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Benefits:

Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee discounts

Love dogs and want to build your skills in professional pet care? Scenthound is a wellness-focused dog care company centered on routine care for a dog’s Skin, Coat, Ears, Nails, and Teeth (S.C.E.N.T.). We’re looking for dependable, energetic team members who care about dog safety, quality, and teamwork.

No grooming experience is required. We provide structured, hands-on training.

What You'll Do

Bathe and dry dogs thoroughly to Scenthound standards
Perform routine hygiene services including teeth brushing, ear cleaning, nail clips and grinds, and other approved services
Prep dogs for grooming and trimming services when applicable
Observe each dog's Skin, Coat, Ears, Nails, and Teeth and accurately complete S.C.E.N.T. Checks
Handle dogs calmly, confidently, and compassionately, including dogs that may be nervous or uncomfortable
Follow dog safety, restraint, equipment, and service protocols at all times
Manage your individual service schedule with a sense of urgency while maintaining quality and safety
Maintain clean, sanitized, and organized work areas and equipment between dogs
Support teammates when there is space between appointments to keep service flow moving
Communicate and collaborate with the front- and back-of-house teams throughout the day

Who We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are:

Comfortable and compassionate working with dogs of different sizes, breeds, ages, and temperaments
Reliable and accountable for being ready to work at your scheduled start time
Coachable and willing to apply feedback to improve your skills
Patient, adaptable, and able to stay calm when the environment gets busy
Proactive and willing to help the team without always being asked
Detail-oriented and committed to completing services thoroughly
Able to work efficiently and maintain a strong sense of urgency without sacrificing dog safety
A positive, team-first communicator who takes pride in a clean and professional workspace
Interested in learning, improving, and growing within Scenthound

Experience & Physical Requirements

Previous professional dog handling, bathing, grooming, veterinary, kennel, daycare, or pet-care experience is a plus, but not required
Comfort working hands-on with dogs throughout the shift
Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and safely perform the physical functions of the role
Stamina to stand and remain active for extended periods
Ability to work in a fast-paced, wet, and sometimes noisy environment
Reliable transportation
Willingness to work in a smoke-free environment

Compensation & Benefits

Shared Tip Pool
Medical, dental, and vision insurance*
Complimentary Scenthound membership
Structured onboarding and hands-on training
Ongoing professional development and certification opportunities
Defined career-growth opportunities within Scenthound
Supportive, team-focused work environment

*Benefits subject to eligibility requirements.

Grow With Scenthound

Scenthound is built around development. Scent Techs begin by building strong foundations in dog handling, safety, hygiene services, tools, equipment, and service quality. As you demonstrate proficiency, there are opportunities to progress through advanced Scent Tech competencies and into Lead Scent Tech and Trimmer development.

We value team members who seek growth, take initiative, respond well to coaching, and want to become stronger professionals over time.

Two Locations in Houston

4850 Beechnut Street Houston, TX 77096

2621 S. Shepherd Drive Houston, TX 77098

Compensation: $11.00 - $13.00 per hour

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