Kennel Attendant Jobs in North Bergen, NJ

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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Veterinary Kennel Technician

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

Kennel Assistant

  • Mamaroneck, NY (18 miles from North Bergen, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Mamaroneck, NY (18 miles from North Bergen, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

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...

Kennel Assistant

  • Rye, NY (21 miles from North Bergen, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Rye, NY (21 miles from North Bergen, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners....

Animal Attendant County of Bergen Department of Health Services Division of Animal Services

  • Hackensack, NJ (6 miles from North Bergen, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hackensack, NJ (6 miles from North Bergen, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Animal Attendant - County of Bergen Department of Health Services - Division of Animal Services Under direction, cares for, feeds and grooms' dogs, cats, and other animals; does related work as...

Wild Animal Keeper, Ornithology

  • Bronx, NY (5 miles from North Bergen, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bronx, NY (5 miles from North Bergen, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Wildlife Conservation Society: Bronx Zoo WCS's goal is to conserve the world's largest wild places in 14 priority regions, home to more than 50% of the world's biodiversity. The challenges are...

Senior Wild Animal Keeper, Aquarist

  • Brooklyn, NY (6 miles from North Bergen, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (6 miles from North Bergen, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

Wildlife Conservation Society: New York Aquarium WCS's goal is to conserve the world's largest wild places in 14 priority regions, home to more than 50% of the world's biodiversity. The challenges...

Seasonal Ambassador Animal Keeper

  • Staten Island, NY (12 miles from North Bergen, NJ)
  • 17 days ago
  • Staten Island, NY (12 miles from North Bergen, NJ)
  • 17 days ago

Staten Island Zoo Seasonal Ambassador Animal Keeper The Seasonal Ambassador Animal Keeper is responsible for the care of the ambassador animals at the Staten Island Zoo when the full-time...

Provisional Wild Animal Keeper, Ornithology

  • Bronx, NY (5 miles from North Bergen, NJ)
  • 19 days ago
  • Bronx, NY (5 miles from North Bergen, NJ)
  • 19 days ago

Job Description About Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS): WCS stands for wildlife and wild places. As the world's premier wildlife conservation organization, WCS has a long track record of...

Senior Wild Animal Keeper

  • New York, NY (3 miles from North Bergen, NJ)
  • 19 days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from North Bergen, NJ)
  • 19 days ago

Job Description About Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) WCS stands for wildlife and wild places. As the world's premier wildlife conservation organization, WCS has a long track record of...

Provisional Wild Animal Keeper

  • New York, NY (3 miles from North Bergen, NJ)
  • 19 days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from North Bergen, NJ)
  • 19 days ago

Position Summary To provide excellent animal care and enhance the visitor experience....

Kennel Assistant

  • New York, NY (3 miles from North Bergen, NJ)
  • 24 days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from North Bergen, NJ)
  • 24 days ago

care in a large Dog and Cat boarding facility....

Animal Care Attendant

  • New York, NY (3 miles from North Bergen, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from North Bergen, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

We are looking to add an Animal Care Attendant to our team at NY Dog Spa + Hotel 20th!...

Wild Animal Keeper, Mammals

  • Bronx, NY (5 miles from North Bergen, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bronx, NY (5 miles from North Bergen, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

care staff, OR an equivalent combination of education or experience including internships at related animal care facilities....

Provisional Wild Animal Keeper, Mammals

  • Bronx, NY (5 miles from North Bergen, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bronx, NY (5 miles from North Bergen, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

Job Description About Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) WCS stands for wildlife and wild places. As the world's premier wildlife conservation organization, WCS has a long track record of...

Cage Washer/Animal Attendant New York University

  • New York, NY (3 miles from North Bergen, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from North Bergen, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

Cage Washer/Animal Attendant US-NY-New York Job ID: 2025-14561 Type: Office of the Vice Provost for Research (WS1763) # of Openings: 1 Category: Health Services New York University Overview...

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Salary for Kennel Attendant Jobs in North Bergen, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Kennel Attendants in North Bergen, NJ 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 North Bergen, NJ
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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