KYON Dog Daycare is a boutique, family-owned dog daycare in Leaside, Toronto. We’re known for our bright, modern facility, luxury hotel suites, and exceptionally clean environment.
Our daycare is structured with supervised play, Pack Naps, walks, enrichment, and plenty of individual attention. We believe dogs thrive with routine, consistency, and compassionate care.
Our team treats every dog like family and every client with honesty and genuine kindness. Weâre looking for someone who shares those values and takes pride in providing outstanding care.
Learn more: www.kyondogdaycare.com
About the Role
This is a hands-on, active position best suited to someone who genuinely enjoys working with dogs and has previous professional experience in animal care.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supervising dogs in an energetic, crate-free play environment
- Walking dogs of all sizes and energy levels
- Correcting behaviour calmly and confidently
- Maintaining a clean and sanitary facility throughout the day
- Cleaning accidents immediately and following our high hygiene standards
- Welcoming clients and communicating clearly during drop-off and pick-up
- Feeding dogs and administering medication when required
- Working closely with teammates to ensure everything runs smoothly
This role involves being on your feet for most of the shift and requires confidence handling multiple dogs at once.
Position Details
- Approximately 25 hours per week
- Monday to Friday
- Shifts between 9:00 AM and 8:00 PM
- Part-Time
- Long-term opportunity
- Start date: As soon as possible
- Pay: $18+/hour, depending on experience and qualifications
Essential Qualifications
We are looking for someone who:
- Has at least one year of professional experience working with dogs (daycare, boarding kennel, veterinary clinic, grooming salon or similar)
- Is passionate about dog welfare
- Is punctual, reliable and responsible
- Is energetic and enjoys an active work environment
- Can confidently supervise groups of dogs with different personalities
- Understands dog body language and can safely redirect behaviour
- Communicates clearly and professionally with clients and coworkers
- Works well independently and as part of a team
- Can walk multiple dogs safely in all weather conditions
- Is physically able to stand, walk and move throughout an active shift
- Is fluent in English
Assets (Not Required)
- Flexible availability (early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, overnight or on-call)
- 3+ years of professional dog care experience
- Education related to animal care, behaviour or training
- Professional references
Training
Youâll receive hands-on training directly from a member of KYONâs ownership team. We believe in setting our staff up for success and creating a supportive, welcoming workplace.
If youâre looking for more than âjust another dog jobâ and want to be part of a team that genuinely cares about dogs, clients, and each other, weâd love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Volunteer
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Experience:
- professional dog care: 1 year (required)
- Work Location: In person, KYON Dog Daycare
