Professional Dog Groomer

Throw Me A Bone•New York, NY

55d•Onsite

About The Position

Throw Me A Bone is a pet care company designed around the wants and needs of dogs, offering daycare, overnight, weekend, and holiday boarding, training, and grooming services. Dogs enjoy open, safe play environments where caregivers and pet parents can check in via webcams throughout the day. Professionally trained Pet Care Specialists provide attentive, loving care and treat every dog as if they were their own. The focus is on creating a joyful and secure experience so pets return home happy, well-exercised, and relaxed. Team members join a supportive environment dedicated to high-quality care and positive experiences for both pets and their families. As a Professional Dog Groomer, you will provide premium bathing and grooming services for an array of dog breeds at our facilities. You will follow established protocols for health, hygiene, and facility cleanliness. The role includes greeting pet parents, providing updates on their dogs' grooming services, and maintaining a welcoming and professional environment. This is a full-time, on-site position based in the New York City Area, requiring availability for a mix of weekday and weekend shifts.

Requirements

Proven experience in pet grooming with a strong background in dog handling and animal care techniques
Book of past grooming work required
Satisfactory completion of a trial groom
Familiarity with pet coat styling, pet nail trimming, and animal restraint methods
Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with pet owners and team members
Ability to perform physical tasks including heavy lifting of animals or equipment throughout the day
Experience with animal handling across various breeds and temperaments; comfort working with animals requiring special care or veterinary attention
Strong customer service orientation with a positive attitude toward client satisfaction

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of veterinary procedures such as veterinary technician or assistant experience is a plus, especially related to animal health monitoring during grooming
Additional skills such as dog training, veterinary experience, equine experience or kennel work are advantageous but not mandatory

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive grooming services including bathing, brushing, trimming, styling, and pet coat care tailored to each dog’s breed and individual needs
Handle animals safely using proper restraint techniques and animal handling skills to ensure their comfort and safety during grooming procedures
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of grooming tools, stations, and work areas in accordance with health standards
Communicate clearly with pet owners about grooming preferences, pet care instructions, and any health concerns observed during grooming
Assist with pet nail trimming, ear cleaning, teeth brushing, and other pet hygiene tasks as needed
Provide gentle animal restraint during grooming to minimize stress and ensure safety for both pets and staff
Support kennel duties or pet sitting responsibilities when required, including heavy lifting of animals or supplies