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Kennel Assistant

Kennel Assistant

Innovetive Petcarewilkesboro, NC, US
30+ days ago
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Description

Do you love working with animals and want to be part of a compassionate, hands-on veterinary team? We are seeking a dedicated Kennel Assistant to help provide excellent care for our patients and boarding guests. This role is vital in ensuring the health, comfort, and safety of animals while supporting our veterinary staff and delivering outstanding service to clients.

Some of the responsibilities you will own in this role :

  • Provide daily care for all hospitalized and boarding animals.
  • Observe and promptly report signs of illness, injury, or unusual behavior to technicians and / or veterinarians.
  • Ensure proper feeding, including special diets when required.
  • Assist with check-in and discharge of boarding / visiting animals.
  • Walk dogs at least three times daily for exercise and potty breaks.
  • Ensure cages, kennels, and runs are properly labeled and personal belongings (food, toys, bedding) are organized.
  • Maintain clean and safe facilities : pick up hospital grounds, clean cages, kennels, and runs, wash bowls, and manage laundry.
  • Handle and restrain animals as needed, including those that may be difficult to control.
  • Perform basic grooming, such as bathing, nail trims, and ear cleaning.
  • Educate clients on animal care as directed by staff.
  • Greet clients warmly, using both their name and their pet’s name.

What You'll Bring :

  • Genuine love for animals and a strong desire to provide excellent care.
  • Ability to safely handle animals of all sizes, temperaments, and species.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and organization.
  • Physical ability to walk dogs, lift supplies, and perform cleaning duties.
  • Positive attitude, reliability, and strong communication skills with both clients and team members.
  • Previous experience working with animals (preferred, but not required).
  • Benefits :

  • Paid time off
  • Health insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Flexible schedules
  • 401K with company match
  • Training and career development
  • Innovetive Petcare owns and operates veterinary practices across the country. Our clinics benefit from our tools, resources, and a dedicated support team to help veterinary practices prosper and grow. We run a successful business so our veterinarians can focus on providing exceptional patient care. We want our veterinarians and staff to enjoy a better work-life balance, a strong, supportive community, and ongoing training and career development.

    At Innovetive Petcare, it all begins with an unparalleled team. From the veterinarians, veterinary technicians, practice managers, and administrative staff at our clinics to the driven support team in our home office, our team is passionate about pet health. We are a culture-first company, working to redefine the veterinary lifestyle to allow professionals to advance through their veterinary medicine careers without burning out. We don’t just talk about it; we live it!

    Equal Opportunity Employer Policy

    Innovetive Petcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify.  We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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