Kennel Attendant Jobs
A Kennel Attendant primarily provides care for animals in a boarding or veterinary facility. Their duties may involve feeding, grooming, and exercising animals, cleaning cages and kennels, monitoring animals for signs of illness or distress, and providing comfort to anxious or distressed animals. They also maintain records of the animals' care, behavior, and any significant changes. They may also be tasked with administrative duties such as taking bookings, managing the kennel's schedule, and handling customer inquiries and complaints. In a veterinary facility, they may assist veterinarians or vet technicians in providing medical care.
Important skills for a Kennel Attendant include physical fitness, patience, good communication skills, and a genuine love for animals. They should be comfortable handling animals of all sizes and temperaments, and should have a basic understanding of animal behavior and care. A high school diploma or equivalent is typically required, and some facilities may require certification in pet CPR and First Aid. Previous experience with animal care, such as volunteering at an animal shelter, working as a pet sitter or dog walker, or even pet ownership, can be beneficial. Previous roles may also include customer service or administrative roles, as these can provide valuable skills for managing the administrative side of the job.
- TLC Animal Hospital
- Houston, TX
- 2 days ago
- TLC Animal Hospital
- Houston, TX
- 2 days ago
All applicants must have strong customer service, animal care, and multi-tasking skills....
- Ox Bottom Animal Hospital
- Tallahassee, FL
- 2 days ago
- Ox Bottom Animal Hospital
- Tallahassee, FL
- 2 days ago
Company Description Ox Bottom Animal Hospital is a locally owned, full service companion animal hospital that provides quality veterinary service to Tallahassee, Florida and the surrounding areas....
- Moffett Road Veterinary Clinic
- Mobile, AL
- 6 days ago
- Moffett Road Veterinary Clinic
- Mobile, AL
- 6 days ago
Company Description At Moffett Veterinary Hospital we provide a wide range of services for dogs and cats from preventive care, surgery including general surgery and some orthopedics, routine...
- Cumberland Animal Clinic
- Havana, FL
- 6 days ago
- Cumberland Animal Clinic
- Havana, FL
- 6 days ago
Company Description Cumberland Animal Clinic has been providing exceptional veterinary service to Havana, Florida and the nearby Tallahassee community since 1974. We offer all the luxuries of a...
- Alliance Animal Health
- Indianapolis, IN
- 9 days ago
- Alliance Animal Health
- Indianapolis, IN
- 9 days ago
Company Description Join the dedicated team at Paw Patch Veterinary Hospital, where we've been providing exceptional pet care since 1984 under the leadership of Dr. Erik Tysklind. Our team is now...
Veterinary Assistant/Kennel Technician
- Kent Veterinary Clinic
- Amite, LA
- 9 days ago
- Kent Veterinary Clinic
- Amite, LA
- 9 days ago
Company Description Kent Veterinary Clinic provides full-service diagnostics, surgical care, dental procedures, for treatment of small companion animals. We have a full range of laboratory,...
POSITION INFORMATION: The physical work location is the Henderson Animal Care and Control Facility located at 300 E Galleria Drive, Henderson, NV, 89011....
- West Villa Animal Hospital
- Kearney, NE
- 14 days ago
- West Villa Animal Hospital
- Kearney, NE
- 14 days ago
Company Description West Villa Animal Hospital of Kearney is a well-established, progressive, fast paced 2.5 doctor small animal hospital located in Kearney, Nebraska. We offer many services to...
- Shenandoah Veterinary Hospital
- Martinsburg, WV
- 14 days ago
- Shenandoah Veterinary Hospital
- Martinsburg, WV
- 14 days ago
Company Description Established in 1974, Shenandoah Veterinary Hospital has been happily serving the needs of our community's pets for over 35 years. Our practice was founded by Dr. K.W. Gilpin...
Join Our Team at Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care (PVESC) About Us: We are a large and expanding emergency and specialty veterinary practice located in beautiful Portland, Maine....
Ability to enforce Animal Care Facilities Act and division policies in a professional manner....
Position Overview: The Kennel Assistant supports and adds value to an efficient organization dedicated to quality care and exceptional service. This position supports veterinarians and technicians...
Position Overview: The Kennel Assistant supports and adds value to an efficient organization dedicated to quality care and exceptional service. This position supports veterinarians and technicians...
27, 2025 4.00% increase OPEN TO THE PUBLIC This recruitment is being held to establish an open eligible list to fill current and future Senior Animal Care Attendant positions within OC Animal Care....
Cedar Animal Hospital is proud to serve Richmond Hill, Georgia and surrounding areas. We are a full-service animal hospital providing veterinary care to dogs and cats and offer services such as...
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Kennel Attendants offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Kennel Attendant position
- Surgical Preparation
- Veterinary Assisting
- Small Animal Care
- Animal Restraint
- Kennel Duties
- Anesthesia Monitoring
- Microchipping
- Walking Dogs
- Large Animal Care
- Dog Behavior
- Digital Radiography
- Animal Welfare
- Kennel Cleaning
- Laser Therapy
- Dental Radiography
- Exotics
- Animal Care
- Pet Grooming
- Reptiles
- Animal Training
- Equine
- Bathing
- Blood Work
- Animal Handling
- Acupuncture
- Laundry
- Sample Collection
- Medication Administration
- Vaccine Administration
- Surgery
- Food Preparation
- Courteous
- Sanitation
- Dedication
- Wellness
- Patient Care
- Housekeeping
- Reception
- Health Care
- Background Checks
- High School Diploma
- Friendliness
- Events
- Documentation
- Education Experience
- Inventory Management
- Multitasking
- Teamwork
- Research Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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