Dog Bather

Scenthound Houston, TX•Houston, TX

143d•$15 - $15•Onsite

About The Position

Scenthound is a wellness-focused dog care company built around routine care that helps dogs stay clean, comfortable, and healthy. Our services focus on the five core areas of dog wellness: Skin, Coat, Ears, Nails, and Teeth (S.C.E.N.T.). Above all, dog safety is our top priority. We're looking for a dependable, energetic Scent Tech / Dog Bather to join our Houston team. This is a hands-on, physically active role for someone who enjoys working with dogs, moves with purpose, takes pride in doing things the right way, and wants to grow their skills in a team-focused environment.

Requirements

Comfortable and compassionate working with dogs of different sizes, breeds, ages, and temperaments
Reliable and accountable for being ready to work at your scheduled start time
Coachable and willing to apply feedback to improve your skills
Patient, adaptable, and able to stay calm when the environment gets busy
Proactive and willing to help the team without always being asked
Detail-oriented and committed to completing services thoroughly
Able to work efficiently and maintain a strong sense of urgency without sacrificing dog safety
A positive, team-first communicator who takes pride in a clean and professional workspace
Interested in learning, improving, and growing within Scenthound
Comfort working hands-on with dogs throughout the shift
Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and safely perform the physical functions of the role
Stamina to stand and remain active for extended periods
Ability to work in a fast-paced, wet, and sometimes noisy environment
Reliable transportation
Willingness to work in a smoke-free environment

Nice To Haves

Previous professional dog handling, bathing, grooming, veterinary, kennel, daycare, or pet-care experience is a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

Bathe and dry dogs thoroughly to Scenthound standards
Perform routine hygiene services including teeth brushing, ear cleaning, nail clips and grinds, and other approved services
Prep dogs for grooming and trimming services when applicable
Observe each dog's Skin, Coat, Ears, Nails, and Teeth and accurately complete S.C.E.N.T. Checks
Handle dogs calmly, confidently, and compassionately, including dogs that may be nervous or uncomfortable
Follow dog safety, restraint, equipment, and service protocols at all times
Manage your individual service schedule with a sense of urgency while maintaining quality and safety
Maintain clean, sanitized, and organized work areas and equipment between dogs
Support teammates when there is space between appointments to keep service flow moving
Communicate and collaborate with the front- and back-of-house teams throughout the day