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Trimnasium

Entry Level Dog Bather

Goleta, CA · On-site

$17/hr

You will bathe dogs of all sizes and temperaments to ensure they look and feel their best. Additional responsibilities include drying, brushing, and maintaining cleanliness in the work area. If you ...

Trimnasium

Entry Level Dog Bather

Goleta, CA · On-site

$17/hr

You will bathe dogs of all sizes and temperaments to ensure they look and feel their best. Additional responsibilities include drying, brushing, and maintaining cleanliness in the work area. If you ...

Trimnasium

Entry Level Dog Bather

Goleta, CA · On-site

$17/hr

You will bathe dogs of all sizes and temperaments to ensure they look and feel their best. Additional responsibilities include drying, brushing, and maintaining cleanliness in the work area. If you ...

Canine Designs

Dog Bather

Chesapeake, VA · On-site

$14 - $16/hr

A Dog Bather is an essential member of a small in-house team, responsible for ensuring pets are ... Provide comfort and reassurance to pets during grooming Preferred Qualifications * Entry-level ...

BarkSuds

Experienced Dog Groomer

Cary, NC · On-site

$200 - $300/day

... an entry level position Tues-Saturday 8:30- 5:15 Responsibilities: * Perform full-service dog grooming including bathing, drying, brushing, and haircuts * Execute breed-specific cuts and custom ...

BarkSuds

Experienced Dog Groomer

Cary, NC · On-site

$200 - $300/day

... an entry level position Tues-Saturday 8:30- 5:15 Responsibilities: * Perform full-service dog grooming including bathing, drying, brushing, and haircuts * Execute breed-specific cuts and custom ...

SACMGMT, LLC

Pet Bather

Amarillo, TX · On-site

$8.50 - $11/hr

Bath and Dry dogs of all breeds, weights, fur types, and personalities. * Prep work: Including ... Ability to pick up extra hours in other entry-level positions at Sidekicks Stay & Play, especially ...

Spot On Vet

Professional Pet Groomer

Westport, CT · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This is not an entry-level role . You need prior professional grooming experience. What you'll be doing * Full-service grooming for dogs (bath, haircut, nails, styling, etc.) * Keeping your workspace ...

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How much do entry level dog bather jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level dog bather in the United States is $14.59, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $15.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Dog Bather vs Pet Groomer?

AspectEntry Level Dog BatherPet Groomer
CertificationsNone required, basic training often providedMay require grooming certifications or licenses
Work EnvironmentDog grooming salons, pet stores, kennelsGrooming salons, pet spas, mobile grooming units
Job ResponsibilitiesBathing, drying, brushing dogs, basic grooming prepFull grooming services including haircuts, styling, nail trimming
Experience LevelEntry-level, on-the-job trainingRequires more experience and skill

While both roles involve caring for pets, an Entry Level Dog Bather primarily focuses on bathing and basic grooming tasks, often with minimal certifications. A Pet Groomer performs comprehensive grooming services, usually requiring more experience and certifications. The roles are part of the same industry but differ in scope and skill level.

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Entry Level Dog Bather

Trimnasium

Goleta, CA • On-site

$17/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

Benefits/Perks
  • Flexible schedule
  • Fun, pet-filled work environment
  • Opportunities to advance to Groomer’s Assistant and eventually Groomer
  • Share of tips
Job Summary
We are looking for a Dog Bather to join the team at our busy groomers. You will bathe dogs of all sizes and temperaments to ensure they look and feel their best. Additional responsibilities include drying, brushing, and maintaining cleanliness in the work area. If you are reliable, have great time management skills, and have a love for dogs, we want to hear from you! 
Starting pay is $17/hour during a 3-month probationary period, with the opportunity for a raise to $18/hour upon successful performance review.

Responsibilities 
  • Prepare dogs for grooming 
  • Bathe, dry and comb dogs. Provide other grooming services such as ear and teeth cleaning
  • Adhere to strict sanitary and cleaning procedures
  • Ensure the safety of the dogs at all times
  • Clean grooming areas, as required
Qualifications
  • Comfortable working with all breeds of dogs
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time
  • Attention to detail
  • Team player
  • Able to communicate effectively with coworkers