Puppy Care & Breeding Assistant

Paycom; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Leader Dogs for the Blind in Rochester Hills, MI is seeking a Dog Care Technician to care for breeding stock dogs and litters. You will feed, medicate, clean, groom, and provide enrichment to ensure a safe, humane kennel environment.

You will assist with puppy development, host homes, and routine veterinary support, train volunteers, perform data entry, and maintain supplies. Effective communication and ability to work with large dogs are essential.

Qualifications

• Three to six months of related animal care experience required.
• Experience with cleaning and maintenance preferred.
• Able to work with volunteers and large dogs.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; professional conduct and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Care for breeding stock dogs and puppy litters, including feeding, grooming, and medicating.
• Provide enrichment and maintain a safe kennel environment.
• Assist with veterinary health procedures and follow-up care.
• Train and supervise volunteers and new team members.
• Maintain Canine Development Center and related equipment.
• Data entry and administrative tasks.

Skills

Rapport with animals

Flexible schedule

Multi-tasking

Professional conduct

Independent worker

Volunteer coordination

Large dog experience

MS Office

Public relations

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Leader Dogs for the Blind in Rochester Hills, MI is seeking a Dog Care Technician to care for breeding stock dogs and litters. You will feed, medicate, clean, groom, and provide enrichment to ensure a safe, humane kennel environment.

You will assist with puppy development, host homes, and routine veterinary support, train volunteers, perform data entry, and maintain supplies. Effective communication and ability to work with large dogs are essential.