Kennel Attendant Jobs in Lancaster, 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 Assistant

  • Grand Prairie, TX (16 miles from Lancaster, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX (16 miles from Lancaster, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Job Description Cares for pets in animal hospital facilities. Feeds and waters animals according to schedules. Controls and restrains animals as required. Cleans, changes, and disinfects cages,...

Kennel Attendant - Carrollton, TX

  • Carrollton, TX (23 miles from Lancaster, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Carrollton, TX (23 miles from Lancaster, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Kennel Assistant Qualifications: High school diploma or GED required Prior animal handling experience is a plus, but not requiredwere happy to train the right candidate!...

Housekeeping Attendant, Animal Resource Center

  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Lancaster, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Lancaster, TX)
  • 5 days ago

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN? With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and...

Animal Care Attendant

  • Addison, TX (23 miles from Lancaster, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Addison, TX (23 miles from Lancaster, TX)
  • 6 days ago

Professional animal care/kennel experience preferred. Displays a professional manner at all times. Entry Level role. High school/ College/ Teenagers 16+ encouraged to apply....

Animal Keeper I - (Dallas Animal Services) (Civil Service)

  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Lancaster, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Lancaster, TX)
  • 6 days ago

Job Description Overview The Animal Keeper I performs general animal care and keeping duties for the department....

Kennel Assistant

  • Grand Prairie, TX (16 miles from Lancaster, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX (16 miles from Lancaster, TX)
  • 6 days ago

Cares for pets in animal hospital facilities. Feeds and waters animals according to schedules. Controls and restrains animals as required. Cleans, changes, and disinfects cages, pens, yards;...

Kennel Assistant

  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Lancaster, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Lancaster, TX)
  • 6 days ago

Kennel Assistant Department: Boarding Employment Type: Part Time Location: Dallas, Texas Description Join our amazing team as our newest Kennel Assistant! You'll love the day-to-day care of...

Kennel Technician

  • Desoto, TX (6 miles from Lancaster, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Desoto, TX (6 miles from Lancaster, TX)
  • 10 days ago

Assists Animal Control Officer in the process of unloading animals, tagging animals, handling feral and vicious animals humanely, and determining in which kennel animals should be placed....

Animal Care Attendant, Animal Resource Center

  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Lancaster, TX)
  • 11 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Lancaster, TX)
  • 11 days ago

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN? With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and...

Kennel Assistant

  • Garland, TX (22 miles from Lancaster, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Garland, TX (22 miles from Lancaster, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Kennel Assistant Department: Boarding Employment Type: Full Time Location: Garland, Texas Description Join our amazing team as our newest Kennel Assistant! You'll love the day-to-day care of...

Part-Time Seasonal Kennel Technician

  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Lancaster, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Lancaster, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

Part-Time Seasonal Kennel Technician Department: Boarding Employment Type: Seasonal - Part Time Location: Dallas, Texas Compensation: $16.00 - $18.00 / hour Description Join our amazing team as...

Kennel Technician

  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Lancaster, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Lancaster, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

Kennel Technician Department: Boarding Employment Type: Seasonal - Part Time Location: Dallas, Texas Compensation: $15.00 / hour Description Metro Paws in White Rock is redefining veterinary...

Part-Time Kennel Assistant

  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Lancaster, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Dallas, TX (11 miles from Lancaster, TX)
  • 60+ days ago

Part-Time Kennel Assistant Department: Boarding Employment Type: Part Time Location: Dallas, Texas Compensation: $16.00 - $18.00 / hour Description Join our amazing team as our newest Part-Time...

Animal Shelter Attendant

  • Lancaster, TX (3 miles from Lancaster, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lancaster, TX (3 miles from Lancaster, TX)
  • 60+ days ago

To perform a variety of duties involved in enforcing City and state laws governing the care and upkeep of animals in the City and to impound, care for, and dispose of animals as appropriate....

Animal Shelter Attendant

  • Waxahachie, TX (21 miles from Lancaster, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Waxahachie, TX (21 miles from Lancaster, TX)
  • 60+ days ago

State regulations on daily animal care and sheltering work to include preparation of required reports....

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Salary for Kennel Attendant Jobs in Lancaster, TX

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kennel Attendant positions.



Highest Education Level

Kennel Attendants in Lancaster, 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
2.9%
Doctorate Degree
1.3%

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