Animal Care, Best Practices, Childcare, Coaching, Communication Skills, Corporate Policies, Customer Support/Service, Leadership, Mentoring, Organizational Skills, Quality of Care, Retail, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player
Lead a Team. Make a Difference. Work With Dogs.
The Dog Stop® is seeking a passionate, experienced, and motivated Dog Care Manager to help lead our team and maintain the exceptional level of care our guests and pet parents have come to expect.
If you're a natural leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves working with dogs, and enjoys coaching and developing others, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. As a Dog Care Manager, you'll play a critical role in creating a safe, positive, and enriching experience for both our canine guests and our team members.
What You'll Do:
- Lead and supervise safe, structured, and positive dog playgroups
- Oversee and mentor staff, ensuring consistency in dog handling and guest care
- Manage daily back-of-house operations and facility standards
- Train team members on company policies, procedures, and best practices
- Assess dog behaviors, play styles, and group dynamics, proactively responding to ensure safety
- Maintain a clean, healthy, and welcoming environment for all guests
- Build trust with pet parents by ensuring every dog receives outstanding care and attention
- Foster a positive, supportive, and team-oriented workplace culture
What We're Looking For:
Experience in dog daycare, boarding, training, veterinary, or other animal care environments
Strong leadership and communication skills
Ability to stay calm, organized, and proactive in a fast-paced setting
A passion for dogs and a commitment to exceptional customer service
A positive attitude and desire to help both dogs and team members succeed
Why You'll Love Working at The Dog Stop®:
- Bring your dog to work
- Paid vacation time
- Employee discounts on retail products
- Discounted daycare, boarding, grooming, and other services
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
- Fun, rewarding, dog-filled work environment
- The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of dogs, their families, and your team every day
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and become a leader in one of the fastest-growing industries in pet care, we'd love to hear from you.
Submit your résumé today and help us continue setting the standard for exceptional dog care.