Kennel Assistant

We're Hiring!

Part-Time Kennel Assistant and Full-Time Kennel Manager

Wiggle Butts and Waggin' Tails is a small individualized dog daycare and boarding facility located just outside of Traverse City, MI. We provide top quality care for dogs in a clean, safe and engaging environment. We prioritize enrichment, playtime, and lots of pets.

Hours: Up to 20 hours per week for part time, 40 hours a week for full time, weekday AND weekend shifts

• Hours will vary and can start as early as 6am or end as late as 5:30pm

• Must be able to work during the day

Compensation: Pay rate will reflect skills and qualifications

What You'll Do:

• Engage and play with dogs in both daycare and boarding environments both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions

• Provide food, water, and medication as needed

• Perform cleaning duties to ensure a safe, sanitary, and welcoming kennel

• - This includes, but is not limited to, picking up poop, vacuuming dog hair, sanitizing kennels & play areas, washing dishes, cleaning up accidents or messes

• Observe and monitor dog behavior

• Take dogs on trail walks (weather permitting)

• Perform exit baths

• Work independently and as part of a small, dedicated team

• Manage arriving and departing dogs

• Kennel Manager will also be responsible for supervising staff and running enrichment activities.

What We're Looking For:

• A true love for dogs of all breeds and sizes

• Dependable, self-motivated, hard worker, quick leaner, and able to work with minimal supervision

• Comfortable with physical activity and cleaning tasks

• Prior experience working with dogs is required

• - This can include pet sitting, training, grooming, etc.

• Someone who understands this is a physically demanding job that can be dirty and loud , but also full of the happiest and most loving dogs in Traverse City and surrounding areas.

• Kennel manager must have background in dog related field, preferably dog training or vet tech

If you enjoy being around dogs and thrive in a caring, active environment, we'd love to hear from you! Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until we find the right fit.

To apply: Email resume and cover letter to Tori Batson at [ [email protected] ](mailto:[email protected]?subject=Kennel%20Assistant%20Application){target="_blank" rel="noopener"}