Kennel Attendant Jobs in Colorado

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 Supervisor

  • Thornton, CO
  • 16 hours ago
  • Thornton, CO
  • 16 hours ago

ensure their well being Monitoring the cleanliness of kennels to ensure that they are properly cleaned and sanitized Ensuring that all kennel staff members are complying with regulations regarding animal...

Animal Care Attendant

  • Boulder, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Boulder, CO
  • 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....

Kennel Assistant

  • Boulder, CO
  • 8 days ago
  • Boulder, CO
  • 8 days ago

The Kennel Assistant is responsible for providing a clean, efficient and healthy environment for the animals being treated or boarded at the hospital. A day in the life of a Kennel Assistant:...

Kennel Assistant (PT)

  • Loveland, CO
  • 9 days ago
  • Loveland, CO
  • 9 days ago

Happy Trails Pet Spa and Resort offers pet services including dog daycare, dog and cat boarding, and grooming. We serve Northern Colorado and we are conveniently located between Loveland, Windsor,...

Kennel Assistant

  • Highlands Ranch, CO
  • 9 days ago
  • Highlands Ranch, CO
  • 9 days ago

Leash walking dogs. Supervising daily playtime with the day care and boarding dogs. Feeding and caring for dogs and cats while they are boarding....

Daycare & Boarding Kennel Attendant

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 10 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 10 days ago

Position Overview: The Kennel Assistant supports and adds value to an efficient organization dedicated to quality care and exceptional service. This position supports veterinarians and technicians...

DEN - Dog Park Attendant

  • Denver, CO
  • 11 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 11 days ago

We are looking for Dog Park Attendant to provide an unparalleled social experience for our two and four-legged guests! Who You Are: You are someone who loves people and wants to create an amazing...

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Salary for Kennel Attendant Jobs in Colorado

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kennel Attendant positions.



Highest Education Level

Kennel Attendants in Colorado 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 Colorado
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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