Puppy & Kitten Care Specialist

Petland Corporate Stores; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Petland Corporate Stores is seeking an Animal Care Technician who loves animals and wants to grow a career in a fun, pet-loving environment. You will care for puppies' nutritional, behavioral, environmental, and maintenance needs and help ensure they are healthy before joining their forever homes.

The role emphasizes following established procedures, teamwork, and daily kennel responsibilities within our caring Petland team.

Qualifications

• Requires attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
• Teamwork and good communication with staff and managers.
• Strong time management to handle daily animal care tasks.
• Prior experience in pet care is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide puppy care including nutrition, behavior, and environment.
• Perform opening, daily, and closing kennel procedures.
• Ensure cleanliness and maintain records for health monitoring.
• Assist veterinarian with exams and medications as prescribed.
• Support training of junior Animal Care Technicians.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Communication

Time Management

Education

High school diploma or GED or 1–3 months related experience and/or training

Job description

Petland Corporate Stores is seeking an Animal Care Technician who loves animals and wants to grow a career in a fun, pet-loving environment. You will care for puppies' nutritional, behavioral, environmental, and maintenance needs and help ensure they are healthy before joining their forever homes.

The role emphasizes following established procedures, teamwork, and daily kennel responsibilities within our caring Petland team.