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Careers

We are always looking for highly driven, motivated people who want to be part of a team of people who love animals. If you have an insatiable thirst for knowledge and your idea of a hobby is learning more about animal behavior, if you have compassion and empathy for animals and their people, if you love educating yourself and others, we want to hear from you.

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We are a force-free, fear-free facility, and we encourage all our team members to pursue certifications in their areas of interest, whether that's dog walking, pet sitting, or dog training.

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We do not require experience for any of our roles, although you must pass an interview process and an assessment as well as a background check.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

  • Considers reliability, timeliness, flexibility, patience, compassion, and integrity to be core components of their personality.
  • Communicates effectively with team members and clients.
  • Understands that animals are sentient beings.​
  • Finds pet behavior fascinating and wants to learn more about it so they can be the best at their job.
  • Loves our clients' pets as much as they love their own.
  • Wants a long-term job where they can build a relationship with their team and their clients.
  • Doesn't mind looking ridiculous in public as long as the pet is having a good time.
  • Laughs when poop gets on their hand when the poop bag breaks.
  • Isn't scared of using technology.
  • Isn't intimidated by teeth, claws, barking, or large dogs.
  • Thinks cats, reptiles, guinea pigs, birds, and fish are the BOMB.
  • Doesn't mind driving wherever the job takes them.
  • Prioritizes the safety of the pets in their care as well as their own safety.
  • Is willing to learn how to handle pets of all temperaments.

QUALIFICATIONS

  •  Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must be able to work with all types and breeds of animals, including people.
  • Must have reliable transportation, valid driver's license, clean driving record, and auto insurance.
  • Must have a smart phone with internet access.
  • Must be able to accurately follow explicit written and verbal instructions.
  • Must be able to pass a background check.
  • Must be willing to travel to most areas of Middle Tennessee.
  • Absolutely no smoking, vaping, alcohol, or drug use inside or outside of a client's property.

OPEN POSITIONS

We currently do not have any openings. However if you still wish to apply to join our team when a position becomes available, you are welcome to submit an application at any time. We will keep it on file and reach out as soon as we have an opening.

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The Cooperative Canine

Nashville, TN | Portland, OR


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