14 Reasons to Love #LifeAtPetSmart

At PetSmart, we’re all about pets, people, and possibilities! Whether you're working in our stores, distribution centers, salons, or one of our corporate offices, there are many reasons to woof being part of our team. Here are 14 reasons why working at PetSmart is a paws-itively great experience:

1️⃣ Benefits That Benefit You – We offer comprehensive health, financial, and wellness benefits to support you and your family, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) matching. Check them all out here!

2️⃣ A Culture of Belonging – At PetSmart, we foster an inclusive workplace where every associate feels valued, respected, and supported, strive to create an environment where they feel like they truly belong and believe a culture of inclusion makes us a stronger company. It’s why we place such a high value on the unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our associates, customers, and the communities where we live and work.

We also have seven different ARGs for associates to join. Our ARGs are groups of associates with a common purpose who come together to celebrate different interests, or backgrounds and to develop opportunities for its members and communities.

3️⃣ Career Growth Opportunities – Whether you're looking to develop new skills, move into leadership, or explore different career paths, we provide opportunities to grow within the company through mentorship programs, career goal orientation, and recognition. Explore more of PetSmart's associate journeys' here.

4️⃣ Work with Like-Minded Pet Lovers – If you love pets, you’ll fit right in! Our teams are made up of passionate animal lovers who truly care about the work they do. Associates are the heart of PetSmart. And because they share the same passion for pets as the pet parents we serve, we have a culture that gives us a competitive edge. We are committed to empowering our more than 50,000 associates to pursue a healthy, fulfilling life and career with us.

5️⃣ Extensive and Continued Training – We continuously strive to ensure our associates have the tools, training and resources they need to keep themselves and pets safe, healthy and happy and invest in their success with hands-on training, mentorship programs, and continued education to help you thrive in their roles. Learn more about continued education at PetSmart!

6️⃣ Recognition for Your Efforts – Hard work doesn’t go unnoticed! We celebrate achievements big and small with programs that recognize and reward our associates. We know our teams are committed to providing top dog servide to pets and pet parents and they're there for each other too. We're proud to recognize the outstanding efforts, true commitment, and pet-centric passion of our associates through our PlayUp recognition program as well as Leader of the Pack and Associate of the Month awards.

7️⃣ Tuition Assistance – We support lifelong learning by helping associates pursue degrees and certifications with tuition reimbursement programs. PetSmart offers up to $3,500 per year of tuition reimbursement for eligible associates and encourages all associates to invest in their education. Learn more about the program.

8️⃣ Exclusive Discounts on Pet Products and Services – Enjoy special savings on food, toys, grooming, boarding, and more for your own pets! At PetSmart, we’re pet people and we know your pets deserve the very best! That’s why PetSmart offers discounts on products and services to all full-time and part-time associates. Associates have saved more than tens of millions dollars because of discounts on merchandise, pet food, pet services, and grooming tools.

9️⃣ A Pet-Friendly Corporate Office – Our corporate headquarters welcomes furry coworkers, because we believe meetings are better with wagging tails! (All pets are welcome!!)

🔟 FlexSmart: Work Where You Work Best – Here at PetSmart, we know that when life happens, you have to be flexible. We also know that we all work best in our way, so we offer the FlexSmart flexible work schedule. FlexSmart operates under a simple premise – associates are expected to perform exceptional work that advances our mission and vision consistently. Corporate associates can use our flexible work policy to work in-office or remotely as needed. Learn more about the policy here.

1️⃣1️⃣ Making a Difference Through PetSmart Charities – At PetSmart, we believe in the power of giving back to our communities because we love pets and their people. We're making a difference daily through impactful programs, passionate associates, and unwavering support for pets and families. Learn more about PetSmart Charities' impact here: https://petsmartcharities.org/

1️⃣2️⃣ A Supportive Team doing Anything for Pets – From leadership to coworkers, you’ll always have a team that encourages and supports you every step of the way. We love pets, and we believe pets make us better people. PetSmart is the trusted partner to pet parents and pets in every moment of their lives.

1️⃣3️⃣ Innovation & Growth – We’re constantly evolving, testing new ways to improve the pet parent experience and to make PetSmart a dynamic and exciting workplace. Have you heard of Central Bark? PetSmart's mobile-first communication tool enables all associates to stay more connected to PetSmart. It has substantially strengthened our ability to listen and respond to associate feedback.

1️⃣4️⃣ Unleashing Your Potential – At PetSmart, we’re more than just a company obsessed with pets; we’re obsessed with our people too. Our values are rooted in unconditional love—a lesson we learn from our pets—and staying united together.

We’re here for you and your loved ones throughout your #LifeAtPetSmart by offering various tools and resources to support you during your career with us and beyond. We believe when our associates are happy and healthy, they can provide the best possible care for our furry, scaled, and feathery friends while enjoying a work experience that celebrates them as their authentic selves.

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