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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for waggin tails in the United States is $20.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $10.34 and $18.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Waggin Tails job typically involves working with animals, such as pet care, dog walking, or grooming services. Employees may be responsible for feeding, exercising, and ensuring the well-being of pets. Depending on the role, tasks can include cleaning, training, or providing customer service to pet owners. This job is ideal for animal lovers who enjoy hands-on work with pets.

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Professionals with Waggin Tails generally spend their days walking dogs, feeding and caring for animals, and ensuring pets are safe, happy, and healthy during scheduled visits. Responsibilities may also include administering medications, completing pet wellness checklists, and sending regular photo or text updates to clients. You might visit multiple homes or work with several pets throughout the day, requiring excellent time management and attention to detail. The role often involves outdoor activity in all types of weather, making flexibility and physical fitness important for success.

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To thrive as a Waggin Tails dog walker or pet care provider, you need a strong understanding of animal behavior, basic first aid for pets, and experience handling dogs of various sizes and temperaments. Knowledge of pet care software apps, GPS tracking tools, and sometimes animal CPR certification is often advantageous. Strong communication, reliability, and a genuine love for animals help build trust with clients and provide compassionate care. These skills are vital for ensuring pets' safety, providing excellent client service, and building a positive reputation in the pet care industry.

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Groomer - Waggin' Tails

Groomer - Waggin' Tails

Encore Vet Group

Fitchburg, WI โ€ข On-site

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago


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Overview
Waggin' Tails Doggie Dude Ranch & Pet Lodge is a full-service animal care facility affiliated with Fitchburg Veterinary Hospital. We're passionate about providing a warm and inviting atmosphere that offers excellent care and client service, and we're growing our talented team! We're looking to add another Groomer who is passionate about providing pets the highest level of pampering, and would love for you to join us today!
Why choose Waggin' Tails Doggie Dude Ranch & Pet Lodge?
We go the extra mile to ensure the safety and well-being of every guest! Waggin' Tails is a state-of-the-art, full-service animal care facility, that offers daycare, training, lodging, and grooming services. We put our guests and clients first in all that we do and continuously strive to be the desired destination for clients to bring their beloved companions. Our animal care team understands the importance of the special bond each client shares with their pet, that's why we are dedicated to making sure our guests and their owners feel as welcomed as possible from the moment they step into our facility.
Waggin' Tails Doggie Dude Ranch & Pet Lodge might be the right place for you if:
  • You're a compassionate Groomer, dedicated to providing a tailored grooming experience to each and every pet.
  • You're organized, detail oriented, and have superior communication skills.
  • You have strong time management skills and are able to remain on schedule for all grooming appointments.
  • You're comfortable with performing various grooming services including but not limited to, baths, brushings and clippings, nail trims and ear cleanings.
  • You're happy to groom canine and feline guests.
  • You want a supportive environment to learn and grow in your profession.
  • You're looking to be a part of a thriving full-service animal care facility, with a wonderful team culture.

Not familiar with the area? Don't worry!
  • Fitchburg, Wisconsin, is a great and highly diverse city with a very welcoming community, there are plenty of community events to partake in, restaurants to enjoy, along with retail shops, walking trails, a vibrant arts and culture scene, and much more. Fitchburgis an ideal place to call home, raise a family, and build a thriving career.

We value health, well-being, and professional growth:
  • Our compensation package is competitive, and commensurate with experience.
  • We offer excellent total rewards benefits, inclusive of medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
  • Encore Vet Group will provide up to a 5% match on 401K plans.
  • We happily provide a generous CE allowance, as well as time off to attend CE events.
  • We contribute a uniform allowance to all full-time and part-time team members.
  • We provide pet credits and discounts for personal pets of all part-time and full-time team members.
  • Providing PTO, floating holidays, and parental leave to our team members is paramount.

If you think Waggin' Tails Doggie Dude Ranch & Pet Lodge might be the right fit for you, and you're interested in exploring our partnership with Encore Vet Group, we'd love to hear from you!
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All are welcome at Encore Vet Group , and we're proud to be an equal opportunity employer.