Dog Care Specialist — Outdoor Play Job New Germany Minnesota USA,Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care

Top Dog Country Club, a respected and world-renowned vacation club for dogs located in New Germany, Minnesota, is seeking a full- or part-time Pet Care Specialist to join our team. We offer both full-time and part-time positions with competitive compensation ranging from $20 to $26/hour, including tips, based on skill and experience. Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes:

Medical insurance
Pet insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off (PTO)
401(k) with a match
Daycare and boarding benefits
Ability to receive tips

Pet Care Specialists work a variety of flexible shifts. Typical schedules may include shifts from 6 AM to 3 PM or 12 PM to 9 PM, with additional options such as 9 AM to 3 PM or 9 AM to 6 PM, adjusted for seasonal demand. The role requires availability for early mornings, late evenings, every other weekend, and half of the holidays to ensure consistent, high-quality care for our canine guests.

WHAT YOUR DAY IS LIKE

As a full- or part-time Pet Care Specialist, you will contribute to our mission of providing a safe, engaging, and enjoyable experience for each dog entrusted to our care. Your day will include supervising and participating in outdoor group play sessions, encouraging healthy social interactions, and ensuring the well-being of every guest. You will collaborate with a dedicated team to create a welcoming environment, monitor the health and happiness of each pet, and communicate with owners to provide peace of mind while they are away.

WHO ARE WE?

We are a premier vacation destination for dogs located in New Germany, Minnesota, just 20 minutes west of Lake Minnetonka. Dogs enjoy a vacation of their own with 5–6 hours of daily group play and engaging activities led by our caring staff, who help foster positive social skills. Additionally, we donate 10% of profits to the Top Dog Foundation, supporting the rescue of "Elder Pups" whose owners can no longer care for them.

We offer a collaborative, supportive, and fun environment where passion for animal care and personal growth are celebrated, ongoing training is encouraged, and each employee is valued and empowered to make a difference!

WHAT'S NEEDED FROM A PET CARE SPECIALIST?

At least 18 years old
High School Diploma or GED
Passion for dogs and love for the outdoors and being physically active
Ability to work with dogs of all sizes
Ability to work effectively on a team
Extreme reliability and strong work ethic
Ability to work outside in any type of weather
Available to work some holidays and every other weekend

Experience with canine-assistance work or owning pets is a plus! If you are interested in joining Top Dog Country Club as a Pet Care Specialist, we invite you to submit your application using our mobile-friendly platform. Take the next step in your career and become part of a team dedicated to excellence!