Dog Handler

7 hours ago

Waitakere City, Auckland, New Zealand Woodlands Dog Retreat Full time

About the role - Part time Dog Handler for Fridays

We are seeking a passionate, confident, experienced and reliable Dog Handler to join our team at Woodlands Dog Retreat in Waitakere, Auckland. This is a part-time role, on Fridays, where you will be responsible for the daily care and supervision of our canine guests in an outdoor environment. It is a physical role and you must be confident working with a wide range of breeds, calmly & effectively.

ut above all else, you will be passionate about dogs, have a calm temperament, enjoy working as a team, be honest & trustworthy, love the outdoors, be physically fit and have great customer service skills.

The role involves handling dogs in a pack, using our agility course, confidence building & taking photographs and videos of all the dogs.

As we are situated out of the city, we pick up and drop off all our dogs so a big part of the role is driving to do pick ups & drop offs. You must have a full clean license and be confident driving a Hi-ace van.

The role is 1 day per week on Fridays only, starting 23 January 2026.

This would suit someone with at least 2 years professional dog day care experience and/or dog-walking experience.


What we offer

  • We offer a competitive hourly rate working in a supportive and collaborative team environment
  • A calm, peaceful outdoor area where dogs thrive in a safe and enriching environment

About us

Woodlands Dog Retreat is a unique off-lead, free-run environment for dogs, operating Monday to Friday on a secure, fenced private farm in Waitakere. We focus on maintaining calm self-control among our dog packs, avoiding high-intensity play to ensure respectful interactions between dogs and handlers. This approach enhances their confidence and social skills. Our facility includes a spacious indoor covered area for shelter during inclement weather, agility training, and specialized instruction. Mature fruit trees provide shade in warmer months, and two pools offer dogs a refreshing place to cool off and enjoy some splash time. Our mission is to ensure that every dog in our care receives the highest level of attention, care, and love.

If you are passionate about dog care and ready to join a dynamic team, apply now for this exciting opportunity

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