Kennel Attendant Jobs in Evanston, IL

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 Attendant

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Medical Center & Lurie Clinic - Chicago, IL Position Type : Part Time Salary Range : Undisclosed Description Job Summary As a Kennel Cleaning Attendant at PAWS Chicago, you...

Seasonal Kennel Technician - NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED

  • Lake Barrington, IL (24 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lake Barrington, IL (24 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Tailchasers Seasonal Kennel Technician - NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED in Lake Barrington , Illinois Tailchasers Barrington Pet Resort in Lake Barrington, IL, is looking for a reliable, attentive, and...

Daytime Doggy Daycare Pen Attendant (Full-Time)

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 6 days ago

un Daytime Doggy Daycare Pen Attendant (Full-Time) (Edgewater) Bark Bark Club compensation: $17/hour employment type: job title: Pen Attendant Bark Bark Club Chicago, IL Doggy Daycare Pen...

Kennel Assistant

  • Deerfield, IL (12 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (12 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 17 days ago

You can execute basic kennel duties such as walking, feeding, bathing, trimming nails, and monitoring pets....

Kennel Assistant

  • Lombard, IL (20 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lombard, IL (20 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Job Description Carriage Animal Hospital in Lombard, Illinois is seeking to hire a Full-time Kennel Attendant to join our amazing team!...

Animal Care Attendant

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Animal Care Attendant locations BowWow Lounge- Chicago, IL time type Part time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id JR103631 Welcome to Destination Pet....

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Salary for Kennel Attendant Jobs in Evanston, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kennel Attendant positions.



Highest Education Level

Kennel Attendants in Evanston, IL 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 Evanston, IL
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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