Professional Dog Trainer - Seattle
The Pet Care Club of Seattle, Seattle, WA, United States
About Us
The Pet Care Club of Seattle is redefining pet care by integrating behavior, enrichment, and training into everyday life .
We are not a traditional dog walking company—and we are not a traditional training company.
Our model is built on the belief that real behavior change happens in real environments, through consistent, thoughtful interactions , not isolated training sessions.
We are building a team of professionals who see dogs through a behavioral, emotional, and welfare-based lens —not just compliance.
The Role We are hiring 2 professional dog trainers
to help lead and expand our training and enrichment programs.
This role is focused on:
Private training sessions
Behavior support and modification
Integrating training into real-life care environments
Supporting and guiding our internal team to maintain consistency
You will play a key role in shaping how training is delivered across the entire company.
Our Training Philosophy We are a force-free, fear-free, science-based training company .
That means:
We use positive reinforcement
as our primary teaching method
We prioritize emotional safety, agency, and trust
We utilize desensitization and counterconditioning
for behavior change
We focus on reducing stress, not suppressing behavior
We do not allow:
Prong, choke, or shock collars
Startle, intimidation, or correction-based methods
Dominance theory or “alpha” frameworks
This aligns with modern behavioral science and humane training standards, which emphasize reinforcing desired behaviors and avoiding fear or pain-based techniques.
If you consider yourself a “balanced trainer,” this will not be the right fit.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
Conducting private, in‑home and real‑world training sessions
Addressing behavior challenges such as:
Reactivity
Fear and anxiety
Overstimulation
Leash skills and engagement
Creating customized, humane behavior modification plans
Coaching clients with clarity and empathy
Supporting internal staff with training guidance and consistency
Helping develop and refine training programs within the company
Who We’re Looking For This role is for someone who:
Has a strong foundation in learning theory and behavior science
Understands canine body language at a deep level
Naturally thinks in terms of:
Thresholds
Triggers
Nervous system regulation
Believes training should improve a dog’s emotional state , not just behavior
Can communicate in a way that builds trust with both dogs and humans
Wants to be part of a company that is raising the standard of care
Preferred Qualifications
CPDT-KA, KPA-CTP, IAABC, or Fear Free Certification (strongly preferred)
Hands‑on experience with behavior cases (not just basic obedience)
Experience working directly with clients in private training settings
Employment Details
W-2 employee (not contractor)
Competitive hourly pay (aligned with Seattle living wage standards)
Paid training and continuing education opportunities
Opportunity for growth into senior trainer/program development roles
Why This Role Is Different Most trainers work in controlled environments.
Here, you’ll be working where behavior actually happens:
On walks
In homes
In real‑world environments
This allows for more meaningful, lasting behavior change —and a deeper level of impact.
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We are not a traditional dog walking company—and we are not a traditional training company.
Our model is built on the belief that real behavior change happens in real environments, through consistent, thoughtful interactions , not isolated training sessions.
We are building a team of professionals who see dogs through a behavioral, emotional, and welfare-based lens —not just compliance.
The Role We are hiring 2 professional dog trainers
to help lead and expand our training and enrichment programs.
This role is focused on:
Private training sessions
Behavior support and modification
Integrating training into real-life care environments
Supporting and guiding our internal team to maintain consistency
You will play a key role in shaping how training is delivered across the entire company.
Our Training Philosophy We are a force-free, fear-free, science-based training company .
That means:
We use positive reinforcement
as our primary teaching method
We prioritize emotional safety, agency, and trust
We utilize desensitization and counterconditioning
for behavior change
We focus on reducing stress, not suppressing behavior
We do not allow:
Prong, choke, or shock collars
Startle, intimidation, or correction-based methods
Dominance theory or “alpha” frameworks
This aligns with modern behavioral science and humane training standards, which emphasize reinforcing desired behaviors and avoiding fear or pain-based techniques.
If you consider yourself a “balanced trainer,” this will not be the right fit.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
Conducting private, in‑home and real‑world training sessions
Addressing behavior challenges such as:
Reactivity
Fear and anxiety
Overstimulation
Leash skills and engagement
Creating customized, humane behavior modification plans
Coaching clients with clarity and empathy
Supporting internal staff with training guidance and consistency
Helping develop and refine training programs within the company
Who We’re Looking For This role is for someone who:
Has a strong foundation in learning theory and behavior science
Understands canine body language at a deep level
Naturally thinks in terms of:
Thresholds
Triggers
Nervous system regulation
Believes training should improve a dog’s emotional state , not just behavior
Can communicate in a way that builds trust with both dogs and humans
Wants to be part of a company that is raising the standard of care
Preferred Qualifications
CPDT-KA, KPA-CTP, IAABC, or Fear Free Certification (strongly preferred)
Hands‑on experience with behavior cases (not just basic obedience)
Experience working directly with clients in private training settings
Employment Details
W-2 employee (not contractor)
Competitive hourly pay (aligned with Seattle living wage standards)
Paid training and continuing education opportunities
Opportunity for growth into senior trainer/program development roles
Why This Role Is Different Most trainers work in controlled environments.
Here, you’ll be working where behavior actually happens:
On walks
In homes
In real‑world environments
This allows for more meaningful, lasting behavior change —and a deeper level of impact.
#J-18808-Ljbffr