Pet Care & Kennel Assistant — Temporary, Flexible Schedule

Four Paws Inn; Speight (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Pet Health is seeking a Kennel Assistant to provide devoted care for boarding and daycare pets, ensuring proper feeding, exercise, and safety. You will monitor the animals, report concerns to the medical team, and maintain a clean, healthy environment across the resort.

Applicants should love animals, be reliable and able to multitask in a fast-paced setting, and lift up to 50+ lbs. This temporary role ends December 2026, with some weekends/holidays required.

Qualifications

• A genuine love for animals and commitment to their welfare.
• Reliable and hardworking with ability to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, good judgment, and composure under stress.
• Ability to lift up to 50+ lbs and perform physically active duties.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized care as primary caregiver for boarding and daycare pets.
• Monitor animal health and promptly inform medical team of concerns.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kennels, runs, and surrounding areas.
• Manage inventory for food and cleaning supplies and collaborate with team.

Skills

Animal care

Reliability

Communication

Physical fitness

Job description

Mission Pet Health is seeking a Kennel Assistant to provide devoted care for boarding and daycare pets, ensuring proper feeding, exercise, and safety. You will monitor the animals, report concerns to the medical team, and maintain a clean, healthy environment across the resort.

Applicants should love animals, be reliable and able to multitask in a fast-paced setting, and lift up to 50+ lbs. This temporary role ends December 2026, with some weekends/holidays required.