Kennel Assistant

Lakefield Veterinary Group; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakefield Veterinary Group in Duluth, GA is seeking a Kennel Assistant to deliver high-standard care for all pet guests. You will feed, clean, exercise, and monitor pets to ensure a safe, comfortable boarding experience.

Ideal candidates have experience in animal care, strong communication, and a team-oriented attitude. This role requires flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Experience in animal care with dogs and cats.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a team and handle multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect cages, pens, runs, and boarding areas.
• Feed boarded pets and ensure correct food and portions.
• Provide and maintain clean bedding and play areas for pets.
• Monitor pets and report issues to management promptly.
• Support a collaborative, efficient, and compassionate work environment.

Skills

Animal care experience

Communication skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

The Kennel Assistant provides a high standard of care and treatment to all pet guests. This

Position Summary

The Kennel Assistant provides a high standard of care and treatment to all pet guests. This position helps ensure a positive boarding experience while feeding, cleaning, and exercising the pets.

WHAT YOU’LL DO (Essential Functions)

• Foster a culture built on our values: Respect, Learning, Do the Right Thing, WOW Service,

and Fun

• Clean and disinfect cages, pens, runs, and boarding areas
• Provide and maintain clean bedding for each new pet guest
• Set up and clean playtime areas and ensure clean toys are available for pets
• Perform duties on the pet’s activities report, makes necessary updates, and completes the

Pet Guest reports

• Complete assigned playtimes, cuddle times, fitness sessions, bedtime stories, and walks, as

specified in Policies and Procedures

• Feed boarded pets and ensures the correct type and quantity of food is provided for each

meal

• Ensure pets have clean water and provide special treats as needed
• Monitor and chart food and water consumption and elimination of each pet guest and

notify the management of any issues

• Check on the pets periodically each day to ensure safety and well-being for each pet in the

boarding areas

• Keep track of and clean the pet’s belongings and ensure they are returned to the owners in

good condition

• Monitor supplies and notify management when inventory is low
• Report items that need repair to management and assist with repairs as needed

Support a practice environment that promotes collaboration and teamwork and ensure the

delivery of quality, compassionate, effective, and efficient care to pets

• Comply with all practice policies, quality assurance guidelines, minimum standards of care,

and safe handling procedures

• Perform other duties and projects as requested

Being in the play yards as a camp counselor

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR (Essential Qualifications)

• Experience in an animal care setting handling various breeds and sizes of dogs and cats

Required Education

preferred but not required

• High School Diploma or GED preferred

Knowledge Skills And Abilities

• Basic written, verbal, and active listening communication skills with a customer-oriented

approach

• Basic judgement and problem-solving skills
• Compassion and empathy for both pets and pet owners
• Interact with a variety of clients and employees in a professional, caring, compassionate,

and tactful manner

• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Organizational and time management skill
• Handle and maintain sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Ability to identify and foresee problems, present solutions and collaborate as a team player

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to talk and hear. Specific vision abilities are required to do this job including close vision. This position requires walking, standing, and sitting bending, reaching, grasping, and repetitive motions. May be exposed to disinfectant/sanitation chemicals, pets dander, and excretions. This position is exposed to low to moderate noise levels. Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. unassisted, 50 lbs. with assistance. Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities

About Lakefield Veterinary Group

We believe exceptional veterinary care starts with exceptional people. We partner with hospitals across the country to preserve what makes each practice special - its people, culture, and connection to community - while providing the operational support and resources that allow teams to thrive. As we grow, we are committed to creating an environment where team members feel respected, supported, and empowered to deliver outstanding care.

Our Values

• Respect
• Learning
• Do the Right Thing
• Wow Service
• Fun

If these resonate with you, you’ll fit right in.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lakefield Veterinary Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members and applicants.