Pet Stylist

Join Petco as a Junior Pet Stylist and embark on a rewarding career in pet grooming. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with a variety of animals, develop your skills, and provide exceptional customer service.

• Perform limited grooming services, including bathing, drying, nail trimming, brushing, ear cleaning, and gland cleaning
• Ensure the well-being and safety of every animal in the salon
• Interact professionally and effectively with pet parents, provide optimal customer service, and address grooming-related inquiries
• Maintain a clean and safe grooming area and salon, disinfect and sanitize grooming tools and equipment, and perform daily and weekly cleaning duties
• Schedule grooming appointments, manage paperwork, and maintain accurate grooming records

Our comprehensive training program will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed as a Junior Pet Stylist. You will learn dog behavior, pet and self-safety, proper check-in/out procedures, customer service, and grooming policies, and begin on-the-job training in bathing and drying techniques.

• 0-1 year of animal-related experience, including shelter volunteering or pet sitting, prior grooming salon assistance is preferred
• High-school diploma or GED is preferred, though not required
• Genuine passion for animals and a desire to pursue a career in pet grooming
• Basic understanding of dog breeds, behavior, and common grooming practices
• Capable of handling pets of all sizes and temperaments with care and empathy
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for interactions with pet parents and grooming team members