Camp – Bring your dog with you to work!
• 30 Days of Complimentary Pet Boarding (non-holidays)
• On-demand pay with DailyPay
• Discounted Veterinary Care and Grooming Services (per location)
• Dog/Cat Adoption Assistance
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (both full-time and part-time status)
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance (full-time status)