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Are you looking for more than just a job? At Chewy, you'll find yourself on a career path with other awesome humans, like yourself. You'll be part of a culture that values everything that you do, who you are, and the goals you have set for your career. We want to give you the opportunity to grow, earn competitive pay, and be happy while you do it. Sounds simple, but we love it.
Your Opportunity:
Chewy is looking for a Senior Pet Wrangler Specialist to join our Chewy Studios Team based in Dallas, TX. The ideal candidate has worked with animals in a professional setting, preferably with animal training experience.
The Senior Pet Wrangler Specialist position will be part of the Pet Talent team that is dedicated to working with all the pet talent for both video and photography. This position works with the pet talent, pet parents, and other Studio team members. A big focus of this position is building the confidence and skills of the pets in the Studio through positive reinforcement training and observing and acknowledging animal behavior/stress in a fast-paced environment.
The Senior Pet Wrangler Specialist will be the voice and advocate of the pet talent and will communicate any changes/updates to the on-set team, as well as appropriate leadership. Additionally, you will play a key role in the training and education of the pet team that has a diverse set of experience and skills. You must be comfortable conducting extensive research on new animal behavior training and techniques. The Pet Wrangler will also follow all Pet Talent Team procedures/protocols.
Chewy Studios is a dynamic studio that creates photos and videos for web content, social media, TV commercials and more. In most of the photos and videos, the main stars are pet talent. The Pet Wrangler will work closely with pet talent but will also have strong interpersonal skills while working with other Studio team members.
What You'll Do:
- Utilize knowledge of species and breed specific behaviors to encourage pets to present desirable behaviors for the camera
- Note any changes in behavior and communicate to Manager, Pet Handling
- Identify and report any safety concerns on or off set
- Builds and presents educational presentations for pet team and studio
- Coach wranglers on new training techniques and approaches
- Takes initiative in advancing their knowledge and skills on animal behavior and training concepts
- Update pet casting database with pet photos and behavioral information
- Complete studio testing with new pets to determine their eligibility for casting
- Network with potential pet parent contacts for casting
- Assist in creating a stress-free environment for pets on set by advocating for their needs
- Conduct training sessions with cats and dogs using positive reinforcement techniques
- Write training plans for shaping new behaviors
- Communicate with internal teams to set pets up for success on set and propose alternative solutions when needed
- Supervise all interactions with the pets to ensure safety to pets and people in the Studio
- Build a positive relationship with pet parents
- Set up, break down, and clean pet holding areas
- Assist Pet Talent Team, with other duties as assigned
What you'll need:
- 3+ year of Professional Animal Experience
- Must be comfortable around all animals including cats, dogs, horses, reptiles, and rodents
- No animal allergies
Bonus:
- Knowledge of animal behavior/behavior analysis in the animal training field
What You'll Get:
- A place where you can be your authentic self and grow your career. Our pet parents and partners are from everywhere--different places and different walks of life. It is what makes them unique. Likewise, Chewtopians are encouraged to bring their perspectives to deliver on our mission!
- Work in a culture that cares, with managers who value you and your career journey. Be empowered to think big, thrive on delivering results, and to become your best.
- Development of meaningful connections with a diverse group of Chewtopians through Team Member Resource Groups and celebrate inclusivity with various company events, programs, and activities.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision benefits, in addition to wellness programs and resources, enabling you to be your best self in and outside of work.
Chewy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, citizenship, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veteran status, as well as any other legally-protected characteristic. If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, and you need an accommodation during the application process or to perform these job requirements, or if you need a religious accommodation, please contact [email protected].
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Skills Required
- 3+ year of Professional Animal Experience
- Must be comfortable around cats, dogs, horses, reptiles, and rodents
- No animal allergies
- Comfortable conducting extensive research on animal behavior training and techniques
- Animal training experience
- Knowledge of animal behavior/behavior analysis
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Chewy Compensation & Benefits Highlights
How does Chewy ensure its pay and bonus plans are competitive?
Chewy approaches compensation through a total rewards strategy that combines salary, bonuses, equity opportunities, healthcare benefits, employee discounts, and career growth opportunities. The company emphasizes supporting employees across ecommerce, healthcare, pharmacy, customer service, technology, and fulfillment operations while competing for talent in both retail and tech markets.
Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities: Chewy offers market-based compensation packages that may include salary, performance bonuses, commissions, and equity depending on role and level. Built In also notes benefits such as relocation assistance, employee discounts, and bonus opportunities across multiple teams and functions.
- Healthcare and wellness support: Benefits include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, disability coverage, telemedicine, mental health resources, and wellbeing programs. Chewy also offers wellness-focused resources designed to support employees physically, mentally, and financially.
- Retirement and financial wellbeing: Employees receive 401(k) plans with company matching along with financial wellness resources and broader support programs. Benefits are designed to support both short-term needs and long-term financial planning.
- Pet-focused and family-oriented benefits: Chewy offers pet insurance discounts, employee discounts on Chewy products, parental leave, fertility support, family-focused benefits, and caregiving resources. The company’s benefits package is closely aligned with its pet-focused identity and customer mission.
- Flexibility and workplace support: Corporate employees may have access to hybrid work arrangements, flexible scheduling, commuter benefits, PTO, paid holidays, and wellbeing initiatives. Employees also cite supportive managers and collaborative teams as important parts of the broader employee value proposition.
- Long-term career investment: Compensation is reinforced through career growth opportunities, mentorship, leadership development, cross-functional learning, and exposure to large-scale ecommerce, automation, healthcare, and logistics initiatives. Employees often describe growth opportunities as an important part of the overall company experience.
- External signals: Comparably reports that 70% of employee reviews are positive overall. Employees frequently highlight healthcare benefits, employee discounts, coworkers, and growth opportunities as strengths of the company experience. (Glassdoor; Comparably)
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What We Do
Who We Are Chewy is where pet parents find everything they need for life with pets, from food to fun to pharmacy. We make pet care easier, more informed, and more joyful through fast, reliable delivery and award-winning 24/7 Customer Care, including access to pet health support when it’s needed. Founded in 2011, Chewy combines the convenience of online shopping with a high-touch, personalized experience built around the real moments of pet parenthood. Our Mission Chewy’s mission is to be the most trusted and convenient destination for pet parents and partners, everywhere. What We Do We support pet parents through the highs, lows, and everyday moments of the pet parenting journey with: • Pet food, treats, and daily essentials • Supplies for dogs, cats, fish, birds, reptiles, equine, and small pets • Pharmacy and veterinary services, including prescriptions and medications • Pet wellness and health products • Autoship for convenient recurring deliveries • Chewy+, our premium membership offering exclusive savings, faster delivery, and personalized pet care benefits • 24/7/365 customer support from knowledgeable, pet-loving experts What Makes Chewy Different Chewy is known for industry-leading service, deep personalization, and our customer-obsessed culture. We combine trust, convenience, and care, and pet parents come to us for: • Exceptional customer care • Human- and pet-centered product and experience design • Fast, dependable fulfillment across a nationwide operations network • A mission-driven culture built on empathy, trust, and passion for pets Our Culture Chewy’s culture is built for people who thrive on ownership, innovation, and impact. We value curiosity, creativity, and continuous improvement across all our teams. We empower Team Members—our Chewtopians—to learn, grow, and unleash their full potential in a collaborative, supportive, mission-driven environment. How We Work Chewy’s Operating Principles guide how we think, innovate, collaborate, and execute. These principles shape our character, decision-making, and approach to delivering results while connecting our people and culture in support of our mission. Where We Work Chewy headquarters: Plantation, FL, and Boston, MA Additional hubs: Bellevue, WA, and Minneapolis, MN
Why Work With Us
Why You Should Work at Chewy Chewy is a unique, fast-growing e-commerce and tech leader where builders, creators, and problem-solvers shape the future of pet care. Our teams drive innovation in a mission-driven culture that creates real impact for pets and the people who love them.
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