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Bather

3/5/2026

The primary duties involve safely bathing dogs of all sizes and temperaments, performing preparatory grooming tasks like brushing, nail trimming, and drying according to standards or client instructions. Responsibilities also include maintaining the cleanliness of the grooming area and assisting with basic pet care and support tasks for other departments.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

51-200 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

It all comes down to this—we love pets. We’re here to help—because you love your pet and that matters to us. Need to find just the right food for your pet? We can help with that. Looking for that special toy, right supplement, or the most effective kitty litter? Come see us! Want your bag of food carried to your car? You don’t even have to ask. That’s why we’re here. How We Started, Where We’re Going Pet Pros was founded in 1986 in Seattle, Washington. Since then, we’ve grown from one store in North Seattle to 24 stores in Washington and Oregon—one of the largest independent pet supply retailers in the Pacific Northwest. We’re still growing, and we plan to keep growing, because building relationships in local neighborhoods is important to us. We’ll also keep opening new stores in the Northwest, simply because we love it here. Our Commitment From day one, we’ve made it our mission to deliver old-fashioned customer service. We’ve dedicated ourselves to empowering pet owners, providing them with knowledge to keep their pets happy, healthy, and safe. We’re not out to serve the masses. That’s not who we are. Our strength lies in building relationships with people in their neighborhood, making a difference in their (and our) community, and in treating our neighbors and their pets like family. Because they are. Our Team Our team reflects our company values—respect, fairness, and honesty. Our team knows a lot, and they love learning more—from our customers, our customers’ pets, their own pets (they all have pets), and from each other. We offer continuing education and training to our team. Our team loves these trainings. We’re not kidding. They love their job, and they’re committed to our customers, their pets, and providing the excellent service that keeps our customers returning year after year.

About the Role

Description

We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Dog Bather to join our professional pet care team in the Milwaukee/Shorewood area. In this role, you will provide high-quality bathing services for dogs of all breeds and sizes. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in dog bathing or grooming, strong animal handling skills, and a genuine love for pets. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, supportive environment where animal care and customer satisfaction are top priorities.

Key Responsibilities

Safely handle and bathe dogs of various sizes and temperaments
Perform brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and drying
Follow breed standards or client instructions for grooming prep
Maintain the cleanliness and sanitation of the grooming area and tools
Identify and report signs of illness, stress, or injury to leadership or the veterinary team
Assist with basic pet care tasks as needed (feeding, comfort care, etc.)
Support other departments as needed (kennel, retail, vet handling, etc.)
Practice safe lifting techniques when handling pets or equipment

Qualifications

Minimum 1 year of professional dog bathing or grooming experience required
Comfortable handling dogs of all breeds, sizes, and behavior types
Familiarity with grooming tools, shampoos, and breed-specific needs
Ability to lift 45+ lbs and stand for extended periods
Excellent customer service and communication skills
Veterinary assistant or kennel experience is a plus
Dependable, proactive, and team-oriented

Why Join Us

Multiple locations available across the Milwaukee/Shorewood area
Collaborative team that values professionalism and compassion
Opportunities to grow into grooming or veterinary roles

Apply today if you're an experienced dog bather ready to make a difference in the lives of pets and their people.

Requirements

General: Customer/Guest service and retail experience, preferably in the pet industry. Knowledge of pet related products. Willingness to learn all aspects of pet grooming.

Working Environment: This job operates in a retail environment with merchandise displays and inventory items available for purchase.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a variable hour position, days and hours of work will vary. This position requires the flexibility to work within our normal store operating hours, including before and/or after hours and weekends. Overtime may be required at times.

Travel: Occasional travel to other stores, meetings and events, at times before or after hours, is expected with this position.

Required Education/Experience: High school diploma or GED

Other Duties

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Key Skills

Dog BathingAnimal HandlingBrushingNail TrimmingEar CleaningDryingGrooming PreparationSanitationLiftingCustomer ServiceCommunicationPet CareTeamwork