Kennel Assistant - Full-Time

Animal Wellness Center
Bossier City, Louisiana
Full Time

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Department: Boarding

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Bossier City, Louisiana

Compensation: $10.00 - $13.00 / hour

Description Are you passionate about animal care and looking for a rewarding career in veterinary medicine? Join our amazing team as our newest Kennel Assistant! We are seeking a dependable, compassionate, and hardworking individual who loves caring for pets and thrives in a fast-paced veterinary environment.
As a Kennel Assistant, youll play an important role in providing exceptional care to our hospitalized patients and boarding pets while supporting our veterinary team in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming facility.
Some of the responsibilities you will own in this role:

Provide daily care for hospitalized patients and boarding pets
Feed, water, and monitor pets for comfort and well-being
Walk dogs and assist with exercise and enrichment activities
Bathe pets and maintain cleanliness and hygiene
Clean kennels, treatment areas, laundry, and hospital spaces
Monitor pets for changes in behavior, appetite, or health concerns
Safely handle dogs and cats of various sizes and temperaments
Support veterinarians and veterinary technicians as needed
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary hospital environment

What You'll Bring:

Passion for animal care and client service
Ability to work in a fast-paced veterinary or boarding environment
Strong attention to detail and reliability
Comfortable standing, walking, lifting, and working around animals throughout the day
Team-oriented mindset with excellent communication skills
Previous kennel, boarding, daycare, or veterinary experience is a plus, but not required

Benefits: We offer a supportive, team-oriented environment where you can grow your career in veterinary medicine while making a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families.