Kennel Assistant

What We're Looking For

Some of the responsibilities you will own in this role:

• Kennel & Animal Care Responsibilities

  • Provide daily care for hospitalized and boarding animals, including feeding, cleaning, exercising, and monitoring their well-being
  • Walk and safely handle dogs of different breeds, sizes, and temperaments
  • Maintain clean, sanitary, and organized kennels, cages, patient rooms, and animal care areas
  • Assist with bathing, brushing, nail trims, and basic grooming
  • Observe animal health and behavior and promptly report any concerns to the veterinary team
  • Administer medications and treatments as directed
  • Assist with safely handling animals during examinations and procedures when needed
  • Maintain accurate records of patient care and treatments
  • Complete dishes, laundry, and other daily cleaning and sanitation responsibilities

• Dog Daycare & Boarding Responsibilities

  • Supervise one-on-one play sessions with dogs of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments
  • Provide enrichment, attention, exercise, and socialization to daycare and boarding guests
  • Prepare and administer meals and treats according to owner or hospital instructions
  • Assist with guest check-in and check-out for boarding and daycare services
  • Interact with pet owners and provide friendly, professional customer service
  • Maintain hospital laundry and transport laundry between our facilities as needed
  • Provide animal care in both indoor and outdoor environments, rain or shine
  • Support the veterinary and hospital teams with additional tasks as needed

What You'll Bring:

• Genuine love of animals and commitment to their care and well-being
•  Dependable, organized, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment 
•  Comfortable working with dogs and cats of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments 
•  Strong communication and teamwork skills 
•  Previous animal care experience preferred, but not required 
•  Must be 18 years of age or older

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedules
• 401K with company match
• Training and career development