Canine Behavioral Specialist

Pet Paradise's full-service pet care destination is dedicated to giving pet parents access to all the premium care they need to give their furry family member the happiest, healthiest, longest life possible. The Pet Paradise brand has grown to offer resort-style pet day camp and care, professional pet grooming, low-stress and high-quality veterinary care, and of course, overnight boarding that feels like home, all under one roof. Located in ten states with more than 60 locations in operation or under development, Pet Paradise continues to expand in the United States.

The Canine Behavior Specialist is responsible for identifying desired behaviors and developing a training plan to teach new or improved behavior based on the needs of both the pet and the pet parent. Using practical knowledge of animal behavior, training techniques, and equipment; the Canine Behavior Specialist will educate pet parents on effective methods to sustain learned behaviors and acquired skills. Train and certify other Pet Paradise employees in dog training techniques.

• Consult with customers to discuss behavioral concerns and training needs of pets and pet parents.

• Develop suitable training plans, focusing on and resolving problem areas, including aggression, separation anxiety, hyperactivity, and biting.
• Teach dogs to obey basic commands using various training techniques that are best suited to each dog’s personality and attributes.
• Educate pet parents on appropriate training methods to enforce and maintain behaviors and skills learned during training sessions.

• Examine the progress of each dog and provide regular progress updates to pet parents.
• Promote, demonstrate, and offer dog training programs to pet parents.
• Answer customer questions regarding training, behavioral issues, and pricing for training services.
• Travel throughout Pet Paradise locations training other employees on dog training techniques.
• Contact customers to schedule training appointments and verify bookings.

• Complimentary Pet Day Camp – Bring your dog with you to work!
• 30 Days of Complimentary Pet Boarding (non-holidays)
• On-demand pay with DailyPay
• Discounted Veterinary Care and Grooming Services (per location)
• Dog/Cat Adoption Assistance
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with company match
• Health (with company-funded HSA option), Dental and Vision Insurance