Professional Dog Trainer

About the role

This is a demanding and challenging profession. We need someone that is highly driven to establish professional relationships and be successful.

Responsibilities

• Handling and training small and large breeds from puppy to adult.
• Working with dogs needing behavior modification from anxiety to aggression.
• Interacting with the public in a professional manner.
• Driving to appointments in the Buffalo area.
• Continuing education and increasing skill in training, both dogs and human.
• Attend PR events.
• Be self-motivated!

Requirements

• Must reside in or around the Buffalo area.
• Must be able to board at least 2 dogs at your residence for 14 days at a time.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must have a smartphone.
• Must have knowledge with Social Media (Facebook, Youtube, Instagram, etc.).
• Must complete a 17 day certification process in Northern Virginia at the OLK9 Training Facility.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic, reliable, honest, and most importantly, a passion for dogs.
• Computer skills with the ability to create dog training videos.
• The ability to work during peak traffic periods during weekdays and weekends.
• Customer service and communication skills are essential.

Skills

• Training dogs from puppies to adults.
• Behavior modification for anxiety and aggression.
• Public interaction skills.
• Driving and transportation management.
• Continuing education in dog training.
• Event attendance and PR activities.
• Self-motivation and independence.

Benefits

The right person can easily earn $50-70K/year (or more) working from home, a lot of flexibility, and doing something they love!

Pay

$50-70K/year (or more)

Schedule

Flexible schedule, working during peak traffic periods during weekdays and weekends.