Kennel Assistant (PT)

Casa Linda Animal Clinic, LLC; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Casa Linda Animal Hospital in Dallas, TX is seeking a Kennel Assistant to join a team dedicated to high-quality care for boarding and daycare pets. You will be the primary caregiver, ensuring correct feeding, exercise, safety, and comfort while maintaining a clean, safe facility.

The role emphasizes attentiveness, strong communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. You should be able to lift 50+ lbs and be flexible with weekends and holidays as needed to support our

Qualifications

• Genuine love for animals and welfare commitment.
• Reliable, hardworking with ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong communication skills and good judgment.
• Ability to lift up to 50+ lbs and perform physically active duties.
• Previous kennel assistant experience preferred; weekends/holidays flexible.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized care for boarding and daycare pets with appropriate feeding and exercise.
• Monitor animal behavior and alert medical team to health concerns.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kennels, runs, and surrounding areas.
• Manage inventory for food and cleaning supplies; support team to complete tasks.

Skills

Love of animals

Reliability

Communication skills

Stress management

Physical strength

Job description

At Casa Linda Animal Hospital in Dallas, TX, you join a practice built on a foundation of trust dating back to 1945. Our mission is centered on comprehensive small animal care, treating every pet like our own. This commitment to quality and compassion has earned us an excellent 4.8-star Google rating from the surrounding community. We are a full-service veterinary clinic deeply invested in pet wellness, urgent care, and advanced medicine. This is where you can bring your clinical passion and dedication to patient welfare, knowing you will do your best work alongside highly engaged teammates.We cultivate a supportive culture that emphasizes continuous professional growth and education, recognizing that when you grow, the entire hospital succeeds. Our supportive network ensures that all teammates have the resources needed to achieve their career goals. Whether you are focused on becoming a credentialed technician, mastering new surgical techniques, or moving into a leadership role, programs are in place to help you realize your full potential. Veterinarians also benefit from internal specialty consultations and collaborative learning environments designed to enhance clinical skills and complex case management.Providing high-tech medicine with a gentle touch defines the quality of care delivered at Casa Linda Animal Hospital. You will practice comprehensive small animal medicine encompassing routine wellness, advanced diagnostics, and complex surgical procedures. Our facility is equipped to handle critical needs, offering both urgent care and emergency services, ensuring you have the ability to treat immediate, high-priority cases. We are committed to maintaining a safe, comfortable environment designed to put both people and pets at ease, ensuring you have the optimal setting to utilize your full range of medical skills every day.By joining our team, you gain access to the dynamic metropolis of Dallas, TX, a city known for its rich cultural offerings, diverse culinary scene, and easy access to major parks and recreational areas. Dallas provides world-class amenities alongside a friendly community atmosphere. Whether you are seeking thriving arts districts, professional sports, or easy travel opportunities, Dallas provides an exceptional backdrop for you to balance your successful professional life with a rewarding personal one.

Job Description

Your Impact as a Kennel Assistant

• Provide Personalized Care: You'll be the primary caregiver for our boarding and daycare pets, ensuring they receive the correct food, exercise, and attention to make their stay comfortable and safe.
• Be the Eyes and Ears of Animal Health: You'll carefully monitor the behavior and habits of the animals in your care, promptly notifying the medical team of any unusual health concerns.
• Create a Safe and Healthy Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of the entire resort, from the kennel areas and runs to the outside grounds.
• Ensure Operational Excellence: You'll keep the resort running smoothly by managing inventory for food and cleaning supplies and collaborating with the team to ensure all tasks are completed.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• A genuine love for animals and a commitment to their welfare.
• A reliable and hardworking nature, with the ability to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, good judgment, and the ability to handle stressful situations with composure.
• The physical capacity to lift up to 50+ lbs and perform the duties of a physically active role.
• Previous experience as a kennel assistant is preferred. A flexible schedule, including some weekends and holidays, is required.

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