Pet Care Attendant - Durham, NH
About The Position
At Great Bay Doggie Daycare (GBDD) in picturesque Durham, NH, we believe dogs deserve more than a place to spend the day. Our goal is to provide the exercise, socialization, and mental stimulation that come from spending time with other dogs in a safe, controlled environment. Our outdoor campus is designed with both dogs and their humans in mind. With sun and shade, pools, chairs, playground equipment, decks, and awnings for extra shade and rain protection, we’ve created an environment where dogs can play and our team can stay active alongside them. We’re looking for a self-motivated, friendly, and experienced Dog Daycare Attendant to join us in a full-time, year-round position.
Requirements
- Previous experience in a doggy daycare and/or equine and barn setting is required
- Knowledge and understanding of dog body language
- Ability to think quickly and make sound decisions in stressful situations
- Ability to remain on your feet for extended periods
- Ability to perform the lifting and physical activity required in an active animal-care environment
- Self-motivation and a strong work ethic
- Friendly, dependable, team-oriented attitude
- Comfort working outdoors and in an active environment
- Commitment to maintaining a safe and positive experience for every dog
Nice To Haves
- Customer service skills are a plus
Responsibilities
- Supervise dogs during group play and daycare activities
- Help provide appropriate exercise, socialization, and mental stimulation
- Monitor dog interactions and body language to maintain a safe environment
- Recognize changes in behavior and respond appropriately
- Think quickly and calmly when stressful situations arise
- Help maintain clean, comfortable, and organized play and care areas
- Support safe use of pools, playground equipment, decks, and other campus areas
- Remain attentive and engaged while supervising dogs for extended periods
- Communicate effectively with teammates and help create a positive environment
- Provide friendly customer service when interacting with pet owners
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- 401(k) matching
- Tuition support
- Referral bonuses
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options
- Up to three weeks of paid parental leave
- Generous PTO
- Employee pet discounts
- Quarterly team bonuses
- Professional development opportunities
- Continuing education allowance
- Uniform allowance
- Six paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount program
- Flexible scheduling
- Weekdays only hours
- 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
- Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
- 529 Savings Plan
- Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
- Referral bonus program
- Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
- Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
- Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
- Sick Time / Paid Time Off
- Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets
- Pet discounts on services and products
- Pet food discount program
- Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
- Professional development opportunities
- Continuing education allowance
- Uniform allowance
- Six paid holidays (full-time only)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
