Part-Time Kennel Assistant — Caring for Pets

Veterinary Practice Partners; Rochester (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plan (401(k))

Paid time off

Employee pet discounts

Job summary

Coldwater Animal Hospital in California is seeking a part-time Kennel Assistant to support our team of veterinarians, technicians, and staff in daily care, cleaning, and operations. The role emphasizes husbandry, compassionate animal handling, and dependable teamwork in a busy clinical setting.

The successful candidate will be energetic, reliable, and passionate about animal welfare, able to work on their feet, and flexible with a schedule that includes mornings, evenings, and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be able to multi-task and take initiative—self-starters thrive here!
• Comfortable with a fast-paced, physical role—you’ll be on your feet 90% of your shift
• Passion for animals and their well-being
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• 75% of the role involves husbandry, hospital cleaning, and restocking
• 25% of the role includes hands-on care with animals
• Monitor the health and comfort of animals, respond to emergencies, report health concerns
• Document treatments, activities, and observations
• Walk dogs in all weather conditions
• Feed and provide scheduled fresh water to dogs and cats
• Maintain cleanliness by washing dishes, bowls, litter boxes, kennels, and cages
• Change and replace soiled bedding and manage laundry tasks
• Bathe animals as necessary before discharge
• Perform general housekeeping in housing, food prep, and laundry areas
• Administer oral and topical medications, including flea and tick treatments
• Assist with checking in and out boarding patients, ensuring proper labeling and ID collars
• Identify and alleviate stress in boarding animals through interactive play and mental stimulation
• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately

Skills

Multi-tasking

Fast-paced environment

Animal welfare passion

Organizational skills

Job description

Coldwater Animal Hospital in California is seeking a part-time Kennel Assistant to support our team of veterinarians, technicians, and staff in daily care, cleaning, and operations. The role emphasizes husbandry, compassionate animal handling, and dependable teamwork in a busy clinical setting.

The successful candidate will be energetic, reliable, and passionate about animal welfare, able to work on their feet, and flexible with a schedule that includes mornings, evenings, and weekends as needed.