Canine Companion

Job overview

The Canine Companion role is onsite in Centreville, VA, with compensation listed as $13–$16 per hour. The Dog Stop Centreville is a dog daycare and boarding facility focused on the safety and care of dogs. The canine handler supervises playgroups and provides daily care for boarding and daycare dogs. Safe handling, enrichment, sanitation, and communication with the team support a clean and controlled environment for animals.

What you'll do

• Supervise dogs during group play and recognize canine body language
• maintain safe daycare environments
• redirect inappropriate behavior
• feed and water dogs according to care instructions
• administer medications as directed
• complete boarding, daycare, and enrichment activities
• walk dogs outside group play
• clean kennels and shared areas
• report changes in behavior or health
• follow safety and emergency procedures
• and assist with opening, closing, and other facility tasks.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

canine handler

dog daycare

boarding

animal care

dog safety

centreville va

the dog stop

$13-$16/hour

some weekends and holidays

training provided

flexible schedule

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Employee discounts
• flexible schedule
• free food and snacks
• free uniforms
• advancement opportunities
• training and development
• paid training
• dog daycare and boarding discounts.

Why this role

Previous animal-care experience is preferred, but training is offered; some weekends and holidays are required.

About the employer

Tyson And Friends Llc is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other Personal Services. Sector: 81.