Dog Care Specialist

Join Our Pack as a Dog Care Specialist at The Good Shepherd! Are you passionate about dogs and thrive in a fast-paced environment? The Good Shepherd, a trusted dog boarding and daycare facility in Midland, TX, is looking for dependable, hardworking, and dog-loving individuals to join our team as a Dog Care Specialist . If you’re ready to make a difference in the lives of our furry friends, we’d love to meet you! What You'll Be Doing As a Dog Care Specialist, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the safety, happiness, and well-being of the dogs in our care. Your responsibilities will include: Supervising and safely interacting with dogs in daycare and boarding settings. Monitoring dog behavior to maintain safe and fun playgroups. Feeding, watering, and administering medications as instructed. Cleaning kennels, play yards, and common areas throughout the day. Assisting with bathing dogs as needed. Helping with check-ins, check-outs, and greeting clients. Following all safety, cleaning, and animal handling procedures. Collaborating with a team to ensure every dog receives excellent care. What We're Looking For We’re seeking someone who genuinely loves dogs and is committed to providing them with the best care possible. To thrive in this role, you should have: At least 1 year of professional experience working with dogs in daycare, boarding, training, veterinary, grooming, shelter, or similar environments. Comfort handling dogs of all sizes, breeds, and temperaments. A dependable and punctual work ethic with the ability to work independently. Strong communication and teamwork skills. The ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stay active throughout your shift. Availability to work weekends, holidays, and split shifts (7:00 AM–10:00 AM and 3:00 PM–6:00 PM). Why Join The Good Shepherd? At The Good Shepherd, we believe in creating a positive and supportive environment for both our team and the dogs we care for. While we don’t offer traditional benefits, we do provide: Competitive pay based on experience. Employee discounts on services. Opportunities for growth within the company. The chance to work with an amazing team and incredible dogs every day. Our Culture and Values We’re more than just a dog daycare and boarding facility—we’re a family. Our team is passionate about providing a clean, safe, and enriching environment for every dog that walks through our doors. If you’re someone who takes pride in your work, loves getting your hands dirty, and has a positive attitude, you’ll fit right in! By applying to this job, you agree to receive periodic text messages from this employer and Homebase about your pending job application. Opt out anytime. Msg & data rates may apply. Powered by Homebase. Free employee scheduling, time clock and hiring tools. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Good Shepherd Dog Boarding and Daycare