Camp Bow Wow - Dog Daycare & Boarding Attendant (Part-Time)

Dog Daycare & Boarding Attendant (Part-Time)

Camp Bow Wow – Tonawanda, NY

231 Grand Island Blvd, Tonawanda, NY 14150

Pay: $16.00 per hour (Part-Time, Non-Exempt)

Schedule: Weekdays, Weekends & Holidays Required | Shifts between 6:15 AM – 7:15 PM

About Us

Camp Bow Wow Tonawanda is a locally owned, family-operated franchise dedicated to providing a safe, fun, and structured environment for dogs. We pride ourselves on building a supportive, team-oriented workplace where employees can grow, develop skills, and build a long-term career working with animals.

Who This Job Is For

This role is best suited for individuals who:

• Are reliable, consistent, and looking for long-term employment
• Thrive in a fast-paced, physically active environment
• Are comfortable handling up to 25 large, high-energy dogs (up to 100 lbs or more)
• Can confidently enforce rules, manage behaviors, and maintain control in group settings
• Enjoy interacting with both dogs and their owners

Important: Physical & Job Demands

This is a hands-on, physically demanding position. To be successful, you must be able to:

• Stand, walk, bend, and move continuously throughout your shift
• Safely handle and control dogs of all sizes, including large (100+ lb), strong, or reactive dogs
• Prevent and break up dog altercations quickly and safely when necessary
• Lift, push, or pull up to 50+ lbs (food, equipment, cleaning supplies, and shoveling)
• Work in environments with noise, odors, and constant activity

This role is not a good fit for individuals unable to meet these physical requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and actively monitor up to 25 dogs in group play (indoor & outdoor yards)
• Maintain a safe, clean, and controlled environment at all times
• Recognize and respond to dog behavior, including preventing and intervening in conflicts
• Clean and sanitize play areas, cabins, lobby, and common spaces
• Accurately document and communicate any behavioral or health concerns
• Provide friendly, professional customer service to pet parents

Qualifications

• 18+ preferred (due to physical and safety demands)
• Previous experience with dogs (daycare, kennel, vet, grooming, or personal handling) strongly preferred
• Comfortable working with multiple dogs at once in group settings
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Dependable with consistent attendance (especially weekends & holidays)
• Authorized to work in the United States

Why Join Our Team?

• Stable, consistent part-time hours (not seasonal)
• Growth opportunities within a growing, family-owned business
• Supportive team environment with hands-on training
• Work with dogs every day in a structured, professional setting
• Employee discounts

Schedule Expectations

• Must be available for weekends and holidays
• Flexible scheduling within operating hours (6:15 AM – 7:15 PM)

Apply Today

If you're looking for a physically active role where you can build a future working with dogs, we want to hear from you.

Camp Bow Wow Tonawanda is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable New York State and federal employment laws.