Kennel Attendant Jobs in California

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 Attendant

  • Napa, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Napa, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Experience on a ranch, farm, or with a humane society performing animal care and kennel work is considered qualifying....

Animal Care Associate

  • Hollister, CA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Hollister, CA
  • 17 hours ago

JOB SUMMARY We are seeking Animal Care Associates for our Breed Department in Hollister, CA. As an Animal Care Associate, you will perform routine animal husbandry and other production duties....

Dog Daycare Day Attendant

  • Eureka, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Eureka, CA
  • 22 hours ago

Hiring two half time positions that could be more depending on schedule. Also hiring for an evening cleaner. Please reapply if you didn't hear back when we posted before. Shifts are 6 hrs blocks...

Kennel Help - Mornings

  • Clayton, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Clayton, CA
  • 1 day ago

Do you LOVE dogs and love the outdoors? Camp Four Paws is a fast paced doggie daycare and lodging facility located in rural Clayton. We are looking for someone with a huge love of dogs, a...

Kennel Assistant / Dog Lover / Care giver

  • Glendale, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Glendale, CA
  • 1 day ago

Dog Resort Glendale is seeking kennel attendants to join our team. We are looking for candidates who are proactive, self-motivated, and dedicated....

Animal Care Attendant

  • Oceanside, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Oceanside, CA
  • 1 day 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....

Dog yard attendant.. LOOKING TO HIRE ASAP

  • Acton, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Acton, CA
  • 2 days ago

The company provides animal care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week....

Kennel Technician

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago

ACCESS San Fernando Valley is seeking a Kennel Technician to join our team! Pay Range : $18 - $21/hr depending upon experience + shift differentials We invest heavily in our employees with many...

Kennel Attendant

  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago

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

Kennel Assistant -Santa Paul Animal Rescue Center

  • Santa Paula, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Santa Paula, CA
  • 5 days ago

un KENNEL ASSISTANT -SANTA PAUL ANIMAL RESCUE CENTER (Santa Paula) SANTA PAULA ANIMAL RESCUE CENTER image 1 of 6 Santa Barbara compensation: $16/ hour starting employment type: job title: Kennel...

Animal Shelter Attendant FT / PT

  • San Pablo, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Pablo, CA
  • 5 days ago

care for the animal residents, as well as many miscellaneous tasks such as laundry, restocking supplies, bathing animals, showing animals to the public, walking dogs, and/or socializing cats/dogs....

Veterinary Kennel Assistant

  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 5 days ago

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

Animal Care Attendant I

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 8 days ago

General Summary: The Animal Care Attendant I is an entry-level position in the Animal Care Department....

Kennel Attendant

  • Tehachapi, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Tehachapi, CA
  • 9 days ago

Position at Tehachapi Veterinary Hospital Tehachapi Pet Lodge at the Tehachapi Veterinary Hospital is hiring immediately for a Kennel Attendant to join our team!...

Part-Time Kennel Attendant

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 11 days ago

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

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Salary for Kennel Attendant Jobs in California

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kennel Attendant positions.



Highest Education Level

Kennel Attendants in California offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.1%
Bachelor's Degree
26.8%
Associate's Degree
16.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.6%
Some College
3.5%
Some High School
3.4%
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 California
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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