Private Client in SoHo Seeking Experienced Puppy Trainer / Dog Nanny (Immediate Start)
Position: Full-Time Dog Trainer / Dog Nanny (Live-Out or Flexible Coverage)
Schedule: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM, 7 days/week (two caregivers working in shifts)
Salary: $150,000+ (DOE)
Start Date: ASAP (Friday afternoon)
Location: SoHo, NYC + client’s office
Travel: Required
Overview
A private client based in SoHo is seeking a highly experienced Dog Trainer / Dog Nanny to provide hands-on, attentive care for a brand-new Cavapoo puppy (approximately 12 weeks old) starting on Friday April 17th. This is a unique opportunity for a dedicated professional who specializes in early-stage puppy training and thrives in a dynamic, on-the-go environment.
The ideal candidate will take the lead on establishing structure, training, and routines from the very beginning. As the puppy’s temperament is still developing, this role requires a thoughtful, intuitive, and highly proactive approach.
Responsibilities
- Provide constant supervision and attentive care for the puppy throughout the day
- Implement foundational training, including housebreaking, leash training, crate training, and basic commands
- Assess and adapt to the puppy’s developing temperament and needs
- Establish consistent routines to support healthy development and behavior
- Accompany the client to their office and remain present with the puppy at all times
- Travel with the client as needed, maintaining consistency in care and training
- Ensure the puppy’s safety, well-being, and overall happiness
Qualifications
- Extensive experience training puppies from a young age (required)
- Strong understanding of canine behavior and positive reinforcement techniques
- Highly flexible and adaptable to a demanding, ever-changing schedule
- Positive, friendly, and patient disposition
- Comfortable working long hours and/or collaborating with a second caregiver in a rotational schedule
- Willingness to travel frequently
- Professional, reliable, and discreet
Additional Notes
- Open to one full-time candidate or two candidates to rotate shifts for coverage
- This role requires a high level of commitment, consistency, and energy to properly train and support a young puppy from the start.