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Pawfect Pet Sitter

Pet Sitter & Dog Walker

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$500 - $1.0K/mo

Paws Up, We're Hiring Pet Sitters & Dog Walkers! Are you an animal lover looking for rewarding work ... hair well managed for high-end clients that you will be engaging with along with their pets.

Pawfect Pet Sitter

Pet Sitter & Dog Walker

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$500 - $1.0K/mo

Paws Up, We're Hiring Pet Sitters & Dog Walkers! Are you an animal lover looking for rewarding work ... hair well managed for high-end clients that you will be engaging with along with their pets.

Banfield Pet Hospital

Pet Care Assistant

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$15 - $16.44/hr

SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE AND FUNCTION The Pet Care Assistant works with the veterinary medical team ... It's a smart way to manage your budget and take care of your needs. * Health Savings Account (HSA)

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What is a pet manager?

Pet Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing the care, health, and well-being of animals within facilities such as pet stores, animal shelters, boarding kennels, or pet resorts. Their duties often include supervising staff, managing daily operations, ensuring proper animal nutrition and hygiene, and communicating with pet owners. Pet Managers may also handle administrative tasks like scheduling, inventory management, and maintaining compliance with animal welfare regulations. They play a key role in ensuring that pets receive quality care and that the facility runs smoothly.

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

To thrive as a Pet Manager, you need a solid understanding of animal care, health, and behavior, often supported by experience in animal handling or a relevant certification. Familiarity with pet care management software, inventory tracking systems, and scheduling tools is typically required. Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills help in supervising staff, addressing pet owners' concerns, and ensuring smooth operations. These skills ensure the well-being of animals, satisfied clients, and efficient facility management.

What are some common challenges pet managers face when overseeing animal care teams?

Pet Managers often encounter challenges such as balancing the needs of different animals, coordinating schedules among team members, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety. They must ensure effective communication between staff, provide ongoing training, and address any behavioral or health issues promptly. Additionally, adapting to changing client requests and managing inventory for pet supplies are key aspects that require strong organizational skills.

What is the difference between Pet Manager vs Pet Care Coordinator?

AspectPet ManagerPet Care Coordinator
CertificationsPet care experience, certifications in pet first aid or behaviorSimilar certifications, often including pet first aid
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple pet care services, manages staff, interacts with clientsCoordinates daily pet care activities, communicates with pet owners and staff
Employer & Industry UsagePet care facilities, pet boarding, grooming, and training centersAnimal shelters, pet daycare, veterinary clinics

Pet Managers typically oversee overall pet care operations and staff management, while Pet Care Coordinators focus on organizing daily care activities and client communication. Both roles require similar certifications and are used across various pet service industries, but their responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

What are the most commonly searched types of Pet jobs in Arizona?

The most popular types of Pet jobs in Arizona are:

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Infographic showing various Pet Manager job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution.

Pet Stylist / Groomer - Happy Valley-Phoenix

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

Pet Paradise
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Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

Pet Paradise is looking for a Professional, Friendly, and Motivated Pet Stylist/Groomer to join our team!
WE ARE PET PEOPLE! At Pet Paradise, team members ensure that our furry friends get extra loving care and focused attention while playing and staying with us in a safe and entertaining environment. Dog boarding is just the start of what we do! The relationship you build with pets and their parents makes going to work fun and rewarding and the benefits we offer are top notch! If you have a pet of your own, they can enjoy complimentary Pet Day Camp, Boarding and discounts on grooming and veterinary care at all our locations and clinics. You will benefit from ongoing training and have the opportunity to continually enhance and diversify your skills to open doors to other fulfilling pet careers within our company. Working with pets is not always easy, but we love what we do and care about giving our employees the tools to grow and succeed.
Shift Schedule: Flexible Scheduling
Rate of Pay: 50% Commission on Grooms, 40% Commission on Baths, Sign on Bonus Available
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF OUR PET STYLIST/GROOMER INCLUDE:
  • Providing customer service in the form of consultations and explanation of services available/rendered with explanation of costs
  • Physical ability and stamina to cut several 'guests' per day in a safe, skillful, and professional manner
  • Checking for parasites, lumps, bumps, or cuts prior to bathing
  • Cleaning and plucking ears, trimming nails, expressing external anal glands
  • Bathing 'guests' in proper shampoo and conditioner; dematting, brushing, and fluff drying
  • Performing all general maintenance of grooming room; cleaning cages, tubs, tables; vacuuming floors and mopping; cleaning clipper blades, scissors, and brushes after use
  • Working inside in a heated with high humidity area, with loud background noise from the dryers
  • Growing customer base and volume by making calls, cross-selling, and "shopping the halls" to look for potential service needs during downtime
  • Professionally greeting and checking in guests
  • Other duties as assigned by Resort Manager and/or Grooming Manager
QUALIFICATIONS TO BE A PET STYLIST/GROOMER
  • One-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Customer service oriented and excellent verbal communication skills
  • Must be familiar with standard cuts for all breeds and be able to handle a variety of sizes of canines and felines safely and comfortably
  • Great work ethic, organized, reliable, and a team player
  • Must maintain a clean and healthy environment for 'guests'
  • Flexibility to resort schedule needs including days, night, weekends, holidays, and peak times
  • Ability to pass a criminal background check
ABOUT PET PARADISE
Pet Paradise's full-service pet care destination is dedicated to giving pet parents access to all the premium care they need to give their furry family member the happiest, healthiest, longest life possible. The Pet Paradise brand has grown to offer resort-style pet day camp and care, professional pet grooming, low-stress and high-quality veterinary care, and of course, overnight boarding that feels like home, all under one roof. Located in nine states with more than 60 locations in operation or under development, Pet Paradise continues to expand in the United States.
WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Company Policy, Federal and State Laws Forbid Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Sexual Orientation or National Origin

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