Veterinary Kennel Assistant — Flexible Schedule & Growth

Waunakee Veterinary Clinic; Waunakee (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Discounted veterinary care for your宠物

Teladoc access

Job summary

Waunakee Veterinary Clinic is seeking a dedicated Kennel Assistant to care for boarding and daycare pets, ensuring safety, cleanliness, and comfort. You’ll support the medical team by observing animals and maintaining a tidy, safe environment.

We offer comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within a supportive network, including training resources and pathways to credentialing as a veterinary technician or future leadership roles.

Qualifications

• Love for animals and welfare commitment.
• Reliable and hardworking in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and calm under pressure.
• Ability to lift up to 50+ lbs and perform active duties.
• Experience as kennel assistant preferred; flexible weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized care for boarding and daycare pets, ensuring proper feeding, exercise, and safety.
• Monitor animal health and behavior, alerting medical staff to concerns.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation across kennels, runs and outdoor areas.
• Manage inventory for food and cleaning supplies; support team to complete tasks.

Skills

Love for animals

Reliability

Communication skills

Physical strength

Prior kennel experience

Flexible schedule

Job description

Waunakee Veterinary Clinic is seeking a dedicated Kennel Assistant to care for boarding and daycare pets, ensuring safety, cleanliness, and comfort. You’ll support the medical team by observing animals and maintaining a tidy, safe environment.

We offer comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within a supportive network, including training resources and pathways to credentialing as a veterinary technician or future leadership roles.