Kennel Attendant

Metropolitan Veterinary Associates; Harmonville (PA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Veterinary Associates in Plymouth Meeting, PA is seeking dedicated and compassionate full-time Kennel Care Technicians to join our team. You will care for dogs and cats, ensure cleanliness, and provide a safe, welcoming environment for pets and their owners.

Schedule features four 10-hour days with one weekend day included; starting pay is $14 per hour, with opportunities for growth based on performance and tenure.

Qualifications

• Experience in animal handling or kennel environment required.
• Ability to handle dogs and cats of various sizes safely.
• Ability to communicate with pet owners.
• Must have physical stamina for lifting and standing for extended periods.
• Genuine love for animals and commitment to their wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for animals, including feeding, bathing, and exercising dogs and caring for cats.
• Maintain cleanliness of kennels, play areas, and other animal housing facilities.
• Monitor the health and behavior of animals
• Ensure proper handling of all animals to maintain safety for both staff and pets.
• Communicate effectively with pet owners regarding their animals’ needs and behaviors.
• Perform heavy lifting as required for animal handling and cleaning tasks.
• Collaborate with team members to provide excellent customer service and support.

Skills

Animal handling

Customer service

Basic animal care

Safety awareness

Team communication

Physical stamina

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Overview

Hickory Pet Inn is a busy, full service, dog and cat boarding facility located in Plymouth Meeting, PA. We are seeking dedicated and compassionate full-time Kennel Care Technicians to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the care and well-being of animals in our facility. As a Kennel Care Technician, you will ensure that all pets receive the attention, cleanliness, and care they deserve while maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for both animals and their owners.

Schedule and Pay

• Four 10 hour days. Days of the week will vary but will include one weekend day


• Starting at $14

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for animals, including feeding, bathing, and exercising dogs and caring for cats.


• Maintain cleanliness of kennels, play areas, and other animal housing facilities.


• Monitor the health and behavior of animals


• Ensure proper handling of all animals to maintain safety for both staff and pets.


• Communicate effectively with pet owners regarding their animals’ needs and behaviors.


• Perform heavy lifting as required for animal handling and cleaning tasks.


• Collaborate with team members to provide excellent customer service and support.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in animal handling or in a kennel environment is a must!


• Customer service skills to effectively interact with pet owners.


• Knowledge of basic animal care practices.


• Ability to handle dogs and cats of various sizes and temperaments safely.


• Physical stamina to perform heavy lifting and/or stand for extended periods.


• A genuine love for animals and commitment to their well-being.


• Ability to communicate and work with other team members.