Kennel & Pet Care Assistant — Growth & Mentorship

Mission Pet Health; Oxford (MS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Animal Clinic of Oxford in Oxford, Mississippi is seeking a Kennel Assistant to care for boarding and daycare pets, ensuring their meals, exercise, and comfort, and to help maintain a safe environment.

You will monitor animal behavior, alert the medical team to health concerns, manage kennel sanitation, and support inventory and daily operations. Prior kennel experience and flexibility, including some weekends and holidays, are preferred.

Qualifications

• Care for boarding and daycare pets with correct food, exercise and attention.
• Monitor animal behavior and health concerns, notifying medical team as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kennels, runs, and outdoor areas.
• Manage inventory of food and cleaning supplies; collaborate with team to complete tasks.
• Experience as kennel assistant preferred; flexible schedule including some weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized care for boarding and daycare pets.
• Be the eyes and ears of animal health, notifying medical staff of concerns.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment across kennel areas and grounds.
• Support operational excellence by inventory management and teamwork.

Skills

Animal care

Communication

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Job description

Animal Clinic of Oxford in Oxford, Mississippi is seeking a Kennel Assistant to care for boarding and daycare pets, ensuring their meals, exercise, and comfort, and to help maintain a safe environment.

You will monitor animal behavior, alert the medical team to health concerns, manage kennel sanitation, and support inventory and daily operations. Prior kennel experience and flexibility, including some weekends and holidays, are preferred.