Job Description

MUST LOVE DOGS, CATS AND ALL FRIENDS FURRY OR FEATHERED!!

We are seeking Kennel Attendants for Full and Part time positions.

If you have the love and the passion for working with dogs, and a little poop, drool and some doggy hair doesn't phase you in the least- this could be the job for you! 

Job Description Specific Duties include, but are not limited to: 

• Feeding Meals
• Administering medications as needed
• Walking Dogs 
• Assisting with overall maintenance of the facility
• Cleaning;
• Laundry
• Dishes
• Scrubbing Kennels/Runs/Suites etc
• Taking out Trash
• Using enrichment with the dogs (Toys, puzzle feeders, snuffle mats)
• Spend extra time playing with pets outside their rooms (Fetch, long walks, belly rubs)
• Basic grooming (Bathing and Nail Trims)
• And of course Scooping Poop

 

Specific Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time both indoors and outdoors 
• (Able to be physically active from beginning to end of shift)
• Lifting is required (50+lbs)
• Ability to work and operate without your cell phone
• Ability to walk two dogs at the same time
• Work with small and large dogs various breeds, sizes and activity levels
• Have a confident and patient demeanor
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work well within a team environment
• Ability to multitask and operate in a fast paced environment
• Basic computer and phone skills
• Guest service skills
• Of course you MUST love animals! 

Experience is Required:

Education: Preferred 2 year degree in Zoological or Animal Science 

OR

Experience: Min 1 year previous paid/working experience in a Kennel, Vet Office, Zoological or other similar positions.

Professional references may be requested.

Personal Pet care will not be considered as experience.

Average pay is based on experience and ranges between $15.50- $18.00 per/hr 

Job Types: Full-time or Part-time 

Must be Available to work Weekends and Holidays

Must have open availability morning, afternoon and evenings

Must be able and willing to walk dogs that are 90+ Pounds or 2 dogs at the same time

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Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Work experience placement, Work at office, Shift work, Weekend work, Day shift, Afternoon shift,

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