Kennel Attendant Jobs
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.
- Wolftever Pet Wellness Group
- Harrison, TN
- 9 hours ago
- Wolftever Pet Wellness Group
- Harrison, TN
- 9 hours ago
Company Description Wolftever Pet Wellness Group understands the strong bond that you share with your pets. We know that pets are a vital member of your family because we are pet parents too. When...
- City Veterinary Care
- New York, NY
- 8 days ago
- City Veterinary Care
- New York, NY
- 8 days ago
Company Description City Veterinary Care is committed to helping all of New York City's dogs and cats. We operate a non-profit organization, The Toby Project, the objective of which is to...
- West Villa Animal Hospital
- Kearney, NE
- 8 days ago
- West Villa Animal Hospital
- Kearney, NE
- 8 days ago
Company Description West Villa Animal Hospital of Kearney is a well-established, progressive, fast paced 2.5 doctor small animal hospital located in Kearney, Nebraska. We offer many services to...
Veterinary Assistant/Kennel Technician
- Kent Veterinary Clinic
- Amite, LA
- 8 days ago
- Kent Veterinary Clinic
- Amite, LA
- 8 days ago
Company Description Kent Veterinary Clinic provides full-service diagnostics, surgical care, dental procedures, for treatment of small companion animals. We have a full range of laboratory,...
- Swansboro Animal Hospital
- Swansboro, NC
- 8 days ago
- Swansboro Animal Hospital
- Swansboro, NC
- 8 days ago
Company Description Swansboro Animal Hospital Emergency and Trauma Center is a company in Swansboro, NC. We are rewarding, collaborative, engaging and our goal is to provide high quality medicine...
- Troy Veterinary Clinic
- Troy, MO
- 8 days ago
- Troy Veterinary Clinic
- Troy, MO
- 8 days ago
Company Description For more than 60 years the Troy & Wentzville Veterinary Clinics have been helping the people of Troy, Wentzville, Moscow Mills, Cave, Flint Hill, New Melle, and throughout...
- Culbreth Carr Watson Animal Clinic
- Rome, GA
- 8 days ago
- Culbreth Carr Watson Animal Clinic
- Rome, GA
- 8 days ago
Company Description Culbreth Carr Watson Animal Clinic is a well-established, progressive, fast-paced, multi-doctor, primarily small animal practice located in Rome GA. We offer many services to...
- Paws and Claws Animal Hospital
- Wilmington, NC
- 8 days ago
- Paws and Claws Animal Hospital
- Wilmington, NC
- 8 days ago
Company Description Paws & Claws Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary clinic located in Wilmington, NC that cares for cats and dogs, as well as all kinds of exotic animals and local...
- Rogers County Pet Hospital
- Claremore, OK
- 8 days ago
- Rogers County Pet Hospital
- Claremore, OK
- 8 days ago
Company Description Rogers County Pet Hospital is a full-service hospital with state-of-the-art ultrasound and endoscopy equipment and an in-house laboratory for diagnostics. Our on-site digital...
- Shenandoah Veterinary Hospital
- Martinsburg, WV
- 8 days ago
- Shenandoah Veterinary Hospital
- Martinsburg, WV
- 8 days ago
Company Description Established in 1974, Shenandoah Veterinary Hospital has been happily serving the needs of our community's pets for over 35 years. Our practice was founded by Dr. K.W. Gilpin...
- Fairlea Animal Hospital
- Lewisburg, WV
- 8 days ago
- Fairlea Animal Hospital
- Lewisburg, WV
- 8 days ago
Company Description Fairlea Animal Hospital is proud to serve Lewisburg and surrounding areas. We are dedicated to providing the highest level of veterinary medicine along with friendly,...
- Franklin Animal Clinic
- Franklin, IN
- 8 days ago
- Franklin Animal Clinic
- Franklin, IN
- 8 days ago
Company Description Franklin Animal Clinic is a well-established, progressive, fast paced 6 doctor small animal practice located in Franklin, IN. We offer many services to provide the best...
- Plum Creek Regional Animal Medical Center
- Crete, IL
- 8 days ago
- Plum Creek Regional Animal Medical Center
- Crete, IL
- 8 days ago
Company Description Plum Creek Regional Animal Medical Center is a well-established, progressive, fast-paced 3 doctor small animal practice with a near-by outpatient clinic. Plum Creek offers many...
Kennel Assistant and Janitorial Maintenance
- Hurricane Animal Hospital
- Hurricane, WV
- 12 days ago
- Hurricane Animal Hospital
- Hurricane, WV
- 12 days ago
Other veterinary assisting requirements will include walking dogs, some pet grooming, nail trimming, and implanting microchips....
cleaning, and mopping Qualifications: Experience working with animals Ability to lift 40 pounds Strong work ethic Team player with a can-do attitude Excellent communication and interpersonal skills...
Kennel Attendant Online Courses and Training Opportunities
Salary for Kennel Attendant Jobs Nationwide
Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kennel Attendant positions.
Highest Education Level
Kennel Attendants offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Kennel Attendant position
- Nail Trimming
- Veterinary Assisting
- Kennel Duties
- Animal Restraint
- Small Animal Care
- Anesthesia Monitoring
- Walking Dogs
- Exotics
- Large Animal Care
- Microchipping
- Dog Behavior
- Animal Welfare
- Kennel Cleaning
- Laser Therapy
- Animal Care
- Reptiles
- Equine
- Animal Training
- Cytology
- Preventive Medicine
- Pet Grooming
- IDEXX Cornerstone Practice Management System
- Bathing
- Animal Handling
- Acupuncture
- Laundry
- Infectious Disease
- Medication Administration
- Autoclave
- Surgery
- Food Preparation
- Sanitation
- Dedication
- Patient Care
- Wellness
- Housekeeping
- Health Care
- Reception
- Recordkeeping
- Accounts Payable
- Background Checks
- High School Diploma
- Education Experience
- Events
- Collaboration
- Inventory Management
- Multitasking
- Regulations
- Teamwork
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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