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JMTECH LLC

Pet Stylist/Groomer

Little Elm, TX · On-site

Sign on bonus included and potential to earn bonus with Paws and Profit Program. 100% Tips! If you love wagging tails, fresh cuts and happy pups, come join us in a brand-new facility! General ...

Zoomies

Daycare Specialist

Austin, TX

$15/hr

... paws-itively amazing environment. What You'll Be Doing As a Daycare Specialist, you'll be at the ... Here's what your day-to-day might look like: - Supervising playgroups to ensure all dogs are happy ...

Central Garden & Pet

Machine Operator

Dallas, TX · On-site

$17 - $22/hr

CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes ... Morse, Four Paws, Kaytee, K&H, Nylabone and Pennington, strong manufacturing and distribution ...

Central Garden & Pet

Forklift Operator- 2nd Shift

Chilton, WI · On-site

$17.50 - $20.75/hr

CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes ... Paws, Kaytee,Nylaboneand Pennington, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities, and a ...

Central Garden & Pet

Warehouse Associate Nights

Dallas, TX · On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes ... Morse, Four Paws, Kaytee, K&H, Nylabone and Pennington, strong manufacturing and distribution ...

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As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for happy paws in the United States is $17.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Happy Paws pet care professional, you need experience in animal handling, basic pet first aid, and a genuine passion for animal welfare. Familiarity with scheduling apps, pet care management software, and, in some cases, relevant certifications such as pet CPR can be advantageous. Excellent communication, reliability, and a calm demeanor are valued soft skills for building trust with both pets and their owners. These skills ensure safe, effective care and a positive experience for clients and their animals.

What is a Happy Paws job?

A Happy Paws job typically involves working with animals, providing pet care services such as grooming, pet sitting, dog walking, or veterinary assistance. Responsibilities may vary depending on the specific role, but the focus is on ensuring the well-being and happiness of pets. Employees may work at pet care facilities, veterinary clinics, or directly with pet owners.

What does a typical day look like for someone working at Happy Paws?

A typical day at Happy Paws involves a mix of scheduled pet walks, feeding routines, playtime, and monitoring the well-being of multiple animals in your care. You may also be responsible for administering simple medications, updating pet owners through digital platforms, and occasionally handling special requests such as grooming or training reinforcement. Most team members work independently but collaborate closely with the support staff and management to ensure seamless service. This hands-on, varied routine makes the role ideal for animal lovers who enjoy active days and direct interaction with pets and their owners.

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Kennel Assistant Great Paws Lodge & Day Camp

Great Paws Lodge & Day Camp

Marion, IL • On-site

$15 - $15.50/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Practice
Were your pet is treated as if they were our very own.
When you need to board your pet for a weekend stay or a long-term stay, you can count on GPLADC to ensure that your pet is well-fed, happy, and relaxed.
We offer long-term and short-term full-service dog and cat boarding, according to your wishes. Each of our professional staff members are trained in the handling and care of cats and dogs, and a manager is always on staff to ensure your beloved furry family member is comfortable and healthy.
More about the Role
Reporting into the Practice Manager, the Kennel Assistant provides care to address the needs of patients that are visiting the practice for grooming and / or boarding. The Kennel Assistant ensures that the boarding area is clean and safe for all patients by cleaning cages, runs, and ward areas and washing laundry. The Kennel Assistant walks, feeds, and administers medication to patients (as needed and supervised by Doctor or Technician and based on confidence and experience).
Please note this is primarily a weekend position. Weekend availability is required.
Competencies
  • Patience & Compassion: Remaining professional while still making Doctors, teammates, clients, and patients feel as comfortable as possible regardless of the situation or challenges presented.
  • Collaboration & Teamwork: Carefully coordinating actions with practice team members. Quickly incorporating feedback to ensure positive results. Sharing ideas and being open to other's ideas. Continually looking for ways to help others.
  • Communicating: Conveying boarding outcomes to clients and teammates to ensure successful client care.
  • Active Listening: Following the expressed wishes of clients.
  • Client Satisfaction: Ensuring all activities and interactions result in the highest level of client satisfaction.

Essential Responsibilities
  • Provides great care for patients visiting the practice for grooming and / or boarding.
  • Ensures patients are admitted noting the client's specific instructions to ensure a quality outcome including contact information and pick up time.
  • Accurately and legibly records information related to the patient such as feeding schedules, appearance, and behavior during practice visit.
  • Observes patient's appearance and activity for general physical condition, obvious signs of illness, disease and discontent.
  • Appropriately handles patients and as needed, properly restrains hard-to-control patients.
  • Walks patients several times a day to provide exercise and time for elimination of bowels and bladder.
  • Applies knowledge of normal food and liquid requirements and as required, provides special food and liquids.
  • Ensures patients are clean and fresh smelling and have been checked by a Technician / Doctor prior to discharge; ensures patient has all personal property upon exit.
  • Ensures cages and patients are properly numbered and identified and that personal property (toys, treats, blankets, leashes) are stored in the proper areas and identified.
  • Regularly cleans, disinfects and maintain kennels, cages, runs and stalls as often as is necessary to ensure no cages or kennels are soiled and odors are not apparent. Performs general cleaning in other areas of the hospital to control the spread of disease. Washes and sterilizes water and food bowls.
  • Launders and dries towels and blankets.
  • Walks hospital grounds regularly and cleans any trash and stool material; empties trash throughout the practice and grounds.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements/Qualifications
  • Ability to work on weekends required
  • Previous veterinary experience preferred
  • Ability to lift patients up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients over 25 pounds with assistance
  • Practices OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE

Benefits Offered
  • Paid time off
  • Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
  • Retirement benefits or accounts
  • Bonus incentive
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Career and professional development
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Referral Program

Benefits offered may vary depending on full or part time employment status according to company policy.
Pay Range
USD $15.00 - USD $15.50 /Hr.

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