Flexible Schedule Kennel Assistant - Pet Resort Care

Shores Animal Hospital; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Shores Animal Hospital in Gainesville, FL, is seeking a friendly Kennel Assistant to care for boarding and daycare pets, ensuring proper feeding, exercise, safety, and comfort. You will monitor animal behavior, notify the medical team of health concerns, and maintain a clean, sanitary environment across kennels and runs.

Strong communication, reliability, and physical stamina to lift 50+ lbs are required, with a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Love for animals and strong work ethic.
• Reliable and hardworking in fast-paced environments.
• Good communication and composure under stress.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and stay physically active.

Responsibilities

• Care for boarding and daycare pets with feeding, exercise, and attention.
• Monitor animal behavior and health; notify medical team of concerns.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kennels, runs, and surrounding areas.
• Support team by managing supplies and ensuring tasks are completed.

Skills

Love for animals

Reliability

Communication

Lifting 50+ lbs

Job description

Shores Animal Hospital in Gainesville, FL, is seeking a friendly Kennel Assistant to care for boarding and daycare pets, ensuring proper feeding, exercise, safety, and comfort. You will monitor animal behavior, notify the medical team of health concerns, and maintain a clean, sanitary environment across kennels and runs.

Strong communication, reliability, and physical stamina to lift 50+ lbs are required, with a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.