Professional Dog Groomer


Job Details

Welcome to Destination Pet. We are One Pack- a united team working together to elevate the love and lives of pet families. Our pet-obsessed professionals create a connected care network of trustworthy partners who bring creative innovation every day. We are revolutionizing the pet industry. Join us!

Destination Pet is looking for a Professional Dog Groomer to help with the influx of dogs at Gagnon's Pet Resort.

Pet care is a journey. Welcome to your destination!

We are Destination Pet, a nationwide company founded in 2017 by a team of professionals who have more than a century of combined experience and innovation in the pet services industry. These services include everything from day care to boarding, training to grooming, and home care to veterinary care. Be it through our top-of-the-line veterinary services, or by introducing our customers' pet to a new standard of training and day care, our mission is simple: Elevate the love and lives of pet families.

Why is working here different?

  • 20% off any veterinary care that is under Destination Pet
  • We utilized professional equipment to make your job easier
  • We care about quality over quantity.
  • Flexible scheduling available
  • Encourage building on your skill set such as Creative Grooming and Asian Fusion
  • We sharpen your equipment twice a year at our expense
  • Health care benefits are available, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Mental Health, Life, Disability, 401K Match, and Free Pet insurance on the first pet!
  • Paid time off for vacation and holidays
  • Avenues for growth at Destination Pet are available. All you must do is want it!
  • Continuing Education is available!

Need a new set of Grooming Clippers? No Problem! Here at Destination Pet, we want our groomers to have nothing but the best!

What is required of our employees?

  • 2 years of Professional Grooming experience (required).
  • A great attitude!
  • MUST LOVE DOGS - We have a lot of them!
  • Be able to lift 40 pounds.
  • Grooming requires some standing, walking and physical activity.
  • Be proficient at handling dogs.
  • Work in an environment with exposure to disinfectant/sanitation

*If you have no experience and are looking to start a career as a Professional Groomer, please apply on our website Destinationpet.com under support staff. After 6 months of full-time or part-time employment with Destination Pet, you can attend Paragon School of Pet Grooming free of charge. *

What about the pay?

You have the CHOICE to CHOOSE commission or an hourly rate for 60 days

  • 50% commission or 40% commission if you are working with a bather thus allowing you to do more dogs and make more money. 30% on basic bath (Usually the kennel staff does these, but sometimes they need help)
  • Or will receive an hourly wage for 60 days.

The choice is completely up to YOU!

Destination Pet LLC affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.
Destination Pet LLC endeavors to make our employment website and application process accessible to all users and applicants. In doing so, we provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation or assistance completing the application process, please contact a member of our recruitment team.

At Destination Pet, we're all about creating a workplace that's bursting with diversity and inclusivity. We don't play favorites or judge folks based on skin color, religion, gender, age, disability, or any other protected characteristics. Our hiring decisions are solely based on what you can bring to the team. So, we're throwing the door wide open for all like-minded candidates who believe in celebrating and honoring diversity and inclusion. Ready to join our pack?





 Destination Pet

 06/15/2024

 Colchester,CT