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Wag'n World LLC

Dog Handler/Kennel Technician

Houston, TX · On-site

$12.50/hr

The dog handler position is a very important one. Without our dog handlers, we would be unable to ... Clean overnight kennels and transfer belongings into appropriate bins * Keep up with rotations ...

Wag Club

Daycare Attendent/Dog Walker

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

First-class doggy daycare offering overnight boarding, grooming, training, and walking services is ... We are looking for a full time or part-time Dog Handler/Walker (aka Daycare Attendant) to join our ...

Wag Club

Daycare Attendent/Dog Walker

Brooklyn, NY

$15 - $18/hr

First-class doggy daycare offering overnight boarding, grooming, training, and walking services is ... We are looking for a full time or part-time Dog Handler/Walker (aka Daycare Attendant) to join our ...

BORN TO RUN LLC

Playgroup Leader

Gilbert, AZ · On-site

$16.50 - $18/hr

Check crates of overnight guests daily for cleanliness and dryness. Brushing and bathing dogs. Prepare and feed dog meals with special attention that each dog is getting the appropriate amount along ...

Byers K9 Services | BKS Security

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K9 Security Handler - Construction Site Patrol

Superior, CO

$25 - $35/hr

Overnight, weekend, holiday, and bad weather work required Pay * Starting Pay: $25.00-$35.00 per ... dogs. Handlers receive ongoing weekly training to maintain operational standards and field ...

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K9 Security Handler - Construction Site Patrol

Aurora, CO · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

Overnight, weekend, holiday, and bad weather work required Pay * Starting Pay: $25.00-$35.00 per ... dogs. Handlers receive ongoing weekly training to maintain operational standards and field ...

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K9 Security Handler - Construction Site Patrol

Aurora, CO · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

Overnight, weekend, holiday, and bad weather work required Pay * Starting Pay: $25.00-$35.00 per ... dogs. Handlers receive ongoing weekly training to maintain operational standards and field ...

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K9 Security Handler - Construction Site Patrol

Superior, CO · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

Overnight, weekend, holiday, and bad weather work required Pay * Starting Pay: $25.00-$35.00 per ... dogs. Handlers receive ongoing weekly training to maintain operational standards and field ...

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How much do overnight dog handler jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for overnight dog handler in the United States is $17.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $18.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Overnight Dog Handlers, and how can they be managed effectively?

Overnight Dog Handlers often face challenges such as managing dogs with different temperaments, addressing unexpected behavioral issues, and maintaining alertness during late hours. Effective handlers stay proactive by closely monitoring group dynamics, following established protocols for separating incompatible dogs, and taking regular breaks to stay attentive. Strong communication with daytime staff is also key to ensuring a smooth transition and continuity of care for each dog.

What is the difference between Overnight Dog Handler vs Pet Care Assistant?

AspectOvernight Dog HandlerPet Care Assistant
CertificationsDog handling, pet first aidBasic pet care, first aid
Work EnvironmentKennels, pet hotels, private homesAnimal shelters, pet stores, clinics
Employer & IndustryPet care facilities, dog boardingAnimal shelters, pet retail
Search & ComparisonOften searched together due to pet care overlapRelated but broader role

Overnight Dog Handlers focus specifically on caring for dogs overnight, ensuring their safety and well-being in specialized environments. Pet Care Assistants have a broader role, caring for various animals in different settings. While both roles require animal handling skills and basic pet first aid, Overnight Dog Handlers typically work in boarding facilities or private homes, emphasizing overnight care for dogs. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right position based on their skills and interests.

What are overnight dog handlers?

Overnight dog handlers are professionals responsible for supervising and caring for dogs during overnight hours at boarding facilities, kennels, or dog daycares. Their duties typically include monitoring the dogs for safety and well-being, providing food and water, administering medication if needed, cleaning kennels, and ensuring the dogs are comfortable throughout the night. They may also handle emergencies and communicate with pet owners about their pets' overnight stay. This role requires patience, attention to detail, and a genuine love for animals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Overnight Dog Handler, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Overnight Dog Handler, you need a basic understanding of canine behavior, animal care experience, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with kennel management software, safety protocols, and sometimes pet first aid certification are typically required. Strong observation skills, patience, and effective communication are essential soft skills for monitoring dogs and reporting issues. These skills ensure the safety, well-being, and comfort of the animals during overnight stays, providing peace of mind for pet owners and employers.
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Dog Handler and Technician

Camp Bow Wow Colleyville

Hurst, TX • On-site

$9.75 - $19.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Dog Handler and Technician.

Schedule: We care for dogs 24/7/365. Looking for Team Player for variety of shifts. Operating hours are 6:30AM (or earlier when we are full) to close at around 7:30PM, with shift flexibility either morning, afternoon, both, or all day.
Pay: Commensurate with past experience: $9.75/hour to $19.50/hour, + potential merit-based bonuses for Team Members, adding large hourly increases which may range from additional ~$1.75/hour to possibly over $9 additional hourly, depending on seasonality, individual job performance, Team Member standing, and company performance for the period. High seasons are now through Summer, and all Holidays.
Description:
Team player who possesses strong disposition around all dogs. Responsibly care for dogs for their healthiest wellbeing. Feeding, maintaining cleanest environment daily and throughout each day, supervising dogs social play to ensure they are safe, proactively preventing dog altercations, expanding personal dog knowledge to anticipate altercations, positively interacting with dogs, and must have ability to stand and walk throughout day, grooming dogs, and much more.
  • Experience with dogs is a required. Strong disposition around all dogs.
  • Personal reliable transportation and not dependent on another person drive you to work.
  • Dogs require daily care and we are an essential service open 365 days - great honorable responsibility.
  • Our families work in essential services too like Hospitals, Airports, Fire Departments, so we are open snow, ice, or sunshine, extreme heat, etc.
  • Must be dependable, reliable Team player, attentive to detail, and caring of dogs and for people.
  • Must be respectful intelligent human being confident in one's own skill and humble to accept coaching for positive improvement
  • Confidently manage up to 25 dogs at one time - not for the faint of heart, and and it is exciting.
  • Physically controlling dogs of all sizes/breeds in a pack setting.
  • Must be able to lift 75+ pounds (many of our dogs weigh over 150 lbs.).
  • Cleaning, and more cleaning.
  • Food prep, grooming, safe dog handling, and dog supervision.

Benefits:
  • Team Member discounts.
  • Flexible schedule.
  • Bring your dog to work for free.
  • Tuition reimbursement for those furthering their training in dog care and dog hotel fields.

We are nicotine-free, drug-free, alcohol-free, curse-word free professional, family like work environment and we have zero tolerance for anything less.

About Camp Bow Wow Colleyville:

Love dogs? Love people who love dogs? We are Camp Bow Wow; North America's premier provider of doggy day camp, overnight dog hotel, and exclusive grooming services. Over 6.5M happy dogs yearly are served by Camp Bow Wow. Our values: premier, extraordinary and the best care, totally fun, world class service-focused professionals who achieve the vision of happy healthy Dogs, for happy healthy Dog families. We enjoy bringing joy, to our families, who entrust their FUR-Babies in our care.