Professional dog groomer calmly trimming a dog in a modern grooming studio

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Hiring Dog Groomer in Rotterdam, NY

Barkingham Palace is looking for an experienced, dependable professional dog groomer who takes pride in safe handling, excellent work, and a positive experience for every dog and pet parent.

On-site in Rotterdam, NYFlexible arrangementExperienced applicants preferred

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Work Location

785 Burdeck St · Rotterdam, NY

Opportunity

Flexible compensation or studio arrangement

Specialty

Professional full-service dog grooming

Dog Groomer Jobs · Capital Region NY

Experienced Dog Groomer Job Opportunity in Rotterdam, NY

Join a growing, locally owned dog daycare and boarding business serving Rotterdam, Schenectady, and the Capital Region. We are looking for a pet groomer who loves working with dogs, communicates well with families, and wants to help build a trusted grooming program.

Schedule, compensation, and the final working arrangement will be discussed with qualified applicants based on experience and fit.

Dog Grooming Responsibilities

Provide full-service dog grooming, including bathing, brushing, haircuts, nail trims, ear cleaning, and de-shedding.
Communicate clearly with pet parents about grooming requests and recommendations.
Handle dogs safely, patiently, and comfortably throughout each appointment.
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary grooming studio.
Deliver excellent customer service and represent Barkingham Palace professionally.

What We’re Looking For in a Professional Pet Groomer

Previous professional dog grooming experience is preferred.
Comfortable grooming dogs of different breeds, sizes, and coat types.
Reliable, professional, and detail-oriented.
Patient and confident when handling dogs.
Able to work independently while contributing to the Barkingham Palace team.

A Flexible Opportunity

Dog Groomer Compensation and Studio Options

Compensation is flexible and can be discussed based on experience and situation. Barkingham Palace is open to different arrangements, including a commission-based structure or potentially renting our fully dedicated grooming studio for a one-year term to the right groomer.

Dedicated Grooming Space

An established groomer may be able to operate from a fully dedicated studio without the expense of opening an entire grooming facility.

Built-In Client Opportunity

Daycare and boarding clients already come through our doors, creating an opportunity to develop repeat grooming customers.

Room to Build

This role may fit an experienced groomer seeking a new home base or a professional ready to grow a strong local clientele.

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How to Apply for This Dog Groomer Position

Use our contact form and start your message with “Dog Groomer Application.” Tell us about your grooming experience, availability, and the compensation arrangement you would like to discuss. Be prepared with photos of your previous grooming work and professional or customer testimonials for our follow-up conversation.

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Questions before applying? Call (518) 280-4037 or email info@barkingham518.com.