Kennel Attendant Jobs in Arkansas

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.

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This job involves cleaning, laundry, bathing, feeding, walking dogs, and medicating....

Eastside Animal Hospital

Veterinary Kennel Technician

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Part-Time Animal Keeper - Reptiles

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 6 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 6 days ago

Little Rock Zoo Part-Time Animal Keeper - Reptiles The Little Rock Zoo and the City of Little Rock is seeking a qualified individual to fill a Part-Time Animal Keeper for Reptiles. This position...

Animal Care Technician- Part Time

  • Sherwood, AR
  • 90+ days ago
  • Sherwood, AR
  • 90+ days ago

Working knowledge of animal handling, restraint, and animal behavior. Have an understanding of disease control and prevention....

Demographic Data for Arkansas

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Salary for Kennel Attendant Jobs in Arkansas

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireVeterinary research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kennel Attendant positions.



Highest Education Level

Kennel Attendants in Arkansas offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.9%
Bachelor's Degree
27.0%
Associate's Degree
16.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.6%
Some College
3.4%
Some High School
3.3%
Master's Degree
2.9%
Doctorate Degree
1.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Kennel Attendants in Arkansas
Less than 1 year
47.4%
None
18.5%
1-2 years
17.5%
2-4 years
14.3%
4-6 years
1.7%
6-8 years
0.8%


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