The Barking Lot is a Doggy Day Care and Dog Groomers located in Central Wellington.
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With multiple large play areas, its central location, awesome parking and its beautiful spa which offers nails trimming, glad treatment, bathings and full grooms!
This week at TBL 📸 ~30/08/24
- We welcomed Hammish's brother Ricky Baker. He may be small in stature, but his attitude isn't! 😂
- Kevin had an extended stay on his first day, and boy he's cute!
- Ernie came in for his first groom with us, might I say he's looking very dapper!
📸 A snapshot of our week ~ 23/08/24
We welcomed Albie to daycare! He loves water bowls...
JOB AVAILABLE
Part-time Reception and Daycare Attendant
Wellington CBD based, diverse and inclusive workplace looking for reliable dog lovers to join our daycare and reception team!
This position will be 4 days per week, totalling approximately 20 hours, with the possibility of additional shifts and hours if/when needed.
The role involves both customer-facing and dog care duties so previous animal and/or human first aid experience is preferred but not required.
Applicants must:
Be able to work any shifts Monday - Friday.
Be able to commit to working with us long-term.
Be able to cover a shift at short notice.
Be physically fit.
Be reliable and responsible with a great work ethic.
Be able to work in loud environments (hearing protection is provided)
Have confidence and passion for dogs of all sizes.
Have previous experience in dog care/animal handling or a strong desire to learn.
Have great customer service skills.
Have excellent communication skills.
Finer details:
Working with dogs is very hard work, but equally rewarding. We expect professionalism, but also a good sense of humor and a keen attitude when the going gets tough. Being able to read and respect each dog and learn what's important to them is vital to the first step in the dogs connecting and bonding with you.
Our hours of operation are 7am-6:30pm Monday to Friday. The daycare is closed on public holidays and weekends.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Please send CVs to [email protected]
Snaps of the week 📸 ~09/08/24
Snaps of the week 📸 ~02/08/24
Alfred looking dashing after his groom 🐕🎀
Position available - Dog bather
Experience preferred but not essential
We have a part-time position available for a dog bather who will receive on-the-job training with the intention of becoming full-time once training is complete.
Job includes
- Washing dogs
- Drying dogs
- Brushing and/or de-matting dogs
- Cutting dogs nails
- Cleaning up dog urine/faeces
- Cleaning the workspace/room/tools daily
- Booking appointments
- Logging in notes
- Talking with customers about what groom they want and giving information at end of groom
- Need to be confident in handling difficult dogs.
This is a physical job where you will be standing for the majority of your shift, as well as lifting, holding, and moving dogs so the position is best suited to people who are confident in their ability to perform these tasks.
The ability to be calm under stress is a must as some dogs struggle with the grooming process and need extra love and patience to get them through their groom.
If this sounds like something you’d be interested in, please send your CV to [email protected]
We look forward to meeting you
Snaps of the week 📸 ~26/07/24
Snaps of the week 📸 ~19/07/24 😊
Snaps of the week! 📸 ~12/07/24
We had a student ask us to share their Questionnaire to help with their thesis. This is what they have to say.
My name is Ella Wipatene and I am an Honours student in ENGR489 at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington. This research project is work towards my thesis.
The purpose of this project is to create a Puppy AI Mobile Application to aid dog owners in the first 1-2 years. Your participation will support this research by testing if the current requirements meet the needs and expectations of real-life users. The form will ask questions about challenges and resources when owning a dog, and take approximately 15 minutes.
If you decide to participate, thank you. If you decide not to participate, thank you for considering this request.
You can access the questionnaire through the following link: https://qualtricsxmp7qrv2k2d.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_42tjtaEUjmesVHo
Our favourite photos this week! 💓🐶 5/07/24
Snaps of the week 📸 ~21/06/24
Hand picked by our wonderful staff
Our favourite snaps of the week 📸
14/06/2024
Our favourite snaps this week 📸 ~07/06/2024
Snaps of the week 📸 ~31/05/24
Part-time daycare attendant
Wellington CBD based, diverse and inclusive workplace looking for reliable dog lovers to join our daycare team on a part-time basis!
This position will be approximately 15 hours per week in the beginning, with the possibility of additional shifts and hours if/when needed.
Applicants must:
Have confidence and passion for dogs of all sizes.
Be reliable and responsible with a great work ethic.
Be physically fit.
Have previous experience in dog care/animal handling or a strong desire to learn.
Be good at following instructions but also at taking initiative.
Have great customer service skills.
Have excellent communication skills.
Can work any shift on Monday - Wednesday.
Be able to cover a shift at short notice.
Previous animal or human first aid experience is preferred but not required.
Finer details:
Working with dogs is very hard work, but equally rewarding. We expect professionalism, but also a good sense of humor and a keen attitude when the going gets tough. Being able to read and respect each dog and learn what's important to them is vital to the first step in the dogs connecting and bonding with you.
This position also allows room for growth and possible hours within our grooming and training areas. Please let us know in your cover letter if either of those would interest you.
Our hours of operation are 7am-6:30pm Monday to Friday. The daycare is closed on public holidays and weekends.
Good luck, We look forward to hearing from you, please apply now!
Part-time daycare attendant
Wellington CBD based, diverse and inclusive workplace looking for reliable dog lovers to join our daycare team on a part-time basis!
This position will be approximately 15 hours per week in the beginning, with the possibility of additional shifts and hours if/when needed.
Applicants must:
Have confidence and passion for dogs of all sizes.
Be reliable and responsible with a great work ethic.
Be physically fit.
Have previous experience in dog care/animal handling or a strong desire to learn.
Be good at following instructions but also at taking initiative.
Have great customer service skills.
Have excellent communication skills.
Can work any shift on Monday - Wednesday.
Be able to cover a shift at short notice.
Previous animal or human first aid experience is preferred but not required.
Finer details:
Working with dogs is very hard work, but equally rewarding. We expect professionalism, but also a good sense of humor and a keen attitude when the going gets tough. Being able to read and respect each dog and learn what's important to them is vital to the first step in the dogs connecting and bonding with you.
This position also allows room for growth and possible hours within our grooming and training areas. Please let us know in your cover letter if either of those would interest you.
Our hours of operation are 7am-6:30pm Monday to Friday. The daycare is closed on public holidays and weekends.
Good luck, We look forward to hearing from you, please apply now!
Limited time offer, all full or de-shed groom's before the end of March will get 15% off their groom price. No other discounts apply, discount only applies to the groom itself.
I couldn't think of a more perfect way to end 2023 than with these guys on a bush adventure.
2023 was definitely a year I won't forget, and I'm hoping that 2024 brings some great things (no more covid would be nice 🤞).
Hope everyone is enjoying their holiday season, if you celebrate or not, if you're working through or making the most of your holiday.
Stay safe and we hope to see you all next year!
On Saturday we had our staff Christmas party, all but one staff member attended (she was unable to make it 😭). So we filled her absence with an interloper for the day. It was great to get everyone together for some fun, food, drinks, games, and white elephant gifts. This has been a great year, with some awesome dogs and awesome people.
We end this year with the best team of staff ever, some great new dogs who joined us this year, some OG dogs who hope continue to come for many more years. My wonderful team surprised me with a card and a bottle of whiskey 😭.
Here is hoping everyone has a Merry Christmas (Grinchmas), and a Happy New Year. We look forward to seeing everyone next year, and meeting some new dogs too. Thank you from the team here, we appreciate each and everyone who has supported us this year so we can continue doing what we love.
As you see from our previous post 2 of our groomers won prizes at Groomalong 2023. However, all of our groomers attended the expo. Here is a summary of our team's first time at Groomalong.
Sienna placed 3rd in “Pet Style - Entry Level” with Chester.
Carla also competed in “Pet Style - Entry Level” with Mazzy, was a close match for 3rd place.
Anna placed 3rd in the “Model Head - Adult” with her last-minute entry.
Morgan was entered in the “Show Style - Intermediate” but had to pull out due to a shoulder injury, and hasn't been able to groom for a few months. Thankfully she is getting better, and we should see her grooming again soon. In saying that Morgan was the only one that attended all 3 days, and all the seminars that were run over the weekend.
Judges did not have to hand out prizes (up to 3rd place), so the fact that 2 of the 3 competing staff members won a prize is amazing. We are proud of the team for seeking self, and industry improvement, and look forward to seeing more growth from them all. Enjoy a few photos from the weekend.
Congratulations to our grooming assistant/trainee groomer, Anna, on getting 3rd in the model head competition! We are very proud of Anna, she is the one who bathes and dries all the dogs, and under the guidance of our head groomer has been doing mini grooms and assisting on some full grooms.
We couldn't be prouder of Anna for entering, let alone coming third! Her model head only arrived the day before the competition, so her choice to enter was a last-minute decision. We can't wait to see her progress and grow in confidence as her training continues. Well done, Anna!
We would like to congratulate our groomer Sienna, on getting 3rd in the entry level pet style at Groomalong today. Here is Chester's before and after.
Thank you to Chester's family for letting us prepare him over the last few months so he could be the pawfect model today.
Today is my last day at The Barking Lot as im relocating to Auckland- worst day everrrrrr. I've been here almost a year and what an amazing time it's been. The dogs have brought such joy to my days and Delta, Minni, Junie and Charlie Jo will have that special place in my heart forever. I wish all the best and good heath, may we meet again. Bye babies😭
Love Sarah
Due to increased costs, our grooming prices have gone up. You may have noticed the poster in our reception over the last couple of months with the new prices. New prices are now active.
We are looking for a Grooming assistant currently, possibility for on job training to be a groomer.
Send your cvs through to [email protected] if you think this sounds like a job you'd enjoy.
Job includes
Washing dogs
Drying dogs
Brushing and/or dematting dogs
Cutting dogs nails
Cleaning up after dogs go toilet
Cleaning the work space/room/tools daily
Booking appointments
Logging in notes
Talking with customers about what groom they want and giving information at end of groom
Need to be able to lift about 25kg
Need to be confident in handling difficult dogs
187 Victoria Street
Wellington
6012
| Monday | 7:30am - 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 7:30am - 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 7:30am - 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 7:30am - 6:30pm |
| Friday | 7:30am - 6:30pm |
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Gus bringing that #goldenretriever energy 🐶 #staffy #huntaway #dogsofwelly
What is this sound 😂 it still fits... Kinda... #labrador #dogsofwelly #wellingtondogs
Lulu loves playing with toys 🐕🌵 #bostonterrier #dogsofwelly #wellingtondogs
Something about Flo Rida 😎 #swedishvallhund #dogtraining #wellingtondogs #dogsofwelly
😊 #dogstagram
Happy days
Playtime at daycare 🙈🐶 #dogstagram #thebarkinglot
Be Quick last days to sign up to dog training classes. Starting Mon 6th May 5pm Key skills (obedience) 6pm Boredom Busters 7pm Recall/off lead (basic obedience needed)
The Barking Lot virtual tour - April 2023
We are now proud to stock Bravecto! We currently have a promotion running until April 30th where you can win a picnic blanket if you purchase any cat or dog treatment! #bravecto #beintowin
When you miss daycare so much you have a couple up at your place for the holidays! We have had the pleasure of seeing a few others while walking at petone beach 🙂 Myself and the rest of the team look forward to seeing the rest of our barking lot family next week! I hope you have had a great Xmas and new year Ange xx
TOMORROW WE ARE HAVING OUR FIRST EVER SALE, 15% off everything except clearance, origin, and acana, 10% off origin and acana. We have too many options and not enough space! Come down, grab a bargain, new stock just out included. We even have stuff for cats, can't forget about the cats! January 1st, one day sale open 10am-3pm! #sale #thebarkinglot #origindogfood #acanadogfood #15percentdiscount
Friday we said goodbye to one of our amazing staff members, Lili, she has been a fantastic member of our team and we are going to miss her so much! Congratulations on finishing your studies, wishing you the best for all your future endeavours! You will always be part of The Barking Lot family, we love you! All credit goes to Lili for the fantastic video showing snippets of her time with us. #thebarkinglot #lastdayofwork
The Barking Lot is Wellington’s most central daycare, grooming & training facility. We welcome dogs of all breeds & work with each dog at their own pace to ensure they settle quickly into daycare environment.
We know your pup is a valued member of your family & we aim to care for & love them just as much as you do!
We only ever use positive reinforcement. We DO NOT use physical corrections in any situation (so you won’t ever find us hitting your dogs!) https://www.thebarkinglot.co.nz/faqs find all our FAQ’s here!
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