Pet Groomer Jobs in Maryland
Pet Groomer jobs in Maryland are open across Rockville, Frederick, and Woodstock and other Maryland metros, with employers like Banfield Pet Hospital, BluePearl Pet Hospital, and Destination Pet hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Who we are:
Bayside Animal Hospital is Hiring a Kennel Attendant!
Position Details
- Role: Kennel Attendant / Animal Care Attendant
- Status: Full-time
- Salary: Negotiable and based on experience
- Schedule: Must be available to work weekends and holidays
Benefits Highlights
- Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
- Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; generous PTO; and employee discounts
- Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, and uniform allowance
- Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program
Looking for an Animal Care Role Where You Can Make a Difference Every Day?
Bayside Animal Hospital is looking for a compassionate and dependable Kennel Attendant to join our team! Kennel team members play an essential role in providing proper daily care for our hospitalized and boarding patients while helping maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming hospital environment.
This is a great opportunity for someone who genuinely enjoys working with animals and wants to build hands-on experience in veterinary medicine while being part of a supportive and collaborative team. Whether you’re helping care for boarding pets, assisting with patient comfort, or supporting hospital cleanliness, your work will directly impact the health and well-being of the pets in our care.
Why Our Kennel Attendants Love Working Here
- Supportive and team-oriented hospital environment
- Meaningful work caring for pets every day
- Opportunities to learn and grow within veterinary medicine
- A positive workplace culture built around teamwork and compassion
- Hands-on experience working alongside veterinary professionals
- A team that values hard work, reliability, and kindness
What You’ll Do
- Provide compassionate daily care for boarding and hospitalized patients
- Feed pets and monitor appetites and behavior
- Clean and sanitize cages, runs, litter boxes, food and water bowls, and hospital areas
- Bathe and brush patients as needed
- Maintain laundry for the kennel and hospital
- Help maintain hospital cleanliness and organization throughout the day
- Assist doctors and technicians with patient restraint and medication administration as directed
- Collect urine and fecal samples when needed
- Monitor patients and report unusual behavior or medical concerns to the veterinary team
- Help maintain hospital grounds and assist with light facility upkeep
- Follow daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning and maintenance protocols
What Our Kennel Attendants Bring
- Genuine compassion for animals and the people who love them
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Ability to stay productive and prioritize tasks throughout the workday
- Comfort working in a busy environment with barking dogs and active hospital activity
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Reliability, flexibility, and willingness to learn
- Animal care experience is a plus, but not required
- Must be at least 16 years old
- Ability to lift and carry animals, supplies, and food bags with assistance when needed
The Extras You’ll Actually Feel
- A team that supports and encourages one another
- Opportunities to build experience in animal care and veterinary medicine
- Meaningful work helping pets feel safe, comfortable, and cared for
- A workplace culture focused on teamwork, compassion, and growth
- Exposure to a variety of patient care experiences and daily hospital operations
Benefits You Can’t Beat
Financial Benefits
- A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance
- 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
- Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
- 529 Savings Plan
- Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
- Referral bonus program
Wellness Benefits
- Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
- Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
- Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
- Sick Time / Paid Time Off
- Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
- Pet discounts on services and products
- Pet food discount program
Workplace Benefits
- Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
- Professional development opportunities
- Continuing education allowance
- Uniform allowance
Lifestyle Benefits
- Six paid holidays (full-time only)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount program
Join Our Team!
If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can care for animals, support a dedicated veterinary team, and continue growing your experience in animal care, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and join the team at Bayside Animal Hospital!
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Bayside Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.
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Where Maryland roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Pet Groomer Job Market in Maryland
A snapshot from current Maryland openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Banfield Pet Hospital19

- BluePearl Pet Hospital7

- Destination Pet6

- Thrive Pet Healthcare3

- Adventist Healthcare1

Top Industries Hiring
- Animal Care & Pet Services32
- Healthcare & Medical Services1
- Technology & Software1
What Maryland Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in pet groomer jobs across Maryland.
- Hands-on experience bathing, drying, brushing, and trimming dogs and cats
- Proficiency with clippers, shears, dematting tools, and forced-air dryers
- Knowledge of breed-standard cuts and coat-specific grooming techniques
- Ability to safely handle anxious, reactive, or elderly pets
- Professional grooming certification or vocational training program completion
- Physical stamina to stand and lift pets throughout an eight-hour shift
Pet Groomer Jobs in Maryland: Frequently Asked Questions
How many pet groomer jobs are there in Maryland?
There are 39+ pet groomer openings in Maryland on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Rockville, Frederick, and Woodstock. New positions post regularly as employers across Maryland hire.
How much do pet groomers make in Maryland?
Pet groomers in Maryland earn a median of about $36,780 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $31,500 for the lowest 10% to over $56,730 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Maryland cities have the most pet groomer jobs?
Rockville, Frederick, and Woodstock have the most pet groomer openings in Maryland right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire pet groomers in Maryland?
Employers hiring pet groomers in Maryland include Banfield Pet Hospital, BluePearl Pet Hospital, and Destination Pet, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote pet groomer jobs in Maryland?
Yes. About 0% of pet groomer openings tied to Maryland are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Maryland metros.
How do I apply for pet groomer jobs in Maryland?
You can apply to pet groomer jobs in Maryland directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Maryland location, then apply to each one that fits.
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