Trainer | Groomy Pet

We are looking for an experienced dog trainer/handler withenthusiasm for small animals to join this newly established practice in Abu Dhabi.

The successful candidate will oversee the daycare/boarding unit and provide instruction to animals, condition them, determine their receptiveness to training, check them for health or behavioral problems.

• Speaking with animal owners or trainers to determine their goals and expectations.

• Developing an understanding of animal behavior.

• Creating training regimes for animals.

• Monitoring animals for health and behavioral issues, learning about their unique abilities.

• Feeding and medicating animals.

• Using positive reinforcement and other techniques to elicit desired animal behavior.

• Providing updates to other parties about the progress and condition of the animals.

• Educating others about animals, their behavior, training, and the environment.

• Providing general care to animals, such as grooming, cleaning habitats or sleeping areas, and familiarizing animals with human voices and contact.

• Working closely with all colleagues and nurture a culture of collaboration and teamwork.

Groomy is a leading and revolutionizing pet grooming facility with a focus on natural products and personalized care for each pet. Our comprehensive services include haircuts, deshedding, paw pad shaves, sanitary trims, eye and ear cleaning, and precise nail trimming.

Committed to providing a calm and stress-free atmosphere, Groomy ensures pets have a positive grooming experience.

Groomy is dedicated to creating a nurturing experience that helps pets look and feel their best!

• Minimum of 2–3 years of professional animal training experience

• Formal training certification or completion of a recognized animal behavior program

• Strong understanding of animal behavior, obedience methods, and positive-reinforcement techniques

• Ability to create structured training plans and work effectively with both pets and owners

• Proficiency in English is required; knowledge of Arabic is advantageous.

• Previous experience working with a variety of breeds and temperaments

• Ability to maintain accurate training records and progress reports

• Physically fit and comfortable working with active or strong animals

• Willingness to conduct sessions in different environments

• Animal behavior understanding and handling

• Training plan development and implementation

• Patience, consistency, and problem-solving

• Clear communication with pet owners