Pet Bather

About Green Beagle Lodge

Green Beagle Lodge is looking for a full-time Dog Bather to join our Grooming team! This position is perfect for someone who enjoys working hands-on with dogs and takes pride in helping them go home looking and feeling their best. As a Dog Bather, you'll play an important role in preparing dogs for pickup after their boarding stay or daycare visit. Your attention to detail and gentle handling help ensure every guest leaves clean, comfortable, and happy. At Green Beagle Lodge, we believe in building strong teams and a positive company culture to maintain a clean, green, safe, and fun environment for both pets and staff. Whether you're looking to start a career in pet care or simply want a rewarding weekend job working with dogs, we'll provide the training and support you need to succeed. All team members complete a structured orientation and industry-specific training program, followed by hands-on experience designed to build confidence in dog handling, bathing techniques, and safe animal care.

Green Beagle Lodge is part of Digs Dog Care, which is a premium dog care company offering DayPlay, Overnight Stays, Grooming, and Training across multiple locations nationwide. We're built on a simple belief: every pup deserves to feel safe, loved, and at home; and every team member plays a real role in making that happen. Our shared ownership program means employees don't just work here, they have a stake in it.

Responsibilities

• Bathe dogs of all breeds, coat types, sizes, and temperaments.
• Thoroughly dry dogs using towels, dryers, and safe handling techniques.
• Brush coats to remove loose hair and minor tangles.
• Clean ears and perform other basic bathing services as assigned.
• Safely handle dogs throughout the bathing process.
• Monitor dogs for any health or skin concerns and communicate observations to leadership.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized bathing area.
• Properly clean and maintain bathing equipment and tools.
• Work closely with the Grooming, Pet Care, and Client Care teams to ensure dogs are ready for pickup on time.
• Follow all company safety procedures and handling protocols.

Please note: This position focuses on bathing and basic coat care. Grooming experience is not required, and this role does not include haircuts or breed-specific grooming. Ideal candidates bring a genuine passion for animals, patience, and a strong work ethic. This is a physically active role requiring standing for long periods, lifting, bending, and working in a wet environment while handling dogs weighing anywhere from 5 to 150 pounds.

Qualifications

• Genuine love for dogs and animal welfare.
• Comfortable handling dogs of all sizes and temperaments.
• Patient, gentle, and attentive while working with animals.
• Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous bathing, grooming, or animal care experience is a plus but not required.
• Ability to work independently while also being a strong team player.

What To Expect When Applying

• Phone screening regarding your application.
• An in-person interview to meet the department manager and tour the facility.
• An offer letter detailing position, compensation, and employment terms.
• Orientation and training covering company policies, dog body language, safe handling, and bathing procedures.
• Hands-on training with our experienced Grooming team.

Fast Facts About this Location

• Our Chapel Hill location opened in the summer of 2014.
• Our second facility is located in Pittsboro, NC.
• Every dog completes a comprehensive assessment before joining our Lodge family to ensure they thrive in an off-leash environment.
• We maintain a 10:1 dog-to-staff ratio to promote safety and fun.
• We are committed to providing an exceptional experience for every pet and every client.

What We Offer

• Dental and vision benefits kick in shortly after your start date.
• At 90 days you're eligible for a 401(k) with up to 4% company match.
• At 6 months, medical benefits become available to full-time teammates.
• After one year you can join our DigIn Shared Ownership Program — because we believe the people who build Digs should share in its success.
• Many locations also offer teammates discounted DayPlay as a little extra perk.