Pet Care Champion: Kennel & Boarding Assistant

Oakdale Animal Hospital; Brandon (MS); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k

Pet care discount

Job summary

Oakdale Animal Hospital in Brandon, MS is seeking a Kennel Assistant to care for boarding and daycare pets with attention to feeding, exercise, and comfort. You will monitor the animals for health and behavior, report concerns promptly, and help maintain a clean, safe environment.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, a 401k plan, and pet-care discounts. Flexible scheduling, including weekends and holidays, supports work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Applicants should demonstrate a true love for animals and a commitment to their welfare.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50+ lbs and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible schedule, including some weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized care for boarding and daycare pets, ensuring proper food, exercise and attention.
• Monitor behavior and health, reporting any concerns to the medical team promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kennels, runs and surrounding areas.
• Manage inventory for food and cleaning supplies; support team to complete tasks.

Skills

Caregiving for animals

Observation of health signals

Sanitation & safety

Inventory management

Job description

Oakdale Animal Hospital in Brandon, MS is seeking a Kennel Assistant to care for boarding and daycare pets with attention to feeding, exercise, and comfort. You will monitor the animals for health and behavior, report concerns promptly, and help maintain a clean, safe environment.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, a 401k plan, and pet-care discounts. Flexible scheduling, including weekends and holidays, supports work-life balance.