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As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for evening 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 an evening dog bather?

Evening Dog Bathers are pet care professionals who primarily work during the late afternoon and evening hours to bathe and groom dogs. Their responsibilities typically include washing, drying, brushing, and sometimes light grooming tasks to ensure pets are clean and comfortable. This role is essential for pet grooming businesses that offer extended hours to accommodate clients’ busy schedules. Evening Dog Bathers may also assist with calming anxious pets and maintaining a clean work environment. They play a key role in the overall health and well-being of dogs by keeping their coats and skin in good condition.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an evening dog bather?

To thrive as an Evening Dog Bather, you need basic animal handling skills, knowledge of canine behavior, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with grooming tools, bathing equipment, and safety procedures for cleaning products is essential. Patience, gentle demeanor, and strong attention to detail make someone stand out in this position. These skills ensure the safety, comfort, and cleanliness of dogs while providing excellent customer service to pet owners.

What are the typical challenges faced by an evening dog bather, and how can they be managed?

Evening Dog Bathers often encounter challenges such as handling anxious or uncooperative pets, managing multiple bath appointments during peak hours, and maintaining a clean, safe workspace after a busy shift. Success in this role requires patience, strong animal-handling skills, and effective time management. Building rapport with dogs, using calming techniques, and communicating clearly with pet owners and team members can help create a smoother work environment and ensure high-quality care for each pet.

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Infographic showing various Evening Dog Bather job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 4% Temporary, 7% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 86% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $30,337 per year, or $14.6 per hour.

Kennel / dog daycare assistant

RINGERS PET DOG TRAINING

Natrona Heights, PA • On-site

$13/hr

Part-time

PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Benefits:
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off

Must love dogs!  Doggie daycare is an action packed environment.  Have to be able to be on your feet during the whole shift.  Dogs are moving constantly so are the people to monitor doggie play and sometimes interrupt the activity if the dogs are getting to rowdy.  Of course with the great things about the dogs there is also the cleanup.  Must be able to clean up pee, poop, puke and even drool slingers.
Kennel runs, beds, bowls, buckets, play yards all have to be disinfected.  Can not have allergies to cleaners or dogs.  The daycare job involves a lot of cleaning and even bathing some dogs.  
We open at 6:30 in the morning and close late at night.   The evening shift is here until everything is cleaned and all dogs have been outside to potty.  Sometimes it is 9 pm sometimes later, especially is summer when there are a lot of dogs sleeping over.
There is a shift differential for hours before 8 am and hours worked after 8 pm.  Overtime is paid for hours worked over 40 per week
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