Pet Care Specialist (Part-time)
Company: Throw Me A Bone Inc
Location: New York City
Posted on: February 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description We're a Full-Service Pet Care
company operating several daycare and grooming locations across New
York City. We are growing and seek highly motivated and reliable
Pet Care Specialists/Daycare Attendants to join our awesome team of
dog lovers! You will be expected to provide exceptional care to all
animals under our supervision, while also ensuring an excellent
customer experience. Objectives of the role: Deeply loves animals
and enjoys being in their company Approaches each day with a
positive attitude Pays attention to detail Is able to multi-task
Values effective communication Is interested in a long term
commitment Is in good physical condition, able to squat, bend,
kneel down, lift, be on their feet and do a lot of walking Is
dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of the dogs/cats
under our supervision Thrives in a structured, team oriented, high
paced environment Is comfortable being in an open-play setting with
10-50 dogs at a time for an 8 hour shift Is comfortable engaging
with clients Has prior experience in animal care or dog daycare
management Is goal oriented and desires growth opportunities You’ll
be relied upon to provide a fun, safe, and clean environment for
the dogs and cats in our care. All new hires must successfully
complete an online daycare training course and three days of
onsite/hands-on training in a play space. Responsibilities: Clean
and disinfect play spaces, boarding crates, & grooming areas,
keeping them free; of waste, fur/hair, and other unsanitary or
hazardous materials Give dogs proper food and water throughout the
day Take dogs for walks outside the facility Handle basic bathing
tasks Perform body checks and give medications Supervise play areas
to ensure pet safety Keep records of feeding and walking schedules
for each dog Dedicate time to work with dogs (as outlined in our
daycare training course) Perform light receptionist duties, such as
answering phones and emails Send end of day pet journals to clients
detailing the activities of their dogs Participate in company pop
up events Be available to work occasional weekends/ holidays
Required skills and qualifications: Minimum high school diploma or
GED certificate At least 18 years old Prior experience at a dog
daycare facility, shelter, or personal animal care Familiarity with
identifying various dog breeds and behaviors Passion for taking
care of animals Teamwork and strong communication skills Physical
stamina for cleaning and maintaining all daycare areas Familiarity
with various dog harnesses /leashes /collars Compensation range:
Entry level $17.00-18.00 per hour Benefits Raises & performance
bonuses Career advancement opportunities & support Discounted
daycare for employees’ dogs (upon successful daycare evaluation)
Flexible hours available Company outings & team building events Our
Guiding Principles: Excellence Be the best while doing our best,
both in our personal lives and as a company. Integrity The
foundation of trust and the fabric of all meaningful relationships
– not only with our clients and the pets who rely on us, but also
with our team, who we rely on every day. Passion For what we do,
and the pets we do it for – otherwise why do it? Hospitality How we
welcome others into our family – with open arms, courtesy, kindness
and a sense of belonging.
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