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Groom positions at equestrian facilities, racetracks, and breeding farms may qualify for H-1B or EB-2 visa sponsorship when the role requires specialized knowledge in equine science, veterinary care, or breeding techniques. Positions focusing on basic care and maintenance typically don't meet specialty occupation requirements. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Welcome to Destination Pet. We are One Pack - a united team working together to elevate the love and lives of pet families. Our pet-obsessed professionals create a connected care network of trustworthy partners who bring creative innovation every day. We are revolutionizing the pet industry. Join us!
ABOUT THE ROLE
We’re currently sniffing out our next Groomer at The Pet Palace.
Do you dream in coat types and clipper guards? Can you turn a scruffy pup into a showstopper and chat kindly with the owner of a matted doodle who says, “Just a trim”? Come take your place alongside a team who care hard, laugh often, and leave no tail untamed.
At Destination Pet, we’re not just another Pet/Vet care center—we’re a community built on belly rubs, breed standards, and a belief that every pet deserves to look (and feel) their best. Since 2016, we’ve been elevating the love and lives of pet families across the country with top-tier care that includes grooming, daycare, boarding, veterinary services, training, and more.
PERKS & PAY:
- YOU choose: Start hourly for your first 60 days OR jump right into commission-based pay
- 50% commission (or 40% if you're working with a bather)
- 30% commission on basic baths (if applicable)
- Discounts on pet services like boarding, daycare, training, and more
- 20% off veterinary care at Destination Pet facilities
- Professional equipment provided—and sharpened twice a year on our dime
- Flexible scheduling and quality-over-quantity expectations
- Continuing education support for seminars, expos, and advanced techniques
- Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Mental Health, Life, Disability, 401K Match, and Discounted Pet Insurance (1 pet)
- PTO for full-time employees + part-time benefit options available
- Career growth opportunities within the Destination Pet network
REPORTING TO:
General Manager
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Professional grooming experience is required.
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and manage large or nervous dogs safely.
- Exposure to fur, cleaning chemicals, wet pups, ahem, “accidents” and unpredictable zoomies is guaranteed.
- Must be able to work in a physically active environment with heat, cold, water, and noise.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Proven experience grooming a wide range of breeds and coat types.
- Time management, attention to detail, and a customer-first mindset.
- Familiarity with pet behavior, stress signals, and safe handling practices.
- You communicate clearly—with clients, teammates, and even the pets.
- Reliable, calm under pressure, and excited to keep learning.
- You love animals and treat each one like they’re your own.
Responsibilities
- Snipping, shaping, and styling pets based on owner preferences or breed standards.
- Trimming nails, cleaning ears, brushing teeth, and tidying up the tail end.
- Bathing dogs (or working with bathers to prep pets for grooming).
- Chatting with pet parents about grooming needs, coat care, and what’s trending in tails.
- Keeping your station neat, your tools sharp, and your vibe fresh.
- Tagging in the front desk when pups are fluffed, puffed, and ready for pickup.
- Providing a calm, kind, safe experience for every animal in your care.
- Representing Destination Pet’s values of compassion, quality, and community.
Ready to make the world fluffier, one pup at a time? If you're all about clean cuts, calm pups, and a crew that has your back—it's time to join our pack!
Destination Pet LLC affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.
Destination Pet LLC endeavors to make our employment website and application process accessible to all users and applicants. In doing so, we provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation or assistance completing the application process, please contact a member of our recruitment team.
At Destination Pet, we're all about creating a workplace that's bursting with diversity and inclusivity. We don't play favorites or judge folks based on skin color, religion, gender, age, disability, or any other protected characteristics. Our hiring decisions are solely based on what you can bring to the team. So, we're throwing the door wide open for all like-minded candidates who believe in celebrating and honoring diversity and inclusion. Ready to join our pack?
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to Destination Pet. We are One Pack - a united team working together to elevate the love and lives of pet families. Our pet-obsessed professionals create a connected care network of trustworthy partners who bring creative innovation every day. We are revolutionizing the pet industry. Join us!
ABOUT THE ROLE
We’re currently sniffing out our next Groomer at The Pet Palace.
Do you dream in coat types and clipper guards? Can you turn a scruffy pup into a showstopper and chat kindly with the owner of a matted doodle who says, “Just a trim”? Come take your place alongside a team who care hard, laugh often, and leave no tail untamed.
At Destination Pet, we’re not just another Pet/Vet care center—we’re a community built on belly rubs, breed standards, and a belief that every pet deserves to look (and feel) their best. Since 2016, we’ve been elevating the love and lives of pet families across the country with top-tier care that includes grooming, daycare, boarding, veterinary services, training, and more.
PERKS & PAY:
- YOU choose: Start hourly for your first 60 days OR jump right into commission-based pay
- 50% commission (or 40% if you're working with a bather)
- 30% commission on basic baths (if applicable)
- Discounts on pet services like boarding, daycare, training, and more
- 20% off veterinary care at Destination Pet facilities
- Professional equipment provided—and sharpened twice a year on our dime
- Flexible scheduling and quality-over-quantity expectations
- Continuing education support for seminars, expos, and advanced techniques
- Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Mental Health, Life, Disability, 401K Match, and Discounted Pet Insurance (1 pet)
- PTO for full-time employees + part-time benefit options available
- Career growth opportunities within the Destination Pet network
REPORTING TO:
General Manager
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Professional grooming experience is required.
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and manage large or nervous dogs safely.
- Exposure to fur, cleaning chemicals, wet pups, ahem, “accidents” and unpredictable zoomies is guaranteed.
- Must be able to work in a physically active environment with heat, cold, water, and noise.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Proven experience grooming a wide range of breeds and coat types.
- Time management, attention to detail, and a customer-first mindset.
- Familiarity with pet behavior, stress signals, and safe handling practices.
- You communicate clearly—with clients, teammates, and even the pets.
- Reliable, calm under pressure, and excited to keep learning.
- You love animals and treat each one like they’re your own.
Responsibilities
- Snipping, shaping, and styling pets based on owner preferences or breed standards.
- Trimming nails, cleaning ears, brushing teeth, and tidying up the tail end.
- Bathing dogs (or working with bathers to prep pets for grooming).
- Chatting with pet parents about grooming needs, coat care, and what’s trending in tails.
- Keeping your station neat, your tools sharp, and your vibe fresh.
- Tagging in the front desk when pups are fluffed, puffed, and ready for pickup.
- Providing a calm, kind, safe experience for every animal in your care.
- Representing Destination Pet’s values of compassion, quality, and community.
Ready to make the world fluffier, one pup at a time? If you're all about clean cuts, calm pups, and a crew that has your back—it's time to join our pack!
Destination Pet LLC affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.
Destination Pet LLC endeavors to make our employment website and application process accessible to all users and applicants. In doing so, we provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation or assistance completing the application process, please contact a member of our recruitment team.
At Destination Pet, we're all about creating a workplace that's bursting with diversity and inclusivity. We don't play favorites or judge folks based on skin color, religion, gender, age, disability, or any other protected characteristics. Our hiring decisions are solely based on what you can bring to the team. So, we're throwing the door wide open for all like-minded candidates who believe in celebrating and honoring diversity and inclusion. Ready to join our pack?
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Groom
Target specialized equine operations
Focus on thoroughbred racing facilities, breeding farms, and equestrian centers that need expertise in bloodline management, reproductive techniques, or performance conditioning rather than basic stable maintenance.
Emphasize technical breeding knowledge
Highlight experience with artificial insemination, embryo transfer, genetic evaluation, or specialized nutrition programs that require formal training in animal science or equine reproduction.
Consider larger racing operations
Major racing stables and breeding farms are more likely to sponsor visas because they need specialized knowledge and have the resources for immigration processes.
Document your specialized training
Gather certificates from equine programs, breeding associations, or veterinary schools that demonstrate formal education beyond basic animal care to support specialty occupation claims.
Look beyond traditional stables
Research equine therapy centers, veterinary hospitals, and university research programs that may need specialized grooms with technical knowledge for therapeutic or research applications.
Network through industry associations
Connect with the American Horse Council, Thoroughbred Owners Association, and regional breeding organizations to identify employers who understand visa sponsorship for specialized positions.
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Do groom positions qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship?
Most basic groom positions don't qualify for H-1B sponsorship because they don't meet specialty occupation requirements. However, specialized roles in breeding operations, reproductive management, or equine research that require formal education in animal science or veterinary medicine may qualify. The position must demonstrate theoretical and practical application of specialized knowledge.
What degree do I need for visa-eligible groom positions?
A bachelor's degree in animal science, equine studies, veterinary science, or related field is typically required for specialty occupation status. Some positions may accept equivalent experience through the three-for-one rule, where three years of specialized equine experience can substitute for one year of education.
Which types of equine employers sponsor work visas?
Thoroughbred breeding farms, major racing stables, equine research facilities, and specialized therapy centers are most likely to sponsor visas. These operations need specialized knowledge in genetics, reproduction, or therapeutic techniques that justify the specialty occupation requirement and have resources for immigration processes.
What's the approval rate for groom visa applications?
USCIS doesn't publish approval rates by specific job title, but animal science roles that clearly demonstrate specialty occupation requirements generally have higher approval rates. Basic groom positions without specialized requirements face significant challenges in meeting H-1B standards for theoretical and practical application of specialized knowledge.
Can I get a green card through a groom position?
Green card sponsorship through groom positions is challenging because most roles don't require college-level education, which is typically needed for EB-2 or EB-3 classifications. Specialized positions in equine research, breeding management, or therapeutic applications with degree requirements may have better prospects for permanent residence sponsorship.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Groom jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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