PetSmart - Puyallup, WA

posted 6 days ago

- Entry Level
Puyallup, WA
Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers

About the position

As a PetSmart Pet Trainer, you'll take part in our Pet Training Instructor Accreditation Program to learn proven techniques developed by leading dog trainers. When you complete the course, you'll emerge as a trusted Accredited Dog Trainer specializing in dog behavior and learning theory. Upon completion, you'll be hands-on with pets and leading our Pet Training Programs. Through our broad range of class programs, you will teach classes to a variety of dog breeds, sizes and ages, lead each class with an emphasis on the safety and comfort for pets and pet parents, show patience to pet parents when training their very excited puppy, guide pets through our NEW (retail's first ever) Pet Therapy Training Program, and build strong bonds with all two legged and four legged members of your class.

Responsibilities

  • Teach classes to a variety of dog breeds, sizes and ages
  • Lead each class with an emphasis on the safety and comfort for pets and pet parents
  • Show patience to pet parents when training their very excited puppy
  • Guide pets through the Pet Therapy Training Program
  • Build strong bonds with all two legged and four legged members of your class

Requirements

  • Passion for pets
  • Ability to lead and teach engaging classes
  • Willingness to participate in the Pet Training Instructor Accreditation Program
  • Strong communication skills

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience in pet training or related fields
  • Previous experience working with animals
  • Leadership skills

Benefits

  • Competitive pay based on experience
  • Eligibility for train pay based on training sales
  • Opportunities for career advancement
  • Benefits as described on the PetSmart benefits website
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