Kennel Care Assistant — Flexible Scheduling & Training

All Pets Animal Hospital - Rogers; Rogers (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible scheduling

401(k) with company match

Training and career development

Job summary

All Pets Animal Hospital - Rogers is seeking a friendly Kennel Assistant to help care for dogs and cats staying with us for boarding, hospitalization, treatment, and recovery. This hands-on role supports the medical team and veterinary staff, with training provided for the right attitude and genuine interest in animal care.

You'll feed, walk, and exercise pets, observe for changes, maintain cleanliness, and assist with daily hospital tasks in a busy veterinary setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Comfortable working in a busy veterinary hospital environment.
• Weekend and holiday availability may be required based on hospital needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide food, fresh water, walks, and appropriate exercise for dogs and cats.
• Deliver compassionate care and safe handling for animals of different sizes and temperaments.
• Clean and sanitize kennels, cages, runs, and common areas.
• Observe patients for changes in appetite, behavior, or condition and report concerns to the medical team.
• Wash bedding and linens and keep patient care areas clean, organized, and stocked.
• Assist Veterinary Assistants and Veterinary Technicians with basic animal handling and daily hospital tasks.
• Follow hospital protocols for patient care, sanitation, and safety.

Skills

Animal care

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Lifting up to 40 pounds

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

All Pets Animal Hospital - Rogers is seeking a friendly Kennel Assistant to help care for dogs and cats staying with us for boarding, hospitalization, treatment, and recovery. This hands-on role supports the medical team and veterinary staff, with training provided for the right attitude and genuine interest in animal care.

You'll feed, walk, and exercise pets, observe for changes, maintain cleanliness, and assist with daily hospital tasks in a busy veterinary setting.