Kennel Attendant Jobs in Webster, 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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Animal Care Attendant Rice University

  • Houston, TX (20 miles from Webster, TX)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Houston, TX (20 miles from Webster, TX)
  • 13 hours ago

Care Attendant (ACA) provides janitorial services for the animal facility....

Dog Kennel Tech

  • Houston, TX (20 miles from Webster, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Houston, TX (20 miles from Webster, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Dog Kennel Tech (Houston) compensation: $8 + Looking for a kennel Tech. Duties include mop floors, clean crates, pick up poop, walk dogs, bathe dogs, feed dogs, keep place clean, occasionally we...

Kennel Technician

  • Houston, TX (20 miles from Webster, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Houston, TX (20 miles from Webster, TX)
  • 5 days ago

WE ARE LOOKING FOR THE BEST CANDIDATE TO JOIN OUR TEAM. WE ARE DEDICATED TO PROVIDING TOP- NOTCH CARE FOR PETS IN A SAFE AND LOVING ENVIRONMENT. THIS POSITION IS RESPONSIBLE FOR TAKING CARE OF...

Animal Care Attendant

  • League City, TX (4 miles from Webster, TX)
  • 20 days ago
  • League City, TX (4 miles from Webster, TX)
  • 20 days ago

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

Kennel Assistant (PT)

  • Houston, TX (20 miles from Webster, TX)
  • 20 days ago
  • Houston, TX (20 miles from Webster, TX)
  • 20 days ago

Lakeside Veterinary Hospital is located in Houston, Texas and has been serving the community for the past 43 years. We are a full-service animal hospital providing veterinary care to dogs and cats...

Animal Care Attendant

  • Missouri City, TX (23 miles from Webster, TX)
  • 29 days ago
  • Missouri City, TX (23 miles from Webster, TX)
  • 29 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....

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Salary for Kennel Attendant Jobs in Webster, TX

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kennel Attendant positions.



Highest Education Level

Kennel Attendants in Webster, TX offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.0%
Bachelor's Degree
26.9%
Associate's Degree
16.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.6%
Some College
3.5%
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 Webster, 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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