Kennel Attendant Jobs in Miami, FL

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 Associate Part-Time

  • Dania Beach, FL (20 miles from Miami, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dania Beach, FL (20 miles from Miami, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Are you compassionate about animals? Do you want to work for an organization with a great cause? Join our wonderful team of dedicated employees! The Humane Society of Broward County, Inc., is a...

Animal Care Attendant

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (24 miles from Miami, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (24 miles from Miami, FL)
  • 2 days ago

The successful candidate will share our commitment to delivering exceptional service to our loyal clientele and the highest quality care to their boarded and hospitalized pets. Responsibilities...

Kennel supervisor

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (24 miles from Miami, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (24 miles from Miami, FL)
  • 4 days ago

We are seeking a highly experienced Animal Care Professional to join our leadership team as Animal Care Supervisor....

Kennel Attendant

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (24 miles from Miami, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (24 miles from Miami, FL)
  • 7 days ago

WE URGENTLY NEED...An honest, trustworthy, hard working person with experience working with large groups of dogs, to work at an established dog boarding kennel-shelter in Davie. This is a...

Patient Care Attendant

  • Cooper City, FL (20 miles from Miami, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cooper City, FL (20 miles from Miami, FL)
  • 90+ days ago

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

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Salary for Kennel Attendant Jobs in Miami, FL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kennel Attendant positions.



Highest Education Level

Kennel Attendants in Miami, FL 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 Miami, FL
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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