Part-Time Kennel Attendant — Hands-On Animal Care

VetCor; Windermere (CT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)-matching

Roth retirement plan

529 savings plan

Referral bonus

Flexible Spending Account (full-time)

Tuition Support Program (full-time)

Sick Time / PTO

Health insurance (full-time)

Pet care discounts

Six paid holidays

Job summary

Windermere Animal Hospital, part of VetCor, is seeking a dependable Part-Time Kennel Attendant. The role involves hands-on care for boarding and hospitalized animals, feeding, monitoring health, and maintaining clean kennels.

Flexible, every other weekend and holiday shifts are required, with opportunities for growth and team support. The position emphasizes compassionate animal care, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently within a veterinary team.

Qualifications

• Love for animals and genuine care for their well-being.
• Dependability and availability for alternating weekend and holiday shifts.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow care plans and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate daily care for boarding and hospitalized pets.
• Walk, feed, and provide fresh water according to care plans.
• Administer medications accurately as directed.
• Monitor pets for distress or changes and report to veterinary team.
• Maintain clean kennels and boarding areas; handle sanitation tasks as needed.

Skills

Love for animals

Dependability

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Medication administration

Physical strength

Cleaning & sanitation

Willingness to learn

Team player

Job description

Windermere Animal Hospital, part of VetCor, is seeking a dependable Part-Time Kennel Attendant. The role involves hands-on care for boarding and hospitalized animals, feeding, monitoring health, and maintaining clean kennels.

Flexible, every other weekend and holiday shifts are required, with opportunities for growth and team support. The position emphasizes compassionate animal care, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently within a veterinary team.