Dog Daycare & Boarding Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

We’re Hiring! Join Our Pack at The Dog Chateau!

The Dog Chateau is an award-winning daycare, boarding, and training facility, proudly voted #1 Pet Boarding/Day Care by the Daily Gazette and a Times Union Best Of Finalist: Top 5 Places to Bring Your Dog in the Capital Region.

Are you passionate about dogs and dedicated to providing top-notch care? We are seeking a compassionate, reliable, and hardworking Dog Daycare & Boarding Assistant to join our team. We pride ourselves on offering every pup a safe, fun, and nurturing environment and are looking for someone who shares our commitment to excellence. 

• Position: Dog Daycare & Boarding Assistant
• Location: The Dog Chateau, Glenville, NY
• Job Type: Part-time or Full-time
• Expected Hours: 15–40 hours per week
• Hourly Pay: $18–$20 per hour

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the safety, structure, and positive social dynamics of all dogs in a supervised pack environment
• Lead structured off-leash pack walks and outdoor adventures across our 11 fenced-in acres
• Facilitate enrichment-based activities that support mental stimulation, confidence, and healthy behavior
• Monitor and assess canine body language, behavior, and group interactions, proactively preventing and addressing issues
• Provide individualized care and attention, adapting to each dog’s temperament, energy level, and needs
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary environment across all indoor and outdoor spaces to the highest standards
• Support feeding routines, medication administration, and daily wellness checks with attention to detail
• Deliver an exceptional client experience
• Assist in creating a calm, structured, and enriching daily flow, balancing play, rest, and activity
• Collaborate with team members to uphold The Dog Chateau’s standards of excellence, safety, and care

Qualifications:

• Genuine passion for dogs and a strong commitment to their safety, well-being, and enrichment
• Hands-on experience working with dogs in a daycare, boarding, training, shelter, or similar environment
• Strong understanding of canine behavior, body language, and pack dynamics
• Ability to confidently handle dogs of all sizes, temperaments, and energy levels
• Experience with or interest in basic obedience training and behavior reinforcement
• Ability to remain calm, observant, and proactive in a fast-paced, group-play environment
• Strong work ethic with a high level of responsibility, reliability, and attention to detail
• Physically capable of standing, walking, and working outdoors for extended periods, including multiple structured pack walks daily
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks safely
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with a professional, client-focused mindset
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Pet First Aid/CPR certification preferred (or willingness to obtain—company-sponsored training provided)

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly pay ($18–$20/hour)
• 401K with 3% employer match for both part-time and full-time team members after 90 days
• Hands-on experience in a structured, enrichment-based environment focused on canine behavior and pack dynamics
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities, including exposure to socialization and obedience work
• Employee discounts on services
• Opportunity to bring your dog to work with free daycare (pending successful evaluation)
• Work in a beautiful, nature-based setting with 11 fenced-in acres and expansive indoor space
• Be part of a supportive, team-oriented culture that values excellence, accountability, and growth
• Meaningful, purpose-driven work making a direct impact on the well-being of dogs and the community

Our Mission:
To care for every dog like family—enriching their lives and well-being through expert care, love, and compassion in a nature-based setting where they experience new adventures each day and truly thrive. We are equally committed to creating a brighter future for dogs in need by supporting rescue efforts and community organizations dedicated to their safety, care, and well-being.

If you’re ready to join a team that values compassion, responsibility, and the well-being of every dog, apply today! Send your resume and a brief cover letter explaining why you’d be an excellent fit for The Dog Chateau.

Company Description
The Dog Chateau is a premier dog care facility located in Glenville, NY, offering exceptional daycare, boarding, and enrichment services for dogs. With 11 scenic, fenced-in acres for supervised play and a 5,000-square-foot indoor area for play and rest, we create a comfortable, engaging environment that fosters natural pack dynamics. Dedicated to providing a healthy, all-natural experience, we offer locally sourced, human-grade treats to the dogs in our care and use all-natural grooming products. Our focus on safety, well-being, and quality ensures that every pup enjoys a nurturing, enriching stay. At The Dog Chateau, we’re not just a business—we’re a community of dog lovers committed to making a positive difference in the lives of pets and their families.

Join The Dog Chateau for a fulfilling job with dogs, scenic acres, a supportive team, competitive pay, 401K, and meaningful, flexible work!

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The Dog Chateau
4057 Amsterdam Rd.Glenville,
NY
USA

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