Dog Daycare Attendant

Job Description Job Description Camp Run-A-Mutt Gainesville is hiring Part-time and Full-Time daytime and overnight Dog Daycare Attendants. The main job of the Yard Attendant is to be the “Alpha Dog” of the pack. The yard attendant maintains the well-being, health, safety, and control of all dogs in Camp Run-A-Mutt's care while being the dogs best friend, security and protector. Yard Attendant responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Monitoring dogs Learning all dogs' names Disciplining dogs with kindness, understanding and distraction Identifying why a dog may need discipline Treating all dogs equally and like your own Clean up dog messes immediately/noting anything abnormal Maintaining laundry, facilities, supplies and water bowls Being aware of hazards (sharp objects, electric cords, etc.) Cleaning yard and boarding area Assisting staff for clean-up, dog control, etc. Greeting dogs entering the yard by name Rounding up dogs that are leaving or getting groomed Saying good-bye to dogs leaving by name Assisting in feeding of dogs for breakfast, lunch or dinner Assisting in giving medication or temperament testing Assisting the groomer or front desk when asked Cleaning and sanitizing feeding bowls Assisting in “end of day” clean up Spraying/sanitizing the yard Emptying and sanitizing trash cans Sanitizing dog beds and water bowls, etc. Essential Qualities Needed: Be good with dogs of all size As the alpha dog, be calm and relaxed Stay focused and attentive for your entire shift Be able to be moving on your feet for 90% of your shift Be comfortable stooping and bending to corral and redirect dogs Be ok with exposure to all of the elements from sunny to rainy Lift up to 25 pounds Be able to physically restrain a dog up to 100 pounds by yourself Have a positive attitude at all times Be able to remember all dog names Be able to work without cell phone access for your entire shift To apply: Fill out an application with an attached resume for Gainesville at: https://www.camprunamutt.com/jobs.

Location: Gainesville, FL, US

Posted Date: 4/30/2025