Pet Care Counselor

Welcome to Canine Cowboy!

• We offer a unique kennel-free dog resort in Aubrey, TX.
• We are dedicated to providing top-quality, compassionate care for dogs and their owners.
• As a homelike environment without kennels, we focus on enrichment, fun, and safety, offering dogs a natural space to play, relax, and be themselves.
• Our team is passionate about making a positive impact in the community—partnering with local shelters and rescue groups to help dogs in need.
• Owned and operated locally, we pride ourselves on a close-knit, fun-loving workplace where staff and dogs alike thrive.

Job Details

• We are actively hiring Pet Care Counselors to join our team.
• This role involves supervising playgroups of dogs, ensuring their safety, and maintaining a clean, welcoming environment.
• Key responsibilities include monitoring dog behavior, following positive reinforcement handling protocols, feeding, administering medication, and professionally engaging with pet parents.
• You’ll conduct safety checks, clean the facilities, and assist with administrative tasks such as check-ins, check-outs, and client communication.
• Shifts are 12 hours, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., three days a week, with a one-hour lunch break.
• Paid training is provided, including a 90-day training period for experienced handlers and longer for newcomers.
• Please note that we prioritize candidates with prior volunteer or professional dog handling experience.

Ideal Candidate

• Our ideal Pet Care Counselor is a dependable, energetic, and positive individual who truly loves dogs and people.
• You must be able to build great relationships with clients, communicate effectively, and work well within a team.
• Experience managing large groups of dogs (25-30) in a daycare or boarding setting is essential.
• You should be comfortable handling dogs using positive reinforcement and be able to recognize dog body language and health signals.
• Dependability, reliability, and a proactive attitude are crucial—you should take initiative without needing direction.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay at $13 to $15 per hour to start (based on experience)
• Opportunities for annual performance reviews and salary adjustments
• Paid training and ongoing education
• Employee discount on services
• On-site snacks and drinks, including water and Gatorade
• Paid breaks during lunch when staying on-site
• Bonuses at Christmas and birthdays, based on performance
• Fun team events and the chance to be part of a passionate, locally owned business

Join Canine Cowboy and be part of a team where every day is about making dogs and their owners happy in a fun, supportive environment. We look forward to meeting passionate, dedicated pet lovers ready to make a difference!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• On-the-job training
• Paid training

Application Question(s):

• How many years experience do you have working in a dog boarding/daycare facility? Applicants with experience will be given priority
• You can be scheduled to work any day of the week Sun-Sat, 3 days a week from 7am-7pm. Hours are not negotiable. Are you available to work any day during these times?
• We are open 365 days a year. Weekend and holiday availability are required. Are you available to work weekends & holidays?

Work Location: In person