Part-Time

Puppy Sphere

Posted on 7/24/2026

Puppy Sphere

Puppy Sphere

1-10 employees

Runs studios delivering puppy-assisted yoga classes

Compensation Overview

CA$17.60/hr

Mississauga, ON, Canada

In Person

On-site in Mississauga; weekend shifts required.

Category
Customer Experience & Support (1)

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Requirements
  • Experience in the service or hospitality industry is preferred
  • Availability to work weekends (at least one day per week)
  • Availability for a minimum of 4 shifts per month
  • Additional weekday availability is a strong plus
  • A warm, engaging, and outgoing personality that helps create a welcoming and positive experience
  • Comfortable working in a fast-growing startup environment where things evolve quickly and adaptability is key
  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull items weighing up to 30 lbs
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, including throughout the duration of events
  • Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and perform repetitive motions as required during event setup, execution, and breakdown
  • Comfortable working with standard cleaning supplies and solutions, following proper safety and handling guidelines
  • Ability to work in environments with moderate noise levels, animals present, and high guest interaction
  • Bonus if you have access to a car and ability to drive
Responsibilities
  • Set up the studio and puppy area at the start of each shift, ensuring everything is clean, organized, and ready for guests and pups
  • Support the care of puppies throughout the day, including cleaning, providing water/food as needed, and ensuring their comfort and wellbeing
  • Assist with setting up themed decor for events when required
  • Welcome and check in guests, creating a warm, friendly, and well-organized arrival experience
  • Conduct welcome briefings throughout the shift, setting expectations and creating a positive, engaging start to each class
  • Maintain a clean and safe environment by managing puppy clean-ups during and between classes
  • Actively monitor puppy wellbeing and guide guests on appropriate handling to ensure a safe and positive experience for everyone
  • Deliver a high-quality wellness experience by being present, attentive, and responsive to guest needs throughout the event
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization across all areas of the studio, including the puppy space, beverage station, and common areas
  • Support smooth transitions between classes, ensuring spaces are reset quickly and efficiently
  • Work closely with the wider team to ensure smooth event delivery, proactively identifying and resolving issues as they arise
  • Help build a strong sense of community by creating moments that keep guests coming back
  • Embrace change and support the implementation of new processes and initiatives, helping ensure they land smoothly onsite
  • Escalate any concerns relating to guest experience, team dynamics, or puppy wellbeing to supervisors in a timely manner
  • Adhere to company policies, safety protocols, and animal welfare guidelines at all times
Desired Qualifications
  • Bonus if you have access to a car and ability to drive

Puppy Sphere runs puppy therapy experiences, with their flagship Puppy Yoga class that blends flow yoga with puppies to create a relaxed, enjoyable wellness experience. In studios across North America (12+ locations), customers participate in in-studio classes where puppies mingle with participants during the yoga flow, offering stress-relief and lighthearted interaction. The company operates at scale with more than half a million customers served and a large social media following, and has partnered with brands like Amazon, Google, iHeart Radio, The New York Times, and the NBA. What sets Puppy Sphere apart is its leadership position in puppy-assisted wellness on a national level, supported by its multi-studio footprint, sizable audience, and high-profile collaborations. The goal is to provide accessible, puppy-enhanced wellness experiences to broad audiences while expanding studio presence and strengthening partnerships.

Company Size

1-10

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Canada

Founded

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Corporate wellness drives over 100 weekly event requests from employers.
  • Class packs and subscriptions should lift repeat attendance across 14-plus locations.
  • Launches in Houston and Los Angeles expand North American studio density.

What critics are saying

  • Animal-welfare backlash can quickly damage ticket sales and corporate bookings.
  • New-city openings face licensing, zoning, and animal-handling enforcement delays.
  • Copycat operators can commoditize puppy yoga and undercut pricing.

What makes Puppy Sphere unique

  • Founded by Francesca Albo and Lea Burbidge Izquierdo, Puppy Sphere spans 16 studios.
  • Its puppy welfare model uses Pet First Aid supervisors and structured rest breaks.
  • The brand partners with Google, TikTok, Pinterest, the NBA, and more.

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