Careers at Pets In The City
Join Auckland's most loved pet care team. We're always looking for passionate animal lovers, qualified groomers, and trained dog handlers to join our 5 Auckland centres.
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Why work with us
- Force-free, positive reinforcement workplace
- Full training in our handling and welfare standards
- Long-tenure, supportive team culture
- Career pathways across daycare, grooming, training, and management
Roles we hire for
- Daycare Handlers — supervise group play and rest
- Hotel Carers — overnight boarding teams
- Groomers — qualified pet stylists for every breed
- Trainers — force-free puppy and adult class coaches
- Centre Managers — full-time leadership roles
Frequently asked questions
What roles do you hire for?
Daycare handlers, hotel carers, groomers, force-free trainers and centre managers. Roles open up across all 5 Auckland centres.
Do I need experience?
Experience helps but it is not required for every role. We provide full training in our handling, welfare and force-free rules.
Are roles full-time?
Most of our roles are full-time, permanent positions. We also offer part-time roles in some centres.
Do you train your team?
Yes. Every new team member trains in our handling, body language and emergency steps before they care for a pet alone.
How do I apply?
Email your CV and cover letter to hello@petsinthecity.co.nz. Put the role and centre in the subject line.
Key terms
Daycare Handler is defined as a trained team member who supervises group play, rest and welfare during the daycare day.
Hotel Carer refers to a team member who looks after overnight boarding pets, including feeding, walks and welfare checks.
Centre Manager is defined as the full-time leader of a single PITC location. They run staff, bookings and welfare.
By the numbers
- Started in Auckland in 2006 — 19+ years of pet care
- 5 Auckland centres: Parnell Central Bark, Mt Wellington, Silverdale, Wairau Park and Westgate
- Open 7 days for daycare, hotel stays, grooming and tours
- Every staff member uses kind, force-free care, every day
Our Services
Our 5 Auckland Locations
About & Help
Pets In The City — Auckland's premier pet care since 2006, with 5 Auckland locations open 7 days. Email hello@petsinthecity.co.nz.