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Letter from the Owner of Happy Tails Dog Spa, LLC 

I would like to thank you for your interest in Happy Tails Dog Spa. We carefully screen potential employees to ensure the continuation of excellent service while providing a safe and fun environment. In the past we have found that many applicants do not have a realistic view of what is involved when working in a dog daycare. Please read this letter carefully before applying.

Dependability is a must. If an employee does not show up, there will not be enough staff to provide a safe environment for the dogs. Some flexibility is also required. Days and hours may change slightly due to changes in the volume of dogs on certain days. Weekend work is also a probability. If there are concerns about flexibility, please express them right away. You MUST be able to work some holidays and weekends in order to work here.

If you do not have a genuine love towards animals, this is not the place for you. It is physically demanding and mentally challenging. If you do not truly love dogs, it will quickly become evident. We are seeking people who are mature enough to understand and accept the responsibility of caring for other people's "children". This job can be a lot of fun and very rewarding but it is not sitting around playing with puppies all day. The dogs need to be cleaned up after which involves handling a lot of poop and pee. They have to be fed the right food and given the right medications. You will need to be organized and be able to remember who gets what and what dog belongs to which client. You will have to remember all of the dog's names and behavioral issues.

Behavior must be closely monitored at all times to ensure a safe environment for everyone. You cannot be afraid of bad dog behavior. While working here you may be exposed to: excrement, loud noises, chemicals, parasites, and the ever present risk of being bitten, scratched and bruised. These are the potential hazards you accept by working here. You should also know that no work is "above" anyone. Everyone will be asked to at some time perform dirty and menial tasks. We will try our best to make use of your skills, but don't expect to be exempt from the more mundane and unpleasant chores. Cleaning is a major part of every position at the daycare. If you get ill at the idea of cleaning up vomit and diarrhea, this is not the place for you. If you cannot pick up a 40lb dog, this is not the place for you. You will be on your feet for the majority of your shift. You cannot be allergic to animals or sensitive to bleach.

We are looking for mature, responsible people who want to work with animals. This can be the best job you have ever had for the right person. We are easy people to work with and expect to have open communication with all of our employees. Dogs can provide hours of laughter but this is a demanding position. If this sounds like the job for you, please complete our employment application.