Compassionate Kennel & Pet Care Assistant (Weekend)

Mission Pet Health; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Pet Health in Oklahoma City is seeking a dedicated Kennel Assistant to care for boarding and daycare pets. You’ll help with feeding, exercise, and daily enrichment to keep animals safe and comfortable.

You’ll monitor behavior, report concerns to the veterinary team, and uphold rigorous cleanliness across kennels, runs, and outdoor spaces. This role requires physical stamina and reliability, with weekend availability.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate animal care.
• Strong communication skills for team and client interactions.
• Physically able to lift 50+ lbs and stay on the move.
• Experience with kennel or pet-care duties is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized care for boarding and daycare pets, including feeding and exercise.
• Monitor animal health and behavior, reporting concerns to the medical team.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kennels, runs, and outdoor areas.
• Assist with inventory and ensure smooth day-to-day operations in the resort.

Skills

Animal handling

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Team collaboration

Job description

Mission Pet Health in Oklahoma City is seeking a dedicated Kennel Assistant to care for boarding and daycare pets. You’ll help with feeding, exercise, and daily enrichment to keep animals safe and comfortable.

You’ll monitor behavior, report concerns to the veterinary team, and uphold rigorous cleanliness across kennels, runs, and outdoor spaces. This role requires physical stamina and reliability, with weekend availability.