Dog Trainer / Apprentice

Petco - FORT SMITH, Arkansas

At Petco, we believe it is our duty to nurture the complete health and well-being of animals.  We’re here to help pet parents navigate the ups and downs of pet parenthood.  We offer more than just supplies and services – we offer ears to listen and shoulders to lean on.  Our Petco family is made up of pet lovers who unselfishly put the needs of others before their own.  And like all great families, this one offers the support and inspiration we need to thrive.

As a Dog Trainer or Dog Trainer Apprentice with Petco, you will play an absolutely vital role in the Petco family. Within your store, you will be the primary resource and leader for Petco’s Positive Dog Training program. You must be committed to and show a genuine interest in enhancing communication and teamwork between dog and pet parent by offering positive solutions and rewarding success while providing a fun and safe environment for dogs, pet parents and store partners.  

Our Dog Trainer Apprenticeship is a comprehensive training program to prepare you for the role of Dog Trainer in your store.  Apply today, and a store manager will review your skills, experience and prior training to determine where you might fit on the Dog Training team.

Responsibilities will include:

• Acting as a subject matter expert for Petco’s Positive Dog Training Program, products, services and in-store promotions
• Promoting, conducting and instructing all current dog training curricula
• Be a genuine Petco ambassador who exemplifies the Petco culture and values in all communications and interactions. 
• Coaching, encouraging and motivating dogs and pet parents
• Effectively deliver formal presentations
• Achieve Dog Training goals by offering creative Training solutions
• Strong ability to inspire and motivate self and others.
• Assisting in the loading, unloading and stocking of merchandise
• Ensuring that store animals receive the highest quality care and are maintained in clean, safe and secure habitats
• Promoting established safety and loss prevention procedures 

• CPDT-KA or Karen Pryor Academy (KPA-CTP) certifications
• Previous experience teaching positive reinforcement dog training techniques in group or class settings
• Computer skills with the ability to quickly research information from the Internet
• The ability to work during peak traffic periods during week days and weekends

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Posted: 30+ days ago

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