animal nurse

Companion Animal Center

<p><b>Companion Crew Member &ndash; Front Desk &amp; Client Care (Animal Care Experience Required)</b><br/>$16/hr. | Full-Time or Part-Time | Oakdale, MN</p><p><b>This is not an entry-level position: </b><i><b>Prior professional animal-care AND customer service experience required (dog daycare/boarding, veterinary clinic, animal shelter, animal control, or similar)</b></i></p><p>Our one-of-a-kind facility blends premium dog daycare and boarding services with a deep-rooted commitment to animal welfare, enrichment, and responsible care.</p><p>The Companion Animal Center is a dual purpose facility; providing small group size dog daycare, premium dog boarding and the home base of Companion Animal Care &amp; Control&mdash;the largest animal control and impound provider serving municipalities across Minnesota and Wisconsin&mdash;we care for dogs &amp; cats in under legal holds every day, providing safety, structure, and compassion when it matters most. This dual role sets us apart: we serve both animals who have loving homes and animals who find themselves without a loving home of their own, all under one roof, with the same high standard of care.</p><p>We are more than a dog daycare. We are a purpose-driven team of animal care takers, animal control officers, animal control transporters and experienced animal welfare professionals working together to support dogs at every stage of their journey.</p><p><b>At the Companion Animal Center, your work matters.</b></p><p>Our brand-new, purpose-built facility supports both public pet care and animal welfare services, with thousands of animals moving through our doors each year. This is a client-facing role for experienced professionals who can seamlessly move between front desk responsibilities and hands-on animal care in a fast-paced, structured environment.</p><p><b>What You&rsquo;ll Do</b></p><ul><li>No two days are the same. This role requires flexibility, strong initiative, and the ability to independently identify and prioritize work as needs shift throughout the day.</li><li>Greet and assist clients with confidence, empathy, and professionalism</li><li>Manage check-ins, check-outs, scheduling questions, and service explanations</li><li>Communicate clearly with pet parents, law enforcement officers, and placement partners</li><li>Support daycare, boarding, and impound operations</li><li>Prepare daily animal health rounds, report cards and client updates</li><li>Maintain high standards for cleanliness, safety, and documentation</li><li>Monitor animal behavior and escalate concerns appropriately</li></ul><p><b>Who We&rsquo;re Looking For</b></p><ul><li>Minimum of 2 years hands-on experience in animal care (shelter, vet clinic, daycare/boarding, animal control, or similar)</li><li>Must be able to retain detailed protocols, work on a small team and thrive with independent work requiring initiative throughout the day</li><li>Strong front desk or client-facing experience within an animal care setting</li><li>Comfortable explaining policies, handling sensitive conversations, and setting expectations</li><li>Thrives in a structured, fast-paced environment with accountability</li><li>Confident working with stressed, fearful, or animals in need of intensive care</li><li>Calm, reliable, detail-oriented, and professional under high levels of pressure</li></ul><p><b>Physical &amp; Work Environment</b></p><ul><li>Ability to lift up to 60 lbs and handle dogs of all sizes</li><li>Comfortable with noise, cleaning, and animal bodily fluids</li><li>Standing, walking, bending, and multitasking throughout the shift</li><li>Indoor and outdoor work in all Minnesota weather</li></ul><p><b>Why Work With Us</b></p><ul><li>Free daycare for your dog on workdays</li><li>Free annual vaccinations for your dog ( after 1 year of work)</li><li>Training and continuing education</li><li>Commission opportunities</li><li>Sick leave</li><li>Employee discount on retail</li><li>Staff snacks and team appreciation events</li><li>Meaningful work in a mission-driven organization</li></ul><p><b>Schedule Expectations</b></p><ul><li>Facility hours: 6:30am&ndash;6:30pm (Mon&ndash;Fri); Sat &amp; Sun 7&ndash;12pm &amp; 5&ndash;7pm</li><li>Weekend and holiday availability required</li><li>Reliable transportation required</li><li>Consistent weekly schedule (no fluctuating shifts, so you can plan your days)</li></ul><p><b>How to Apply</b></p><p>To maintain a streamlined and intentional hiring process, all applicants must complete our application through our website:</p><p>Apply here: <b>https://companionanimalcenter.com/join-the-team</b></p><p>This role is best suited for experienced animal care professionals who take pride in their work, value accountability, and are motivated to be part of a team that leads with both heart and hustle.</p><p>Pay: From $16.00 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Companion Crew Member – Front Desk & Client Care (Animal Care Experience Required)

Five Acres Animal Shelter

<p><b>Our shelter is looking for a motivated individual to join our team at Five Acres Animal Shelter! We are looking for someone who is comfortable handing both canines and felines.</b></p><p><b>JOB DESCRIPTION</b></p><p>Job Title: Animal Care Specialist</p><p>Reports To: Animal Care Manager</p><p>Status: Part-time Seasonal Employee</p><p>Position Summary: The Animal Care Specialist at Five Acres Animal Shelter is responsible for the wellness and care of the animals at the shelter including the completion of daily tasks such as feeding, cleaning, socialization and handling adoptions, as well as fosters. The ideal candidate should have experience with animal care, customer service, and working well within a team.</p><p>The work schedule may vary with at least one weekend day, and some holidays will be required.</p><p>Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Counsel adopters on available pets (cats and dogs)</li><li>Work with staff and volunteers to ensure animal needs are met, including but not limited to: feeding, watering, enrichment, cleaning/sanitizing animal housing, and administering medications as necessary</li><li>Assist with data entry in ShelterLuv as needed</li><li>Abide by protocols of safe animal handling, disease control and prevention</li><li>Assist with shelter upkeep, including but not limited to laundry, dishes, organizational tasks, etc.</li></ul><p>Requirements</p><ul><li>Valid driver&rsquo;s license</li><li>Customer service experience</li><li>Knowledge of canine and feline body language and its interpretation</li><li>Experience with animal care in the professional setting is preferred</li></ul><p>Work Environment &amp; Physical Demands</p><p>Work is performed in an animal shelter environment. Exposure to various weather conditions while working can occur. Can lift or move up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. Must be able to sustain a full shift of walking, bending and lifting.</p><p>Job Types: Part-time, Temporary</p><p>Pay: From $15.00 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Flexible schedule</li></ul><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>Are you familiar with Fear Free animal handling?</li><li>How would you describe your work ethic?</li></ul><p>Ability to Commute:</p><ul><li>Saint Charles, MO 63303 (Required)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Animal Care Specialist (SEASONAL)

Petco

<ul><div>Retail (Stores)
</div><div>R351900
</div><div>Full time
</div><div>Not Remote
</div><div>1800 West 5400 South, Taylorsville, UT 84123 United States</div></ul>
<br><div><div><div>Want to help pets live their best lives?</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be where the pets go and where the <i>pet people</i> go. If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, <b>Petco is the place for you</b>.
</div><div>Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what&rsquo;s right for pets and people.
</div><ul><li><b>Pet First &ndash; Protect &amp; Empower.</b> All pets should <b>Live their Best Life.</b> We put the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do.
</li><li><b>Foster the Fun &ndash; Connect &amp; Bond.</b> Our <b>Passion</b> for pets brings us together! We celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through district experiences, products, and services.
</li><li><b>Let&rsquo;s Go! Own &amp; Commit.</b> We are stronger as <b>One Petco team.</b> We bring our unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success.
</li></ul><div>About Petco:</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be <b>&quot;where the pets go&quot;</b> to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years &mdash; from their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood &mdash; the boundless boops, missing slippers, late night zoomies and everything in between. And we&rsquo;re here for it. Every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We are <b>29,000+</b> strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than <b>1,500</b> Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, <b>250+</b> Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately <b>7 million animals</b> through in-store adoption events.
</div><div>As a <b>Companion Animal Supervisor</b>, you are a trusted subject-matter leader responsible for the health, care, and presentation of our live animals while driving sales, customer experience, and operational excellence within the Companion Animal and Aquatics departments.</div><div>
You lead through expertise and influence, coaching partners to deliver exceptional animal care and knowledgeable service. You combine a deep commitment to pet welfare with strong operational discipline and business acumen to achieve sales, margin, and shrink goals, all while modeling Petco&rsquo;s leadership expectations.</div><div><b>
What You&rsquo;ll Do</b></div><div><b>
Pet First</b></div><ul><li>
Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all live animals through strict adherence to Petco standards, policies, and veterinary protocols.</li><li>
Complete and oversee hourly animal health checks, wellness cards, and required documentation.</li><li>
Ensure proper handling, care, and documentation of adoption animals.</li><li>
Act immediately and appropriately for sick or injured animals in alignment with veterinary protocols.</li></ul><div><b>
Foster the Fun</b></div><ul><li>
Coach and mentor partners to deliver confident, compassionate, and knowledgeable customer interactions.</li><li>
Create a welcoming, engaging environment in the Companion Animal and Aquatics areas through high presentation standards.</li><li>
Promote a positive culture of teamwork, inclusion, and collaboration.</li><li>
Lead by example modeling Petco&rsquo;s selling behaviors and customer service expectations.</li></ul><div><b>
Let&rsquo;s Go!</b></div><ul><li>
Drive Companion Animal and Aquatics sales, margin, and shrink performance through disciplined execution.</li><li>
Utilize business insights to analyze trends, identify opportunities, and implement improvement plans.</li><li>
Efficiently order live animals to balance animal welfare, inventory levels, sales, and margin goals.</li><li>
Support Omni-Channel execution, including BOPUS, ship-from-store, curbside, and endless aisle.</li><li>
Serve as <b>Leader on Duty</b>, supporting Pet Care Center operations, communication, safety, and compliance.</li></ul><div><b>
Key Responsibilities</b></div><div><b>
Animal Care &amp; Operations</b></div><ul><li>
Execute Companion Animal and Aquatics operations including animal care, maintenance, ordering, regulatory compliance, CAPI, HAHC, CAPC, and veterinary partnerships.</li><li>
Ensure all animal maintenance tasks are completed according to the Maintenance Task List.</li><li>
Maintain operational, safety, and regulatory standards at all times.</li><li>
Achieve high standards of cleanliness, care, and visual presentation in all animal areas.</li></ul><div><b>
Business &amp; Customer Experience</b></div><ul><li>
Process transactions efficiently while delivering a great customer experience.</li><li>
Monitor sales, margin, and inventory reports to support department performance.</li><li>
Share product and animal care knowledge to help customers make informed decisions using Petco&rsquo;s selling strategy.</li><li>
Assist with additional duties as needed to support business needs.</li></ul><div><b>
People Leadership</b></div><ul><li>
Train, coach, and develop partners in animal care, selling behaviors, and operational routines.</li><li>
Provide ongoing feedback and support to strengthen partner performance and engagement.</li></ul><div><b>
What Success Looks Like</b></div><ul><li>
Animals are healthy, safe, and cared for to Petco&rsquo;s highest standards.</li><li>
Customers trust the team&rsquo;s expertise and return for guidance and solutions.</li><li>
The Companion Animal department meets or exceeds sales, margin, and shrink goals</li><li>
Partners are confident, well-trained, and proud of the care they provide.</li></ul><div><b>
What You Bring</b></div><div><b>
Experience &amp; Skills</b></div><ul><li>
High school Diploma or GED preferred.</li><li>
1+ year of supervisory experience, preferably in a pet retail environment.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of companion animals, aquatics, and animal care practices.</li><li>
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.</li><li>
High focus on customer service and people development.</li></ul><div><b>
Essential Functions &amp; Work Environment</b></div><div>
This role is primarily performed in a <b>Pet Care Center retail environment</b>. The Companion Animal Supervisor is expected to be regularly present on the sales floor, leading by example and engaging with partners, customers, and pets.</div><ul><li>
Majority of work is conducted indoors; however, occasional duties may require leaving the Pet Care Center for tasks such as bank deposits, merchandise transport, or community events.</li><li>
The role requires frequent standing and walking, as well as bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting.</li><li>
Ability to safely lift and move merchandise, supplies, or animals weighing up to 50 pounds.</li><li>
Regular engagement with customers on the sales floor, including providing customer assistance and performing cashiering and point-of-sale transactions.</li><li>
Must be able to work in proximity to animals, including exposure to animal dander, odors, noises, and cleaning chemicals.</li><li>
Flexible availability to support Pet Care Center operating hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.</li><li>
This is a full-time position. Eligibility for full-time status is based on average hours worked, as defined by company policy and applicable law.</li><li>
A limited amount of travel may be required for training, meetings, or community engagement.</li></ul><div>
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.</div><div><b>
Why You&rsquo;ll Love It Here</b></div><ul><li>
Purpose-driven work that makes a difference for pets and people.</li><li>
Hands-on leadership experience and career growth opportunities.</li><li>
A supportive, inclusive culture built on teamwork and authenticity.</li><li>
The chance to grow your leadership skills while having fun doing meaningful work</li></ul><div>
For a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO - see https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits<div>
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Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.</div><div><br>
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Animal Care Supervisor

<ul><div>Retail (Stores)
</div><div>R352728
</div><div>Part time
</div><div>Not Remote
</div><div>340 Grasmere Avenue, Fairfield, CT 06824 United States</div></ul>
<br><div><div><div>Want to help pets live their best lives?</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be where the pets go and where the <i>pet people</i> go. If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, <b>Petco is the place for you</b>.
</div><div>Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what&rsquo;s right for pets and people.
</div><ul><li><b>Pet First &ndash; Protect &amp; Empower.</b> All pets should <b>Live their Best Life.</b> We put the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do.
</li><li><b>Foster the Fun &ndash; Connect &amp; Bond.</b> Our <b>Passion</b> for pets brings us together! We celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through district experiences, products, and services.
</li><li><b>Let&rsquo;s Go! Own &amp; Commit.</b> We are stronger as <b>One Petco team.</b> We bring our unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success.
</li></ul><div>About Petco:</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be <b>&quot;where the pets go&quot;</b> to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years &mdash; from their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood &mdash; the boundless boops, missing slippers, late night zoomies and everything in between. And we&rsquo;re here for it. Every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We are <b>29,000+</b> strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than <b>1,500</b> Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, <b>250+</b> Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately <b>7 million animals</b> through in-store adoption events.
</div><div>As a <b>Companion Animal Specialist</b>, you are the primary expert and advocate for the health, welfare, and proper care of companion animals and aquatic life within the Pet Care Center (PCC).</div><div>
You ensure exceptional animal care and habitat maintenance while supporting sales, merchandising, and inventory execution. In close partnership with the sales team, you help deliver outstanding customer experience by combining deep animal-care knowledge with strong operational discipline. This role is ideal for someone passionate about animal welfare who enjoys teaching others and contributing to a collaborative team environment.</div><div><b>
What You&rsquo;ll Do</b></div><div><b>
Pet First</b></div><ul><li>
Ensure the health, safety, and proper care of all companion animals and aquatic life in accordance with Petco standards, policies, and procedures.</li><li>
Complete and verify required animal care tasks, including hourly animal health checks, wellness documentation, maintenance logs, and incident reports.</li><li>
Ensure proper handling, documentation, and care of relinquished and adoption animals.</li><li>
Serve as the primary resource for animal care education for customers and PCC partners.</li><li>
Adhere to and promote all safety, animal welfare, and loss prevention procedures.</li></ul><div><b>
Foster the Fun</b></div><ul><li>
Deliver knowledgeable, compassionate, and solution-focused service to customers.</li><li>
Actively support customer interactions using Petco&rsquo;s selling model.</li><li>
Promote a culture of teamwork, inclusion, and collaboration across the PCC.</li><li>
Mentor and educate partners on animal care standards, maintenance routines, and best practices.</li><li>
Maintain professional, clean, and well-presented animal habitats and aquatic areas.</li></ul><div><b>
Let&rsquo;s Go!</b></div><ul><li>
Support the achievement of department sales, margin, and shrink goals.</li><li>
Ensure merchandise is stocked, priced, and displayed to Petco standards, with a primary focus on companion animals and aquatics.</li><li>
Efficiently order live animals, supplies, and related merchandise in partnership with the sales team to support inventory integrity and business goals.</li><li>
Analyze inventory data and identify opportunities to improve in-stock levels, shrink, and operational efficiency.</li><li>
Participate in animal and aquatic-related physical inventory counts.</li><li>
Assist with opening and closing procedures as assigned.</li><li>
Perform additional duties and special projects as needed to support Pet Care Center operations.</li></ul><div><b>
Key Responsibilities</b></div><div><b>
Animal Care &amp; Maintenance</b></div><ul><li>
Verify all animal care and maintenance tasks are completed according to established schedules.</li><li>
Perform routine housekeeping duties, including cleaning habitats and tanks, sweeping and mopping floors, dusting, and facing merchandise.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with all regulatory, operational, and safety standards.</li></ul><div><b>
Customer Experience &amp; Sales Support</b></div><ul><li>
Process register transactions accurately and efficiently.</li><li>
Evaluate customer needs and escalate concerns to the Leader on Duty when appropriate.</li><li>
Support Omni-channel and in-store initiatives through consistent execution and customer engagement.</li></ul><div><b>
What Success Looks Like</b></div><ul><li>
Animals are healthy, safe, and cared for to Petco&rsquo;s highest standards.</li><li>
Customers trust the team&rsquo;s expertise and return for guidance and solutions.</li><li>
Animal habitats and aquatic areas are clean, compliant, and visually appealing.</li><li>
Inventory and merchandising support sales while minimizing shrink.</li><li>
Partners feel supported and informed through shared animal-care knowledge.</li></ul><div><b>
What You Bring</b></div><div><b>
Experience &amp; Skills</b></div><ul><li>
Minimum of 1 year of experience working with or caring for companion animals and aquatic life.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of animal care, husbandry, and maintenance practices.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to educate others and communicate effectively.</li><li>
Strong customer service mindset with an aptitude for selling behaviors.</li><li>
Basic business, math, and inventory management skills.</li><li>
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.</li></ul><ul><li>
High school diploma or GED preferred.</li><li>
Completion and ongoing maintenance of the Petco Animal Care Certification Program required.</li></ul><div><b>
Essential Functions &amp; Work Environment</b></div><div>
This role is performed in a <b>Pet Care Center retail environment</b> and requires active engagement on the sales floor.</div><ul><li>
The role requires frequent standing and walking, as well as bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting.</li><li>
Ability to safely lift and move merchandise, supplies, or animals weighing up to 50 pounds.</li><li>
Regular engagement with customers on the sales floor, including providing customer assistance and performing cashiering and point-of-sale transactions.</li><li>
Must be able to work in proximity to animals, including exposure to animal dander, odors, noises, and cleaning chemicals.</li><li>
Flexible availability to support Pet Care Center operating hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.</li></ul><div>
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.</div><div><b>
Why You&rsquo;ll Love It Here</b></div><ul><li>
Purpose-driven work that makes a difference for pets and people.</li><li>
A welcoming, inclusive team environment.</li><li>
Opportunities to learn, grow, and explore career paths.</li><li>
A fun, fast-paced role where no two days are the same.</li></ul><div><b>
Start Rate: </b>$17.94</div><div>
For a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO - see https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits<div>
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Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.</div><div><br>
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Animal Care Specialist

<ul><div>Retail (Stores)
</div><div>R352791
</div><div>Part time
</div><div>Not Remote
</div><div>22966 Sussex Hwy, Seaford, DE 19973 United States</div></ul>
<br><div><div><div>Want to help pets live their best lives?</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be where the pets go and where the <i>pet people</i> go. If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, <b>Petco is the place for you</b>.
</div><div>Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what&rsquo;s right for pets and people.
</div><ul><li><b>Pet First &ndash; Protect &amp; Empower.</b> All pets should <b>Live their Best Life.</b> We put the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do.
</li><li><b>Foster the Fun &ndash; Connect &amp; Bond.</b> Our <b>Passion</b> for pets brings us together! We celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through district experiences, products, and services.
</li><li><b>Let&rsquo;s Go! Own &amp; Commit.</b> We are stronger as <b>One Petco team.</b> We bring our unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success.
</li></ul><div>About Petco:</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be <b>&quot;where the pets go&quot;</b> to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years &mdash; from their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood &mdash; the boundless boops, missing slippers, late night zoomies and everything in between. And we&rsquo;re here for it. Every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We are <b>29,000+</b> strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than <b>1,500</b> Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, <b>250+</b> Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately <b>7 million animals</b> through in-store adoption events.
</div><div>As a <b>Companion Animal Specialist</b>, you are the primary expert and advocate for the health, welfare, and proper care of companion animals and aquatic life within the Pet Care Center (PCC).</div><div>
You ensure exceptional animal care and habitat maintenance while supporting sales, merchandising, and inventory execution. In close partnership with the sales team, you help deliver outstanding customer experience by combining deep animal-care knowledge with strong operational discipline. This role is ideal for someone passionate about animal welfare who enjoys teaching others and contributing to a collaborative team environment.</div><div><b>
What You&rsquo;ll Do</b></div><div><b>
Pet First</b></div><ul><li>
Ensure the health, safety, and proper care of all companion animals and aquatic life in accordance with Petco standards, policies, and procedures.</li><li>
Complete and verify required animal care tasks, including hourly animal health checks, wellness documentation, maintenance logs, and incident reports.</li><li>
Ensure proper handling, documentation, and care of relinquished and adoption animals.</li><li>
Serve as the primary resource for animal care education for customers and PCC partners.</li><li>
Adhere to and promote all safety, animal welfare, and loss prevention procedures.</li></ul><div><b>
Foster the Fun</b></div><ul><li>
Deliver knowledgeable, compassionate, and solution-focused service to customers.</li><li>
Actively support customer interactions using Petco&rsquo;s selling model.</li><li>
Promote a culture of teamwork, inclusion, and collaboration across the PCC.</li><li>
Mentor and educate partners on animal care standards, maintenance routines, and best practices.</li><li>
Maintain professional, clean, and well-presented animal habitats and aquatic areas.</li></ul><div><b>
Let&rsquo;s Go!</b></div><ul><li>
Support the achievement of department sales, margin, and shrink goals.</li><li>
Ensure merchandise is stocked, priced, and displayed to Petco standards, with a primary focus on companion animals and aquatics.</li><li>
Efficiently order live animals, supplies, and related merchandise in partnership with the sales team to support inventory integrity and business goals.</li><li>
Analyze inventory data and identify opportunities to improve in-stock levels, shrink, and operational efficiency.</li><li>
Participate in animal and aquatic-related physical inventory counts.</li><li>
Assist with opening and closing procedures as assigned.</li><li>
Perform additional duties and special projects as needed to support Pet Care Center operations.</li></ul><div><b>
Key Responsibilities</b></div><div><b>
Animal Care &amp; Maintenance</b></div><ul><li>
Verify all animal care and maintenance tasks are completed according to established schedules.</li><li>
Perform routine housekeeping duties, including cleaning habitats and tanks, sweeping and mopping floors, dusting, and facing merchandise.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with all regulatory, operational, and safety standards.</li></ul><div><b>
Customer Experience &amp; Sales Support</b></div><ul><li>
Process register transactions accurately and efficiently.</li><li>
Evaluate customer needs and escalate concerns to the Leader on Duty when appropriate.</li><li>
Support Omni-channel and in-store initiatives through consistent execution and customer engagement.</li></ul><div><b>
What Success Looks Like</b></div><ul><li>
Animals are healthy, safe, and cared for to Petco&rsquo;s highest standards.</li><li>
Customers trust the team&rsquo;s expertise and return for guidance and solutions.</li><li>
Animal habitats and aquatic areas are clean, compliant, and visually appealing.</li><li>
Inventory and merchandising support sales while minimizing shrink.</li><li>
Partners feel supported and informed through shared animal-care knowledge.</li></ul><div><b>
What You Bring</b></div><div><b>
Experience &amp; Skills</b></div><ul><li>
Minimum of 1 year of experience working with or caring for companion animals and aquatic life.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of animal care, husbandry, and maintenance practices.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to educate others and communicate effectively.</li><li>
Strong customer service mindset with an aptitude for selling behaviors.</li><li>
Basic business, math, and inventory management skills.</li><li>
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.</li></ul><ul><li>
High school diploma or GED preferred.</li><li>
Completion and ongoing maintenance of the Petco Animal Care Certification Program required.</li></ul><div><b>
Essential Functions &amp; Work Environment</b></div><div>
This role is performed in a <b>Pet Care Center retail environment</b> and requires active engagement on the sales floor.</div><ul><li>
The role requires frequent standing and walking, as well as bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting.</li><li>
Ability to safely lift and move merchandise, supplies, or animals weighing up to 50 pounds.</li><li>
Regular engagement with customers on the sales floor, including providing customer assistance and performing cashiering and point-of-sale transactions.</li><li>
Must be able to work in proximity to animals, including exposure to animal dander, odors, noises, and cleaning chemicals.</li><li>
Flexible availability to support Pet Care Center operating hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.</li></ul><div>
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.</div><div><b>
Why You&rsquo;ll Love It Here</b></div><ul><li>
Purpose-driven work that makes a difference for pets and people.</li><li>
A welcoming, inclusive team environment.</li><li>
Opportunities to learn, grow, and explore career paths.</li><li>
A fun, fast-paced role where no two days are the same.</li></ul><div><b>
Start Rate: </b>$16.00</div><div>
For a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO - see https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits<div>
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Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.</div><div><br>
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<ul><div>Retail (Stores)
</div><div>R352767
</div><div>Part time
</div><div>Not Remote
</div><div>30697 US Hwy 19 North, Palm Harbor, FL 34684 United States</div></ul>
<br><div><div><div>Want to help pets live their best lives?</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be where the pets go and where the <i>pet people</i> go. If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, <b>Petco is the place for you</b>.
</div><div>Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what&rsquo;s right for pets and people.
</div><ul><li><b>Pet First &ndash; Protect &amp; Empower.</b> All pets should <b>Live their Best Life.</b> We put the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do.
</li><li><b>Foster the Fun &ndash; Connect &amp; Bond.</b> Our <b>Passion</b> for pets brings us together! We celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through district experiences, products, and services.
</li><li><b>Let&rsquo;s Go! Own &amp; Commit.</b> We are stronger as <b>One Petco team.</b> We bring our unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success.
</li></ul><div>About Petco:</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be <b>&quot;where the pets go&quot;</b> to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years &mdash; from their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood &mdash; the boundless boops, missing slippers, late night zoomies and everything in between. And we&rsquo;re here for it. Every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We are <b>29,000+</b> strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than <b>1,500</b> Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, <b>250+</b> Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately <b>7 million animals</b> through in-store adoption events.
</div><div>As a <b>Companion Animal Specialist</b>, you are the primary expert and advocate for the health, welfare, and proper care of companion animals and aquatic life within the Pet Care Center (PCC).</div><div>
You ensure exceptional animal care and habitat maintenance while supporting sales, merchandising, and inventory execution. In close partnership with the sales team, you help deliver outstanding customer experience by combining deep animal-care knowledge with strong operational discipline. This role is ideal for someone passionate about animal welfare who enjoys teaching others and contributing to a collaborative team environment.</div><div><b>
What You&rsquo;ll Do</b></div><div><b>
Pet First</b></div><ul><li>
Ensure the health, safety, and proper care of all companion animals and aquatic life in accordance with Petco standards, policies, and procedures.</li><li>
Complete and verify required animal care tasks, including hourly animal health checks, wellness documentation, maintenance logs, and incident reports.</li><li>
Ensure proper handling, documentation, and care of relinquished and adoption animals.</li><li>
Serve as the primary resource for animal care education for customers and PCC partners.</li><li>
Adhere to and promote all safety, animal welfare, and loss prevention procedures.</li></ul><div><b>
Foster the Fun</b></div><ul><li>
Deliver knowledgeable, compassionate, and solution-focused service to customers.</li><li>
Actively support customer interactions using Petco&rsquo;s selling model.</li><li>
Promote a culture of teamwork, inclusion, and collaboration across the PCC.</li><li>
Mentor and educate partners on animal care standards, maintenance routines, and best practices.</li><li>
Maintain professional, clean, and well-presented animal habitats and aquatic areas.</li></ul><div><b>
Let&rsquo;s Go!</b></div><ul><li>
Support the achievement of department sales, margin, and shrink goals.</li><li>
Ensure merchandise is stocked, priced, and displayed to Petco standards, with a primary focus on companion animals and aquatics.</li><li>
Efficiently order live animals, supplies, and related merchandise in partnership with the sales team to support inventory integrity and business goals.</li><li>
Analyze inventory data and identify opportunities to improve in-stock levels, shrink, and operational efficiency.</li><li>
Participate in animal and aquatic-related physical inventory counts.</li><li>
Assist with opening and closing procedures as assigned.</li><li>
Perform additional duties and special projects as needed to support Pet Care Center operations.</li></ul><div><b>
Key Responsibilities</b></div><div><b>
Animal Care &amp; Maintenance</b></div><ul><li>
Verify all animal care and maintenance tasks are completed according to established schedules.</li><li>
Perform routine housekeeping duties, including cleaning habitats and tanks, sweeping and mopping floors, dusting, and facing merchandise.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with all regulatory, operational, and safety standards.</li></ul><div><b>
Customer Experience &amp; Sales Support</b></div><ul><li>
Process register transactions accurately and efficiently.</li><li>
Evaluate customer needs and escalate concerns to the Leader on Duty when appropriate.</li><li>
Support Omni-channel and in-store initiatives through consistent execution and customer engagement.</li></ul><div><b>
What Success Looks Like</b></div><ul><li>
Animals are healthy, safe, and cared for to Petco&rsquo;s highest standards.</li><li>
Customers trust the team&rsquo;s expertise and return for guidance and solutions.</li><li>
Animal habitats and aquatic areas are clean, compliant, and visually appealing.</li><li>
Inventory and merchandising support sales while minimizing shrink.</li><li>
Partners feel supported and informed through shared animal-care knowledge.</li></ul><div><b>
What You Bring</b></div><div><b>
Experience &amp; Skills</b></div><ul><li>
Minimum of 1 year of experience working with or caring for companion animals and aquatic life.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of animal care, husbandry, and maintenance practices.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to educate others and communicate effectively.</li><li>
Strong customer service mindset with an aptitude for selling behaviors.</li><li>
Basic business, math, and inventory management skills.</li><li>
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.</li></ul><ul><li>
High school diploma or GED preferred.</li><li>
Completion and ongoing maintenance of the Petco Animal Care Certification Program required.</li></ul><div><b>
Essential Functions &amp; Work Environment</b></div><div>
This role is performed in a <b>Pet Care Center retail environment</b> and requires active engagement on the sales floor.</div><ul><li>
The role requires frequent standing and walking, as well as bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting.</li><li>
Ability to safely lift and move merchandise, supplies, or animals weighing up to 50 pounds.</li><li>
Regular engagement with customers on the sales floor, including providing customer assistance and performing cashiering and point-of-sale transactions.</li><li>
Must be able to work in proximity to animals, including exposure to animal dander, odors, noises, and cleaning chemicals.</li><li>
Flexible availability to support Pet Care Center operating hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.</li></ul><div>
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.</div><div><b>
Why You&rsquo;ll Love It Here</b></div><ul><li>
Purpose-driven work that makes a difference for pets and people.</li><li>
A welcoming, inclusive team environment.</li><li>
Opportunities to learn, grow, and explore career paths.</li><li>
A fun, fast-paced role where no two days are the same.</li></ul><div><b>
Start Rate: </b>$15.00</div><div>
For a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO - see https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits<div>
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Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.</div><div><br>
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San Francisco SPCA

<div>Description:
<p><b>
Summary:</b><br>
We are seeking a qualified veterinarian to fill open shifts at the Cornerstone Animal Center Animal Center in Visalia, CA. Interested professionals with proven surgical skills, a commitment to teamwork, a positive attitude for problem solving and communication, and the desire to learn and grow should apply. We are open to providing training to DVMs who are interested in improving their high quality, high volume spay/neuter (HQHVSN) skills. Shifts are scheduled based on your availability.<br>
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<b>Essential Duties and Functions:</b><br>
<i>Veterinary Medical Care</i></p><ul><li>
Assess animals pre- and post-operatively to ensure appropriate candidacy for surgery and healing</li><li>
Perform 25-30+ high quality spay/neuter surgical procedures per day for client-owned and shelter animals, as well as community cats.</li><li>
Diagnose and treat post-surgical medical complications of outpatient animals[CH1] as well as oversee vaccination clinic.</li><li>
Follow and support all organizational and medical protocols</li><li>
Adhere to aseptic/sterile techniques throughout surgical process</li><li>
Must be able to work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced environment</li><li>
Collaborate with staff to ensure proper collection of data to maintain comprehensive and detailed medical records in compliance with all laws/regulations.</li><li>
Provide select veterinary services including mass removals, wound management and other minor procedures in accordance with Cornerstone Animal Center guidelines.</li><li>
Comply with all laws pertaining to controlled drugs and work with our pharmacy staff as needed to follow prescription protocols.</li><li>
Triage and refer cases that do not fall within the clinic&rsquo;s parameters of care as appropriate.</li></ul><p><i>
Administrative Duties</i></p><ul><li>
Keep thorough and accurate medical records in compliance with all laws/regulations and collaborate with partner shelter administrative staff to ensure proper collection of data</li></ul><p><i>
Open Communication</i></p><ul><li>
Facilitate good working relationships through professional demeanor, teamwork and collaboration</li><li>
Facilitate and participate in open communication throughout the Cornerstone Animal Center.</li><li>
Embrace and promote Cornerstone Animal Center&rsquo;s direct communication program.</li></ul><p><i>
Safety</i></p><ul><li>
Ensure a safe work environment, following all safety guidelines and modeling safe work practices</li><li>
Take immediate action to address any safety concerns that could put a staff member, volunteer, client, animal, or the organization at risk</li><li>
Maintain a clean, healthy, and sanitary work area; follow all pest and rodent control protocols</li><li>
Participate in keeping the work environment clean and well-maintained</li></ul><p><b>
Reporting Relationships and Contacts: </b>Reports to the Executive Director, Cornerstone Animal Center</p>
Requirements:
<ul><li>Graduated from an accredited veterinary medical college &ndash; DVM or equivalent</li><li>
Licensed to practice in the State of California</li><li>
Experience in HQHVSN or shelter medicine is a plus, but not required</li><li>
Commitment to the mission, values, goals, and success of the Cornerstone Animal Center</li><li>
Demonstrated aptitude in clinical medicine and surgery</li><li>
Demonstrated success in working with a diverse team of professionals, skilled in managing varied relationships and successful at facilitating collaboration and cooperation</li><li>
Knowledge of methods and means of dealing with human behavior situations in a variety of business circumstances</li><li>
Proficient in effective written and oral communication within a varied range of audiences and settings</li><li>
Ability to mediate conflicts and give and receive feedback</li><li>
Willingness to work the hours necessary to accomplish targeted responsibilities</li><li>
Ability to delegate responsibility, achieve and measure results with team members</li><li>
Commitment to practice excellent quality medicine and uphold the veterinary code of ethics</li></ul><p><b>
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:</b><br>
The physical requirements described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the job's essential functions.</p><ul><li>
Regular standing, bending, stooping and crouching while seeing patients and performing surgery</li><li>
Intermittent sitting at computer stations and operation of electronic equipment</li><li>
Regularly moves about the campus to coordinate work</li><li>
Frequent lifting, carrying animals weighing up to 50 pounds</li><li>
Exposure to disinfectant solutions when in kennel area</li><li>
Subject to animal bites and scratches while handling animals</li><li>
Consistent exposure to animals in the workplace and animal allergens under conditions with limited alternatives available</li></ul><p><b>
Salary and Benefits: </b>Compensation is $1,300 per shift worked. (Clinic days can vary, 6-10 hours)</p><p><br>
Eligible for the following benefits: You will be covered by the Cornerstone Animal Center&rsquo;s Worker&rsquo;s Compensation and Professional Liability insurance;, sick time accrual that meets California state law, inclusion in all Cornerstone Animal Center hospital meetings and continuing education events. In addition, the Cornerstone Animal Center will contribute payroll taxes and withhold appropriate local, state, federal and social security taxes on your behalf and issue a W-2 at the end of the year (rather than a 1099).</p><p><i><br>
The Cornerstone Animal Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This job description reflects the assignment of essential functions, and does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The Cornerstone Animal Center is an at-will employer and may conduct pre-employment background checks and drug screening depending on the role.</i></p></div>

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