Student: Dog Daycare Attendant

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

LexPets in Lexington, KY is seeking a motivated team member for our dog daycare and boarding facility. You must be a current Uni­versity of Kentucky student to apply. The role is off-campus with a local Lexington employer and not affiliated with the University of Kentucky.

The ideal candidate will handle dogs of various sizes, be physically active, reliable, and punctual, with a strong work ethic. Responsibilities include supervising play, feeding, and maintaining a clean facility.

Qualifications

• Must be a current UK student.
• Able to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Experience with animals preferred.

Responsibilities

• Walk dogs to play areas and assist with check-in/out.
• Supervise dog play groups and monitor behavior.
• Follow feeding and medication instructions exactly as directed.
• Maintain a clean and safe play/kennel area throughout the shift.
• Perform general cleaning duties as required.

Skills

Animal handling

Morning availability

Job description

- Animal handling or childcare experience preferred.

15-25 Looking for candidates with morning availability.

Job Summary

You must be a current UK student to apply for this position. This position is located off campus with a local Lexington employer and is not affiliated with UK.

Want to work with animals? LexPets is looking for a highly motivated, upbeat person to work in our dog daycare and boarding facility. The ideal candidate will be comfortable in a large group of dogs of all shapes, sizes and breeds. Along with a strong work ethic and physical stamina, you must be responsible, honest, patient, prompt and dependable.

Pet Handling Duties

• Walking pets to correct areas during play, check-in or check-out.
• Supervising play groups with other attendants.
• Understand and follow, without exception, feeding and medication instructions.
• Watch the dogs for any unusual behaviors or symptoms and recognize what is out of character for any guest.
• Other responsibilities as required.

Cleaning Duties

• Continually monitor the playroom to keep it free of messes by immediate and continual spot cleaning throughout the shift.
• Daily cleaning assignments which may include, but not limited to vacuuming, mopping, taking out trash, as well as scrubbing of walls, floors, and beds.

Learn more at lexpets.com/about/employment.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Able to lift 30lbs. You should be physically able to handle large dogs and expect to be physically active for your entire shift.

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 11/06/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Anticipated Start Date

Anticipated Start Date 10/29/2026

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * You must be a UK student to hold this position. Are you a UK student?
  • Yes
  • No
• * This position is located off campus and is not associated with the University of Kentucky. Are you eligible to work an off campus job?
  • Yes
  • No
• * This position requires additional steps after submitting your application. You will receive an email with instructions to apply directly with a third-party non-UK employer. Do you understand that you must follow the instructions in that email to complete your application?
  • Yes
  • No