Kennel Assistant

Violi Veterinary Care Llc; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established veterinary care provider is looking for a dedicated Kennel Assistant to join their compassionate team. In this role, you will be responsible for the daily care of animals, ensuring their needs are met through feeding, cleaning, and engaging them in play. The ideal candidate is passionate about animal welfare, possesses basic knowledge of animal handling, and excels both independently and in a team setting. This position offers a great work environment and opportunities for career advancement, making it a perfect fit for animal lovers looking to make a difference in the lives of pets.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Great Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with animal handling and care is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills are essential for maintaining records.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for animals, including feeding and cleaning.
• Engage with animals through play and walks as needed.

Skills

Animal Handling

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Education

Experience working with animals

Job description

Benefits/Perks

Competitive Compensation

Great Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

We are seeking a Kennel Assistant to join our team! As a Kennel Assistant, you will be providing daily care for the animals we are responsible for, ensuring all of their needs are met. This includes feeding them, cleaning their kennels and play spaces, engaging them in play, walking them, and more. The ideal candidate loves animals, has basic knowledge of good animal handling procedures, and works well independently and within a team environment.

Responsibilities

1. Meet the basic and higher needs for all animals under our care, including feeding
2. Play or walk the animals, as needed
3. Clean kennels and work areas daily
4. Wash bedding and toys
5. Greet and assist customers or adopters
6. Maintain excellent records of all animals

Qualifications

1. Experience working with animals desired
2. Familiarity with animal handling procedures and best practices
3. Strong organizational skills