Kennel/Daycare Attendant - Waggin' Tails Doggie Dude Ranch

Overview

Dog Daycare Attendant, Waggin' Tails Doggie Dude Ranch| Madison, Wisconsin

Where every tail wag, purr, and wet nose gets VIP treatment, and so do you.

About the Practice
At Waggin' Tails Doggie Dude Ranch, we're not just a boarding and daycare facility, we're a second home for pets, and a place where dogs can play, socialize, and be cared for with real attention and heart. Every team member plays a vital role in creating a safe, clean, and fun environment for the dogs in our care. We're connected to Fitchburg Veterinary Hospital, so on-site veterinary support is close by if a guest ever needs it, and we offer enriching daycare playgroups, comfortable boarding, and lots of personalized attention. We're looking for a Full-Time or Part-Time Dog Daycare Attendant to join our growing team.

What You'll Help Make Possible

• Safe, well-supervised group play where every dog can socialize and burn off energy
• A clean, organized, sanitized space that keeps dogs healthy and comfortable
• Dogs who feel genuinely cared for, from feeding and walks to baths and grooming
• Early awareness of behavior or health concerns, caught and reported before they become bigger issues
• A daycare environment that runs smoothly because the whole team supports each other

What We're Looking For

Required:

• 18 years of age or older
• 1-2 years of experience working with dogs in a group setting (daycare or boarding)
• Confident reading dog body language and managing group dynamics
• Comfortable with hands-on, physically active work

Preferred:

• A calm, patient approach, even in high-energy situations
• Reliable, positive, and genuinely enjoys working as part of a team
• Comfortable in an active, high-energy environment
• Ready to keep learning and growing throughout each shift

Schedule

• Full-time or part-time
• Flexible shift, 4 to 8 hour shifts
• Rotating weekends
• Holiday shifts required

Compensation
Compensation for this role ranges from $15.00 to $17.00 per hour, based on experience and skills.

Not From the Area?
We're located in the Fitchburg/Madison area, known for its vibrant community, outdoor spaces, and pet-friendly culture.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Free virtual mental health services for your household (ages 13+)
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Generous CE allowance plus paid CE time
• Uniform allowance
• Pet care discounts for your personal pets
• PTO, floating holidays, parental leave, and military leave
• A robust Employee Assistance Program (from finances to wellness and everything in between)
• Access to Encore Vet Group's library of training, CE, and career development resources
• A 401(k) with up to 5% company match

This reflects our full-time benefits package. Since this role can be full-time or part-time, actual benefits will depend on the number of hours you work.

If you're ready to spend your days surrounded by wagging tails and a team that genuinely has your back, we'd love to meet you. Apply today.

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Waggin' Tails Doggie Dude Ranch & Pet Lodge is proud to be partnered by Encore Vet Group - see what that means for you:

Encore Vet Group is a community of veterinary hospitals that share a passion for the profession and a strong commitment to those who provide veterinary care. We are dedicated to a great culture, strong leadership, and high-quality medicine. Veterinary practice success doesn't happen without these key ingredients.

Our hospitals maintain the culture and atmosphere of a private veterinary practice while gaining access to collective resources and veterinary business management expertise to help lead their teams forward and shape their future. Whether you're a veterinarian, technician, or support staff, our focus is to support you in doing what you love - caring for animals while advancing your career.

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Pay Range

USD $15.00 - USD $17.00 /Hr.