Join the Fastest Growing Dog Training and Pet Care Company!
Black Magic Dog Training is hiring passionate and skilled dog trainers and pet care professionals in the Seattle-Tacoma South Sound area.
Pet Care Specialist (Dog Walker & Pet Care Team Member)
Black Magic Dog Training is a growing behavior-focused dog training and pet care company serving the greater Seattle and South Sound area. We’re looking for reliable, compassionate, dog-savvy people to join our pet care team as Pet Care Specialists.
This role is ideal for someone who:
- Loves animals and wants hands-on experience
- Enjoys working independently
- Wants flexible, active work instead of sitting at a desk
- Values professionalism, communication, and attention to detail
- Is interested in dog behavior, training, enrichment, or the pet industry
Our team members provide dog walks, drop-in visits, enrichment care, feeding, medication administration, and occasional overnight or extended care for client pets.
This is more than “just walking dogs.” We aim to provide thoughtful, enrichment-focused care that builds trust with both dogs and their humans.
What You’ll Do
Daily Responsibilities
- Dog walking
- Drop-in visits for dogs, cats, and other household pets
- Feeding and refreshing water
- Administering medications (when needed)
- Cleaning up pet messes and maintaining tidy visit areas
- Providing enrichment, play, and companionship
- Sending visit updates and photos through our pet care software
- Communicating professionally with clients and management
Additional Opportunities
Depending on experience and availability, opportunities may include:
- Adventure walks
- Puppy visits
- Basic training reinforcement
- Pet sitting and overnight care
- Assisting with daycare or training programs
- Future leadership opportunities as the company grows
What We’re Looking For
Required Qualifications
- Reliable transportation
- Smartphone with internet access
- Ability to work independently and responsibly
- Strong communication skills
- Comfort handling dogs of various sizes and temperaments
- Ability to walk multiple miles daily in all weather conditions
- Clean, professional appearance and demeanor
- Punctuality and reliability are absolutely essential
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional pet care or kennel experience
- Dog training experience
- Veterinary or shelter experience
- Fear Free or enrichment-based handling knowledge
- Experience with reactive, fearful, or high-energy dogs
- Background in animal behavior or canine fitness
Not every applicant will have professional experience — and that’s okay. We value attitude, reliability, willingness to learn, and genuine care for animals.
About Our Company Culture
Black Magic Dog Training is behavior-focused, education-driven, and deeply committed to humane, thoughtful care. We work with real-life dogs and real-life owners — including difficult behavior cases, working breeds, sport dogs, and sensitive dogs who need patient handling.
We value:
- Integrity
- Clear communication
- Accountability
- Continuing education
- Respect for both animals and clients
- Calm, professional problem-solving
We’re building a team of people who genuinely care about animals and want to grow within the pet industry.
Position Details
- Part-time to start
- Flexible scheduling
- Weekend and holiday availability preferred
- Pay based on experience and responsibilities
- Employee position
- Mileage reimbursement may apply depending on assignment structure
- Opportunities for advancement as the company expands
Before You Apply
This role involves:
- Working outdoors year-round in the Pacific Northwest
- Handling dogs that may pull, jump, bark, or be reactive
- Entering client homes responsibly and respectfully
- Being punctual even in traffic or bad weather
- Emotional maturity and strong time management
If you are dependable, compassionate, adaptable, and genuinely passionate about animals, we would love to hear from you.
Apply Now
Complete the application below to be considered for a Pet Care Specialist position with Black Magic Dog Training.
We carefully review every application and will contact selected candidates for the next steps.
Professional Dog Trainer
Black Magic Dog Training is seeking experienced, motivated, and growth-minded dog trainers to join our growing team.
We are a behavior-focused training company serving the greater Seattle and South Sound area. Our work ranges from foundational obedience and puppy development to advanced behavior modification, working breeds, sport foundations, and real-world rehabilitation cases.
We are looking for trainers who are:
- Passionate about canine behavior and education
- Self-motivated and professional
- Interested in long-term growth within the pet industry
- Comfortable working with both dogs and people
- Open to continuing education and collaboration
This is an opportunity to operate with substantial independence while benefiting from an established brand, marketing presence, client pipeline, and professional support system.
About the Role
This position is structured as an Independent Contractor role.
Trainers operate independently while working under the Black Magic Dog Training umbrella for branding, referrals, and client acquisition support.
Depending on experience and availability, trainers may provide:
- Private in-home lessons
- Day training
- Behavior modification programs
- Puppy training
- Virtual coaching
- Sport foundations and enrichment
- Advanced obedience
- Working breed development
Trainers may work from:
- Client homes
- Their own homes
- Approved training locations
- Future BMDT facility spaces (when available)
Ideal Candidates
We are especially interested in trainers who:
- Have real-world handling experience
- Are confident working with challenging dogs
- Understand behavior, structure, and clear communication
- Can professionally guide owners through difficult situations
- Want to continue developing their skill set
We welcome applicants from a variety of training backgrounds, including:
- Balanced training
- Sport dog training
- Working dog handling
- Behavior modification
- Pet dog obedience
- Shelter/rescue work
- Veterinary behavior support roles
Qualifications
Required
- Professional dog training experience
- Reliable transportation
- Smartphone and computer literacy
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work independently
- Professionalism and reliability
- Ability to safely handle medium to large dogs
Preferred
- Experience with reactive or aggressive dogs
- Sport dog experience (IGP, PSA, obedience, etc.)
- Working breed experience
- Group class instruction experience
- Social media/content creation skills
- Certifications or continuing education history
Formal certifications are welcome but not required. Demonstrated skill, professionalism, and handling ability matter most.
What We Provide
Depending on fit and growth within the company, contractors may benefit from:
- Brand recognition and marketing support
- Client referrals
- Website lead generation
- Administrative systems and scheduling support
- Opportunities for collaborative training
- Access to future training spaces and kennel resources
- Social media exposure
- Opportunities for specialization within the company
Our goal is to build a strong network of skilled trainers who maintain their individuality while contributing to a cohesive professional standard.
Our Training Philosophy
Black Magic Dog Training focuses on practical, real-world communication between dogs and owners. We believe training should create clarity, structure, engagement, and long-term success.
We value trainers who:
- Prioritize safety and humane handling
- Understand behavior beyond obedience commands
- Adapt to the dog in front of them
- Continue learning and evolving
- Maintain professionalism with clients and the public
We are especially passionate about helping misunderstood dogs and supporting owners through realistic behavior challenges.
Company Culture
Our brand combines professionalism with authenticity. We are not interested in overly scripted “salesperson” trainers or one-size-fits-all approaches.
We value:
- Integrity
- Accountability
- Calm leadership
- Honest communication
- Continuing education
- Respect for dogs, clients, and fellow trainers
This is an excellent opportunity for trainers who want flexibility, independence, and room to grow within an expanding company.
Before You Apply
Please understand:
- This is an Independent Contractor position
- Trainers are expected to manage their schedules professionally
- Reliability and communication are essential
- Behavior cases can be physically and emotionally demanding
- We are seeking trainers interested in long-term professional growth
If you are passionate about dog behavior, committed to professional standards, and interested in growing alongside an expanding training company, we would love to hear from you.
Apply Now
Ready to accelerate your dog training journey? Complete the application below to be considered for a Professional Dog Trainer position with Black Magic Dog Training.
Selected applicants will be contacted for interviews and practical evaluations.
