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in Longview, WA
Dog Trainer / Apprentice
Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
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Location | Longview, WA Longview, Washington |
About this job
At Petco, we believe it is
our duty to nurture the complete health and well-being of animals. We're here to help pet parents navigate the
ups and downs of pet parenthood. We offer
more than just supplies and services - we offer ears to listen and shoulders to
lean on. Our Petco family is made up of
pet lovers who unselfishly put the needs of others before their own. And like all great families, this one offers
the support and inspiration we need to thrive.
As a Dog Trainer or Dog Trainer
Apprentice with Petco, you will play an absolutely vital role in the Petco
family. Within your store, you will be the primary resource and leader for
Petco's Positive Dog Training program. You must be committed to and show a
genuine interest in enhancing communication and teamwork between dog and pet
parent by offering positive solutions and rewarding success while providing a
fun and safe environment for dogs, pet parents and store partners.
Our Dog Trainer Apprenticeship
is a comprehensive training program to prepare you for the role of Dog Trainer
in your store. Apply today, and a store
manager will review your skills, experience and prior training to determine
where you might fit on the Dog Training team.
Responsibilities
will include:
- Acting as a subject matter expert for Petco's Positive
Dog Training Program, products, services and in-store promotions - Promoting, conducting and instructing all current dog training
curricula - Be a genuine Petco ambassador who exemplifies the Petco
culture and values in all communications and interactions. - Coaching, encouraging and motivating dogs and pet parents
- Effectively deliver formal presentations
- Achieve Dog Training goals by offering creative Training
solutions - Strong ability to inspire and motivate self and others.
- Assisting in the loading, unloading and stocking of
merchandise - Ensuring that store animals receive the highest quality
care and are maintained in clean,
safe and secure habitats - Promoting established
safety and loss prevention procedures
The ideal Dog Trainer candidate will have:
- CPDT-KA
or Karen Pryor Academy (KPA-CTP) certifications - Previous
experience teaching positive reinforcement dog training techniques in group or
class settings - Computer
skills with the ability to quickly research information from the Internet - The
ability to work during peak traffic periods during week days and weekends