Compassionate Kennel Attendant for Pet Boarding & Care

Animal & Bird Clinic of Mission Viejo; Mission Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition Support Program

Referral bonuses

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Vision coverage

Employee pet discounts

Six paid holidays

Job summary

Animal & Bird Clinic of Mission Viejo is seeking an Experienced Kennel Attendant to care for boarded pets, maintain clean kennels, and support a busy veterinary team.

In this hands-on role, you’ll feed, walk, bathe, and monitor animal well-being, keep areas sanitary, and help ensure a calm, welcoming environment for pets and their families. The team values dependable, compassionate care with growth opportunities and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for dogs or boarded pets preferred.
• Ability to follow animal-care instructions and safety protocols.
• Strong customer service and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to work weekends and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for boarded pets, including feeding, walking, and exercising
• Maintain clean kennels and hospital spaces
• Assist with cleaning and disinfecting throughout the hospital
• Monitor pets for health or behavioral changes and report concerns
• Provide friendly service to pet owners
• Help care for boarders on weekends and holidays

Skills

Pet care experience

Team player

Reliable

Willing to work weekends

Job description

Animal & Bird Clinic of Mission Viejo is seeking an Experienced Kennel Attendant to care for boarded pets, maintain clean kennels, and support a busy veterinary team.

In this hands-on role, you’ll feed, walk, bathe, and monitor animal well-being, keep areas sanitary, and help ensure a calm, welcoming environment for pets and their families. The team values dependable, compassionate care with growth opportunities and employee discounts.