Compassionate Pet Care Attendant: Enrichment & Wellness

Giving Tree K9 Club - Falls Church LLC; Falls Church (VA); Sur place; USD 24 000 - 32 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Giving Tree Pets in Falls Church, VA is seeking a Pet Care Attendant to join our caring team. You will feed, walk, and care for dogs and other pets, following detailed care instructions and safety protocols to ensure comfort and wellbeing.

This role rewards reliability, compassion, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. You should be able to stay on your feet for long shifts and work some holidays and weekends; prior pet care experience helps, but training is provided in our supportive

Qualifications

• Compassionate and caring attitude towards animals.
• Ability to follow detailed care instructions and protocols.
• Good communication skills for reporting observations and concerns.
• Physical ability to perform tasks such as walking, cleaning, and lifting pets or supplies.
• Prior experience in pet care preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of basic pet health and safety practices is a plus.
• Reliable, responsible, and attentive to detail.

Responsabilités

• Feed pets according to their care instructions and dietary needs.
• Provide walks and exercise to promote physical activity and mental stimulation.
• Facilitate play and enrichment activities to ensure pets are engaged and happy.
• Clean kennels and pet areas regularly to maintain a hygienic environment.
• Monitor pets for changes in health, behavior, appetite, or overall well-being.
• Communicate promptly with management regarding any concerns or observations about pets' health or behavior.
• Assist with maintaining a safe, clean, and sanitary environment for pets and staff.

Connaissances

Compassionate attitude

Follow care instructions

Good communication

Physical endurance

Dog handling experience

Pet safety knowledge

Reliable and attentive

Description du poste

Giving Tree Pets in Falls Church, VA is seeking a Pet Care Attendant to join our caring team. You will feed, walk, and care for dogs and other pets, following detailed care instructions and safety protocols to ensure comfort and wellbeing.

This role rewards reliability, compassion, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. You should be able to stay on your feet for long shifts and work some holidays and weekends; prior pet care experience helps, but training is provided in our supportive