Careers
Join the HellaK9s Team
Build a career as a professional dog trainer.
Whether you're an experienced trainer or just beginning your journey with dogs, HellaK9s provides the training, mentorship, and real-world experience needed to develop elite trainers.
We don't just hire trainers — we build them.
Why Trainers Join HellaK9s
HellaK9s is designed for people who are passionate about dogs and serious about learning the craft of professional dog training.
Our trainers work with a wide range of dogs and clients — from family companions to high-drive working breeds — using modern relationship-based training built on structure, clarity, and engagement.
As part of the HellaK9s team, you'll gain:
- hands-on training experience
- mentorship from experienced trainers
- exposure to real behavioral cases
- opportunities to develop advanced training skills
- access to a growing national network of trainers
Many of our trainers began with nothing more than a passion for dogs and a willingness to learn.
Our Standards
While prior professional experience is not required, we hold our trainers to a high standard of professionalism and commitment.
HellaK9s trainers must demonstrate:
- strong interest in dog behavior and training
- willingness to learn the HellaK9s training system
- excellent communication skills with clients
- physical ability to safely handle medium and large dogs
- professionalism and strong work ethic
- clean background check
- commitment to continuous learning
We believe great trainers are built through experience, mentorship, and dedication to the craft.
Trainer Development
HellaK9s invests heavily in developing our trainers.
New trainers work directly alongside experienced team members, gaining hands-on experience in:
Through this process, trainers develop the skills necessary to work with a wide range of dogs and training challenges.
Who You'll Work With
HellaK9s trainers regularly work with:
family pet dogs and companion training
puppies and foundational training
behavior modification cases
high-drive working breeds
structured obedience programs
group training classes
Every day presents new opportunities to learn and develop as a trainer.
Application Process
Submit your application
Initial conversation with the HellaK9s team
Trainer evaluation and onboarding
Placement with a HellaK9s location
Apply to Join HellaK9s
If you're passionate about dogs and motivated to build real skills as a trainer, we encourage you to apply. Tell us about your experience, your goals, and why you'd like to join the HellaK9s team.