Camp Bow Wow - Dog Daycare & Boarding Attendant (Part-Time)
About The Position
Camp Bow Wow Tonawanda is a locally owned, family-operated franchise dedicated to providing a safe, fun, and structured environment for dogs. We pride ourselves on building a supportive, team-oriented workplace where employees can grow, develop skills, and build a long-term career working with animals. This role is best suited for individuals who are reliable, consistent, and looking for long-term employment. It requires thriving in a fast-paced, physically active environment, being comfortable handling up to 25 large, high-energy dogs (up to 100 lbs or more), confidently enforcing rules, managing behaviors, and maintaining control in group settings, and enjoying interacting with both dogs and their owners.
Requirements
- Stand, walk, bend, and move continuously throughout your shift
- Safely handle and control dogs of all sizes, including large (100+ lb), strong, or reactive dogs
- Prevent and break up dog altercations quickly and safely when necessary
- Lift, push, or pull up to 50+ lbs (food, equipment, cleaning supplies, and shoveling)
- Work in environments with noise, odors, and constant activity
- 18+ preferred (due to physical and safety demands)
- Comfortable working with multiple dogs at once in group settings
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Dependable with consistent attendance (especially weekends & holidays)
- Authorized to work in the United States
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience with dogs (daycare, kennel, vet, grooming, or personal handling) strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Supervise and actively monitor up to 25 dogs in group play (indoor & outdoor yards)
- Maintain a safe, clean, and controlled environment at all times
- Recognize and respond to dog behavior, including preventing and intervening in conflicts
- Clean and sanitize play areas, cabins, lobby, and common spaces
- Accurately document and communicate any behavioral or health concerns
- Provide friendly, professional customer service to pet parents
Benefits
- Stable, consistent part-time hours (not seasonal)
- Growth opportunities within a growing, family-owned business
- Supportive team environment with hands-on training
- Work with dogs every day in a structured, professional setting
- Employee discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
