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How much do pet hotel associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for pet hotel associate in the United States is $17.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a pet hotel associate?

Pet Hotel Associates are professionals who care for animals staying at pet boarding facilities, often called pet hotels. They are responsible for feeding, exercising, grooming, and monitoring the health and well-being of pets while their owners are away. In addition, they may clean kennels, administer medications, and provide companionship and playtime to ensure pets are comfortable and happy. Pet Hotel Associates often work with a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, and sometimes exotic pets. This role requires strong attention to detail, compassion, and a love for animals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a pet hotel associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Pet Hotel Associate, you need a good understanding of animal care, basic pet first aid knowledge, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience with pet care management systems, booking software, and safe handling tools is typically required. Strong attention to detail, compassion, and effective communication with both pets and owners help set candidates apart. These skills ensure pets' safety and well-being, smooth operations, and positive experiences for both animals and clients.

What are some common challenges faced by pet hotel associates when caring for multiple animals at once?

Pet Hotel Associates often juggle the care of several animals simultaneously, which can present challenges such as managing different feeding schedules, monitoring for signs of stress or illness, and ensuring each pet receives adequate attention and exercise. Maintaining cleanliness and handling pets with varied temperaments also require strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Effective communication with teammates and adaptability are crucial for providing safe, high-quality care in this dynamic environment.

What is the difference between Pet Hotel Associate vs Pet Groomer?

AspectPet Hotel AssociatePet Groomer
CredentialsBasic animal care knowledge, customer service skillsGrooming certifications or licenses often preferred
Work EnvironmentPet hotels, boarding facilities, customer interactionGrooming salons, pet spas, mobile grooming
Employer & IndustryPet care, hospitality industryPet grooming, pet care industry
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles in pet care facilitiesSpecialized grooming skills and certifications

While both roles involve working with animals, Pet Hotel Associates focus on caring for pets during their stay, including feeding, cleaning, and monitoring. Pet Groomers specialize in grooming, bathing, and styling pets' fur. The roles often overlap in pet care facilities, but they require different skills and certifications.

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Infographic showing various Pet Hotel Associate job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,566 per year, or $17.6 per hour.

Pet Hotel - Professional Bather - Hollywood

Wag Hotels, Inc.

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$18.78 - $21.78/hr

Part-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 15 days ago

Wag Hotels rating

5.4

Company rating: 5.4 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

24th of 44 rated pet care providers

Job description

Wag Hotels is the ultimate boarding and daycare resort for dogs and cats - a one-stop shop for boarding, daycare, bathing, grooming, training, and all your other pet spoiling needs. Our state-of-the-art facilities use a science-based approach in all echo-friendly cleaning and sanitizing protocols, and our professionally trained staff provides a fun and safe environment for all our four-legged guests 24 hours a day, 7 days a week! Our mission is to provide the highest level of fun, safety, and comfort to our canine and feline guests, as well as world-class service and convenience to our pet parents!
We are urgently seeking hard-working, self-motivated, and passionate dog lovers to join our professional behind-the-scenes squad!! Our educationally based salon offers everything from nail trims and baths to full-service hair cutting! We also offer luxury spa services such as Lemon & Sea Salt Baths, Fur Masks, Coconut Oil Silk Treatment, and Temporary Pet Tattoos! All our bathers are sent through comprehensive hands-on training and provided a continued education as breed standards evolve in the industry. As a Wag Bather, you will be responsible for performing all the bathing services offered by Wag Hotels, which include baths, brush-outs, de-matting, drying, teeth brushing, ear cleaning, nail trimming, and anal gland expression. In addition, you will also be responsible for keeping the bathing salon clean and organized. We offer a friendly, welcoming, work environment and a strong team of passionate dog lovers! We are seeking reliable individuals that have a positive attitude, good work ethic, and a willingness to roll up the sleeves and get dirty!
We need individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are comfortable with will breeds, sizes, and coat conditions. Bathers in our company are a key role in our team and represent the front line of our business. An ideal candidate would be a genuine dog lover, pay excellent attention to detail, view teamwork and reliability as an important part of job success, and value career growth.
Qualifications:
• Professional Bathing experience Preferred
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Strong communication, customer service, and teamwork skills.
• Mandatory availability on Weekends and Holidays
• Ability to handle all breeds and sizes of dogs
• Work in a standing position for long periods of time
• Reach, bend, stoop, and frequently lift 50 lbs.
Part-time Employee Benefits Include:
- Free daycare for your dog after your first 30 days
- Two weeks of free boarding for your dog or cat (during non-peak periods)
- 30% discount on all retail
- Health Benefits through 'Lemonaid'
- Paid sick leave
- Retirement Savings Program through CalSavers
Wag Hotels provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $18.04 per hour
COVID-19 considerations:
To keep our associates and clients as safe as possible we are providing masks, gloves, and hand sanitizer to our employees. We require a temperature check and self-evaluation form to be filled out by employees at the start of each shift.

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