Kennel Attendant Jobs in Fort Worth, TX

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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Kennel tech

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 22 hours ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 22 hours ago

We are seeking an experienced Animal Care Attendant to join our team....

Kennel Technician

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 4 days ago

The purpose of this position is to provide care for animals that enter the shelter and to provide customer service to citizens with their Animal Service's needs. This is accomplished by feeding,...

Experienced Kennel Technician

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 9 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 9 days ago

Competencies: Organization Multitasking Communicating Qualifications: High school diploma or GED Previous boarding and animal handling experience Some experience working at a kennel or animal hospital...

Lab Animal Attendant - Hourly

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 16 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 16 days ago

DLAM has a dedicated and experienced staff that contributes to the HSC's exemplary program of animal care and use....

Lead Animal Care Attendant

  • Colleyville, TX (15 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 17 days ago
  • Colleyville, TX (15 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 17 days ago

Assists General Manager in overseeing additional animal care staff in regard to scheduling, coaching, training, and complaints Supervises assigned shifts and works with Animal Care Attendants to maintain...

Kennel Assistant

  • South Lake, TX (18 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 18 days ago
  • South Lake, TX (18 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 18 days ago

Golden Triangle Animal Hospital is located just right outside of Dallas in Southlake, Texas. We are an AAHA accredited hospital providing veterinary care to dogs and cats. Golden Triangle Animal...

Kennel Assistant (PT)

  • Flower Mound, TX (23 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 26 days ago
  • Flower Mound, TX (23 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 26 days ago

South Flower Mound Animal Hospital is located in Flower Mound, TX and has been serving the community for 23 years. We are a full-service animal hospital providing veterinary care to dogs and cats...

Patient Care Attendant

  • Flower Mound, TX (23 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 29 days ago
  • Flower Mound, TX (23 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 29 days ago

The successful candidate will share our commitment to delivering exceptional service to our loyal clientele and the highest quality care to their boarded and hospitalized pets. Responsibilities...

Storeroom Attendant

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Mostrar mas Ultima actualizacion: hace mas de 30 dias Oferta promocionada Animal Care Attendant CityVet Fort Worth, TX, US A tiempo completo At CityVet, we believe healthy pets start with happy people.It...

Animal Care Attendant

  • Bedford, TX (13 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Bedford, TX (13 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 60+ days ago

The successful candidate will share our commitment to delivering exceptional service to our loyal clientele and the highest quality care to their boarded and hospitalized pets. Responsibilities...

Texas Nature Traders Attendant (Part Time Weekends)

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 60+ days ago

Work Schedule: Saturday and Sunday 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Summary: Assist education coordinators with all aspects of educational programming. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Assist with...

Animal Care Attendant

  • Flower Mound, TX (23 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Flower Mound, TX (23 miles from Fort Worth, TX)
  • 60+ days ago

We are looking to add an Animal Care Attendant to our team at Canine Courtyard REPORTS TO: General Manager PERKS: PT Health insurance, PT mental Health, PT telehealth....

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Salary for Kennel Attendant Jobs in Fort Worth, TX

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kennel Attendant positions.



Highest Education Level

Kennel Attendants in Fort Worth, TX 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
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
1.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Kennel Attendants in Fort Worth, TX
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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