Raleigh, NC · On-site
$18 - $26/hr
Full-Time Professional Dog Trainer Paws At Play Luxury Pet Resort is seeking an experienced, passionate, and motivated Full-Time Professional Dog Trainer to join our growing team! We're looking for ...
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Raleigh, NC · On-site
$18 - $26/hr
Full-Time Professional Dog Trainer Paws At Play Luxury Pet Resort is seeking an experienced, passionate, and motivated Full-Time Professional Dog Trainer to join our growing team! We're looking for ...
Cary, NC · On-site
$200 - $300/day
Prior professional dog grooming experience preferred * Proficiency in breed-specific cuts and grooming techniques * Ability to safely handle and restrain dogs of all sizes and temperaments
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Cary, NC · On-site
$200 - $300/day
Prior professional dog grooming experience preferred * Proficiency in breed-specific cuts and grooming techniques * Ability to safely handle and restrain dogs of all sizes and temperaments
Cary, NC · On-site
$200 - $300/day
Prior professional dog grooming experience preferred * Proficiency in breed-specific cuts and grooming techniques * Ability to safely handle and restrain dogs of all sizes and temperaments
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Cary, NC · On-site
$200 - $300/day
Prior professional dog grooming experience preferred * Proficiency in breed-specific cuts and grooming techniques * Ability to safely handle and restrain dogs of all sizes and temperaments
Raleigh, NC · On-site
Professional Dog Groomer Paws At Play, a premier pet care facility dedicated to delivering high-quality grooming services, is excited to announce an opening for a Professional Dog Groomer. This ...
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Raleigh, NC · On-site
Professional Dog Groomer Paws At Play, a premier pet care facility dedicated to delivering high-quality grooming services, is excited to announce an opening for a Professional Dog Groomer. This ...
Cary, NC · On-site
$14/hr
Barksuds LEAD BATHER DESCRIPTION previous experience bathing dogs professionally is a prerequisite for this position Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour ( pay based on experience) Barksuds Tuesday-Saturday ...
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Cary, NC · On-site
$14/hr
Barksuds LEAD BATHER DESCRIPTION previous experience bathing dogs professionally is a prerequisite for this position Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour ( pay based on experience) Barksuds Tuesday-Saturday ...
Cary, NC · On-site
$13 - $15/hr
Barksuds LEAD BATHER DESCRIPTION previous experience bathing dogs professionally is a prerequisite for this position Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour ( pay based on experience) Barksuds Tuesday-Saturday ...
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Cary, NC · On-site
$13 - $15/hr
Barksuds LEAD BATHER DESCRIPTION previous experience bathing dogs professionally is a prerequisite for this position Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour ( pay based on experience) Barksuds Tuesday-Saturday ...
Cary, NC · On-site
$13 - $15/hr
Barksuds LEAD BATHER DESCRIPTION previous experience bathing dogs professionally is a prerequisite for this position Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour ( pay based on experience) Barksuds Tuesday-Saturday ...
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Cary, NC · On-site
$13 - $15/hr
Barksuds LEAD BATHER DESCRIPTION previous experience bathing dogs professionally is a prerequisite for this position Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour ( pay based on experience) Barksuds Tuesday-Saturday ...
Cary, NC · On-site
$14/hr
This means bathing dogs in a professional setting. We are looking for an outgoing & passionate Dog washer to perform all washing -related duties necessary to ensure that dogs are neat, clean, and ...
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Cary, NC · On-site
$14/hr
This means bathing dogs in a professional setting. We are looking for an outgoing & passionate Dog washer to perform all washing -related duties necessary to ensure that dogs are neat, clean, and ...
Raleigh, NC · On-site
$25/hr
Professional Pet Sitter & Dog Walker- Raleigh-Durham, NC Area Do you love dogs (or cats) and enjoy working independently? The Comforted Kitty is looking for reliable, responsible pet lovers to ...
Raleigh, NC · On-site
$25/hr
Professional Pet Sitter & Dog Walker- Raleigh-Durham, NC Area Do you love dogs (or cats) and enjoy working independently? The Comforted Kitty is looking for reliable, responsible pet lovers to ...
Durham, NC · On-site
$25/hr
Professional Pet Sitter & Dog Walker- Durham, NC Area Do you love dogs (or cats) and enjoy working independently? The Comforted Kitty is looking for reliable, responsible pet lovers to provide in ...
Durham, NC · On-site
$25/hr
Professional Pet Sitter & Dog Walker- Durham, NC Area Do you love dogs (or cats) and enjoy working independently? The Comforted Kitty is looking for reliable, responsible pet lovers to provide in ...
Wake Forest, NC · On-site
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times. * Work cross functionally with the ... Dog Training Apprentice: 6-weeks weeks of instructor led learning and development. * Stage 2 : Dog ...
Wake Forest, NC · On-site
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times. * Work cross functionally with the ... Dog Training Apprentice: 6-weeks weeks of instructor led learning and development. * Stage 2 : Dog ...
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times. * Work cross functionally with the ... Dog Training Apprentice: 6-weeks weeks of instructor led learning and development. * Stage 2 : Dog ...
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times. * Work cross functionally with the ... Dog Training Apprentice: 6-weeks weeks of instructor led learning and development. * Stage 2 : Dog ...
$12.75 - $15.75/hr
Fully stocked, professionally maintained mobile grooming salon * One-on-one appointments in a low ... Bathe and dry dogs of all breeds and sizes * Brush coats and assist with de-shedding treatments
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$12.75 - $15.75/hr
Fully stocked, professionally maintained mobile grooming salon * One-on-one appointments in a low ... Bathe and dry dogs of all breeds and sizes * Brush coats and assist with de-shedding treatments
Raleigh, NC · On-site
$30K - $40K/yr
Do you love dogs? Do you love helping people? Do you possess great customer service skills? We are ... We need someone that is highly driven to establish professional relationships and be successful.
Raleigh, NC · On-site
$30K - $40K/yr
Do you love dogs? Do you love helping people? Do you possess great customer service skills? We are ... We need someone that is highly driven to establish professional relationships and be successful.
Raleigh, NC · On-site
Do you love dogs? Do you love helping people? Do you possess great customer service skills? We are ... We need someone that is highly driven to establish professional relationships and be successful.
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Raleigh, NC · On-site
Do you love dogs? Do you love helping people? Do you possess great customer service skills? We are ... We need someone that is highly driven to establish professional relationships and be successful.
Cary, NC · On-site
$100 - $300/day
Pet Groomer Requirements: · High school diploma or GED. · Certification through the National Dog Groomer Association of America is advantageous. · Proven professional grooming experience. Sound ...
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Cary, NC · On-site
$100 - $300/day
Pet Groomer Requirements: · High school diploma or GED. · Certification through the National Dog Groomer Association of America is advantageous. · Proven professional grooming experience. Sound ...
Cary, NC · On-site
$100 - $300/day
Pet Groomer Requirements: · High school diploma or GED. · Certification through the National Dog Groomer Association of America is advantageous. · Proven professional grooming experience. Sound ...
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Cary, NC · On-site
$100 - $300/day
Pet Groomer Requirements: · High school diploma or GED. · Certification through the National Dog Groomer Association of America is advantageous. · Proven professional grooming experience. Sound ...
Cary, NC · On-site
$15/hr
You must have professional experience to be considered for this job.**) We are looking for an outgoing & passionate dog loving professional to perform all management duties including ensuring other ...
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Cary, NC · On-site
$15/hr
You must have professional experience to be considered for this job.**) We are looking for an outgoing & passionate dog loving professional to perform all management duties including ensuring other ...
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Raleigh, NC · On-site
$9 - $22/hr
Raleigh Pawz is an award-winning, well-established professional pet care company with opportunities ... Based on the client's preference, this may include dog walks, fenced in yard time and/or indoor ...
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Raleigh, NC · On-site
$9 - $22/hr
Raleigh Pawz is an award-winning, well-established professional pet care company with opportunities ... Based on the client's preference, this may include dog walks, fenced in yard time and/or indoor ...
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Raleigh, NC · On-site
$9 - $22/hr
Raleigh Pawz is an award-winning, well-established professional pet care company with opportunities ... Based on the client's preference, this may include dog walks, fenced in yard time and/or indoor ...
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Raleigh, NC · On-site
$9 - $22/hr
Raleigh Pawz is an award-winning, well-established professional pet care company with opportunities ... Based on the client's preference, this may include dog walks, fenced in yard time and/or indoor ...
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| Aspect | Professional Dog | Pet Groomer |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Certification often preferred, experience required | Certification optional, training programs available |
| Work Environment | Dog training facilities, kennels, or private homes | Grooming salons, pet stores, mobile grooming vans |
| Industry Usage | Used in dog training, behavior modification, and obedience | Focused on grooming, bathing, and styling |
Professional Dogs are trained for obedience, behavior, and specialized tasks, often requiring certifications and working in training environments. Pet Groomers primarily focus on grooming services like bathing, trimming, and styling, working mainly in grooming salons or mobile units. While both roles involve working with dogs, their skills, certifications, and work settings differ significantly.
The most popular types of Dog jobs in Raleigh, NC are:
$18 - $26/hr
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Full-Time Professional Dog Trainer
Paws At Play Luxury Pet Resort is seeking an experienced, passionate, and motivated Full-Time Professional Dog Trainer to join our growing team!
We're looking for someone who believes in building confident, well-mannered dogs through positive reinforcement training and enjoys working closely with both dogs and their owners. If you're committed to creating lasting results while making training fun and rewarding, we'd love to meet you.
About the RoleAs our Professional Dog Trainer, you'll lead our training programs while collaborating with our daycare and boarding teams. You'll work with puppies through adult dogs, helping them develop confidence, good manners, and reliable obedience in a positive, engaging environment.
You'll be responsible for conducting our Puppy Preschool, K9 Kindergarten and Play & Train Program, private training sessions, and Board & Train sessions, while educating owners on how to continue their dog's success at home.
ResponsibilitiesLead Puppy Preschool and Play & Train programs
Conduct private training and Board & Train sessions
Develop individualized training plans for each dog
Teach basic obedience, manners, and life skills using positive reinforcement
Evaluate dogs for temperament, behavior, and training goals
Provide daily progress reports and homework for pet parents
Work collaboratively with daycare and boarding staff to reinforce training throughout the day
Maintain a safe, clean, and positive training environment
Deliver exceptional customer service and client communication
CPDT-KA (Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed) certification required
Minimum of 2 years of professional dog training experience preferred
Strong understanding of canine behavior, learning theory, and positive reinforcement training methods
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Ability to safely handle dogs of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments
Comfortable working in a fast-paced daycare and boarding environment
Dependable, organized, self-motivated, and a collaborative team player
Weekend availability required
We're searching for someone who is:
Passionate about helping dogs and their families succeed
Patient, encouraging, and professional
Positive, energetic, and dependable
Committed to continuing education and staying current with modern, science-based training methods
Dedicated to providing exceptional care and customer service
At Paws At Play, we believe every dog deserves the opportunity to learn, play, and thrive. Our training philosophy focuses on building confidence, strengthening the human-animal bond, and creating lifelong success through positive reinforcement.
As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to grow our training department, make a meaningful impact on the lives of dogs and their families, and work alongside a supportive team that is passionate about providing exceptional care.
If you're ready to make a difference and help shape the future of training at Paws At Play, we'd love to hear from you!
Please submit your resume, CPDT-KA certification, and a brief cover letter explaining why you're the right fit for our team.
