Traineeship in Animal Care - Pet Boarding, Dog Walking
Preston, East Midlands
Temporary Position
Positions Available;
- Pet Boarding, Dog walking
Species on-site or available to work with:
- Dogs
Pet Boarding, Dog walking
With over 20 years of experience, we offer the best quality dog walking and animal services second to no other dog walking company in Preston, Lancashire. We offer a great alternative to kennels and are fully licensed and insured. With access to many scenic locations such as woodlands, parks, beautiful countryside, and walks in our own private woodland – your dog is sure to have lots of fun!
How to get to placement (The logistics!);
- Driver (Must have own Transport)
What you will learn / The main duties (shadowing opportunities whilst on traineeship);
- Understand special requests and specific conditions for each dog
- Walk dogs outdoors in all weather conditions (anywhere from 20 to 60 minutes at a time)
- Give each dog love and attention and treat the customer’s dogs as if they were their own
- Ensure each dog is getting plenty of exercise
- Ensure the safety of the dogs
- Provide enrichment for the dogs
- Remove waste and ensure the kennels are clean
- Take photos of the dogs for their owners and update them regularly
- Provide food and water
Requirements
Candidates must be able to:
- Stand and bend for a few hours a day to ensure the kennels are clean
- Lift, exercise, handle and restrain dogs
- Look after dogs as if they are a member of the family
- Undergo training as required
Criteria
- Are you unqualified or qualified up to a Level 3? (if in animal care related it must be a level 1)
- Currently unemployed
- Aged between 19-24
- Own Transport
So what have you got to lose? Take a leap… Talk to us today to find you future career
Salary: Work Experience
Date Posted: 01/10/2021
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