Dog Daycare Attendant

About Us:

Join our team at Westford Co. Golden Grove (formerly Ari & Me), located in the vibrant suburb of Golden Grove in Tea Tree Gully, Adelaide. As a family-run business, we prioritise the safety and happiness of all dogs in our care, fostering strong relationships with both pets and owners.

Mission:

Our mission is to strengthen the bond between humans and their canine companions through force-free, fear-free practices. We uphold the highest safety standards and prioritise mutual trust and understanding.

Requirements:

• Experience in dog care and handling - especially dog body language in order to avoid confrontations between dogs to ensure our utmost priority of their wellbeing.
• Be available to work for shifts during our daycare hours: Tuesday-Friday 6:30am to 6:30pm
• Reliable, trustworthy, and dedicated work ethic
• Current driver's license
• Understanding of force-free, fear-free methods:
• Proficiency in managing diverse dog energies and proactively adjusting to dynamics as they change
• Must have current Australian work authorisation

Responsibilities:

• Supervising, engaging, and monitoring dogs
• Implementing basic training and manners
• Documenting and sharing dog content on social media
• Utilising force-free, fear-free methods
• Maintaining facility cleanliness and hygiene
• Recording daily dog behaviour and well-being

Qualifications Preferred, Experience Essential:

• Completion of animal-related qualifications (e.g., Cert 3 Companion Animal Services)
• Minimum 6 months of experience in companion dog industry roles (e.g., daycare, grooming, boarding, training, vet nursing)

Certificate III in Animal Care Services, Companion Animal Services, Captive Animals, or any animal-related Certificate

If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about working with dogs in a dynamic environment, we'd love to hear from you

Apply now or send us an email