Kennel Assistant

All Creatures Veterinary Center; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 13,776 - 17,908; Part time

Job summary

All Creatures Veterinary Center is hiring a part‑time Kennel Assistant to join our team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff. You will help ensure animals receive excellent care during their stay and support our high standards of animal care and customer service.

Expect professional development opportunities while working in a supportive environment. Schedule includes part‑time weekday afternoons 3 PM–6:30 PM and weekend shifts, with compensation ranging from $10 to $13 per hour

Qualifications

• Passion for animals and their well‑being.
• Ability to multi‑task efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the health and comfort of animals, recognize and respond to emergency situations, and report health concerns.
• Document treatments, activities, and observations.
• Walk dogs in all weather conditions.
• Feed and provide scheduled fresh water to dogs and cats.
• Maintain cleanliness by washing dishes, bowls, litter boxes, kennels, and cages.
• Change and replace soiled bedding and manage laundry tasks.
• Bathe animals as necessary before discharge.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in animal housing, food preparation, and laundry areas.
• Administer oral and topical medications, including flea and tick treatments.
• Assist with checking in and out boarding patients, ensuring proper labeling and ID collars.
• Identify and alleviate stress in boarding animals through interactive play and mental stimulation.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

All Creatures Veterinary Center is hiring a part‑time Kennel Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!

What to Expect

• Professional development opportunities

Salary: $10‑$13 dependent on experience and skills

Schedule: Part‑Time, Weekday Afternoons 3 PM‑6:30 PM, Weekends 2‑4 hour shifts

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor the health and comfort of animals, recognize and respond to emergency situations, and report health concerns.
• Document treatments, activities, and observations.
• Walk dogs in all weather conditions.
• Feed and provide scheduled fresh water to dogs and cats.
• Maintain cleanliness by washing dishes, bowls, litter boxes, kennels, and cages.
• Change and replace soiled bedding and manage laundry tasks.
• Bathe animals as necessary before discharge.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in animal housing, food preparation, and laundry areas.
• Administer oral and topical medications, including flea and tick treatments.
• Assist with checking in and out boarding patients, ensuring proper labeling and ID collars.
• Identify and alleviate stress in boarding animals through interactive play and mental stimulation.

Qualifications

• Passion for animals and their well‑being
• Ability to multi‑task efficiently in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail