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0-5 years of experience
Cleaned and disinfected the animal cages, surgery utensils in the autoclave machine
- Maintained a high level of organization, following scheduled cleaning procedures
- Moved the animals to selected locations around the shelter
- Socialized the animals in order for them to become adoptable
- Handled wrapping and packing surgery utensils for back up supplies
- Learned additional responsibilities as assigned
0-5 years of experience
Prepared and administered food, water and special diets by cutting and measuring portions.
- Provided medical care, distributing medication, wound wraps, and transports to vet.
- Cleaned and sanitized dog yards, cages and service areas.
- Recorded and reported daily observations related to health and behavior.
- Directed new staff and trained them in dog care.
- Administered vaccinations.
- Practiced and reinforced training to improve obedience and corrected serious behavioral
0-5 years of experience
In charge of boarding care: complying with owner’s instructions on how/what to feed dog
- Maintained and disinfected dog and cat kennels, fed dogs and cats at their normal feeding
- Assisted medical staff with large animal in administering medication
- Frequent kneeling, crawling, bending, standing, and handling of heavy equipment (40 lbs+)
0-5 years of experience
Managed and coordinated entire patient referral process of 15-20 patient appointments daily. Activities included establishing pre-consultation process, patient care during procedures and patient education on treatment options.
- Utilized account management skills with daily use of the Avimark client database system to organize HIPPA sensitive account information such as treatment recommendations, blood work results and vaccination histories.
- Led daily hospital tours for prospective and current clients while presenting available services and treatment options specific to each client’s needs.
- Maintained and organized hospital and boarding facilities to enhance client experience at the hospital.
0-5 years of experience
Maintained scheduled nutritional plans and feedings for each specific type to tenant in the Resort on any given day.
- Ensured that all residents in Resort were provided a stimulating, safe and clean environment to exercise and socialize.
- Provided basic medical treatment for residents including administration of medications per company guidelines and policies.
- Facilities management including, but not limited to, laundry, dishes, as well as areas, rooms, and kennels.
- Direct interaction with many different personalities with not only residents of Resort, but public as well.
0-5 years of experience
Assisted doctors and technicians with medical treatment
- Developed new processes to complete daily tasks more efficiently
- Communicated with clients and helped to convey the doctor’s messages
- Coordinated with other departments and hospitals
- Monitored health and well-being of pets under our care
0-5 years of experience
Maintained a high quality of care for all dogs and cats
- Knowledge of cleaning and maintenance of kennels, facilities, and kennel grounds including waste removal
- Monitored food and water intake, behavior and health of animals, administering medication, and reporting any health issues or concerns
- Provided daily walks, play times, baths, basic grooming, as well as professional dog obedience training
- Managed office, front desk, customer service; answered phones, entered new clients and veterinary records into the kennel software program
0-5 years of experience
- Ensured the general care and well-being of canines through attention to feedings, exercise, cleanliness and comfort in accordance with standards/client requests.
- Assisted in the training and obedience of canines through the leveled training programs.
- Performed general office duties to include: cleaning, making confirmation calls, assisting clients with checking in/out, providing general information, filing, organizing.
- Aided in the training of new employees through instruction, demonstration and guidance in accordance with owner’s specifications.
0-5 years of experience
Within first year I was cross trained to do every position with the company due to my quick learning ability
- Responsible for feeding, cleaning, bathing, administering medication, and closely supervising dogs.
- Provided excellent customer service to patrons when scheduling and conducting appointments
- Successfully entered data into the computer, filed documents, and answered phones
0-5 years of experience
Good quality work ethics, trustworthy, independent, cooperative, on-time, flexible, self-motivated, team player
- Cared for boarding animals, administer oral medications, and sanitize exam rooms and up keep entire veterinary clinic
- Acquired more responsibilities and duties
- Completed work study for school with veterinarian. Accompanied veterinarian with x-rays, surgery, and examinations
0-5 years of experience
- Fed, walked, and cared for up to 60 dogs while they were boarding.
- Assisted in treatment area with restraining, grooming (nail trims, bathing, etc) and all tasks that do not require a licensed technician.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment at all times.
- Provided owners with tours of the boarding environment in a professional and knowledgable manner.
0-5 years of experience
Fed and exercised animals each day.
- Employed positive reinforcement with animals, including using the “clicker-training” method.
- Kept clear and accurate records on animal behavior, food intake and medications.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment at all times.
- Tailored walks for older dogs and dogs with a variety of health concerns.
- Trained and socialized puppies including housetraining and ending destructive behaviors.
- Bathed, trimmed and provided other grooming services for domestic pets.
0-5 years of experience
As a kennel attendant, my duties were to provide care and the basic needs of animals that were visiting the hospital to be groomed, boarded, or hospitalized.
- The secondary duty (secondary to animal care) was to keep the appearance of the hospital impeccable.
- Under direction of the Veterinarians or Veterinary Technicians, provided for the constant cleanliness of cages, runs and ward areas and the proper feeding and care of all hospitalized animals.
- As a kennel attendant, I ensured that the animals had received regular exercise, by walking/ taking them outside every two hours.
- For pets that are boarding, as a kennel attendant I ensured that they were living in sanitary conditions and that a bath was given when needed/ requested.
- As a kennel attendant, my extended duties were to assist the Vet. Techs with take to backs (vaccines, anal glands, nail trims) by restraining the animals, along with holding off from blood work.
- As a kennel attendant, I also assisted the Veterinarians, management team, receptionists and other kennel attendants with basic duties around the hospital upon request.
0-5 years of experience
- Trained a variety of animals on obedience and behavior modification through verbal/ assisted commands while identifying any special needs
- Professionally groomed an array of dogs/cats of different sizes and breeds
- Maintained a safe, clean and environmentally friendly atmosphere for all clients/residents/staff on a consistent basis
0-5 years of experience
Clean and maintain kennel area of facility, in such a manner to provide an odor free and low stress environment for animals
- Fed and provided daily care for all animals
- Light cleaning of offices, emptying trash, mopping of floors and cleaning restrooms
- One on One social time with dogs and cats (activities)
0-5 years of experience
Provide a high standard of care for various animals that are being groomed, boarded or are patients at the facility, in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Perform facility and kennel maintenance activities and ensure a clean sanitary environment for the animals following standard operating procedures and protocols.
- Prepare and administer daily meals to each animal and observe safety and security procedures when handling the animals.
- Monitor animals for any sign of illness of changes and report to appropriate personnel.
- Maintain and exhibit a professional attitude in all interactions with other staff as well as clients.
0-5 years of experience
Worked with a wide variety of pets including, dogs, cats, ferrets, and birds
- Fed and administered medications to animals
- Restrained animals during examinations, procedures, and X-rays
- Set up equipment for veterinarians and veterinary technicians
- Monitored health of hospitalized animals
- Maintained sanitary, safe, and comfortable kennels and treatment areas
0-5 years of experience
Fed and Groomed Puppies and Kittens from the ages of 10 weeks old to 5 years in age.
- Distributed vitamins and medication to puppies and kittens.
- Cared for sick puppies with a Nebulizer to cure upper respiratory diseases.
- Cleaned ears, eyes, brushed out mats and nail clipped pets.
- Received deliveries and unloaded boxes while checking order quantity/inventory on invoices.
- Washed beds, towels and wash clothes that were used daily for dishes, condos and suites.
- Stocked crates, boxes, cat scratching posts and items (shampoo, conditioner, deodorizers, sprays, leashes, toys etc).
- Created appointments over phone and in person for grooming service.
- Answered telephone and listened to customer’s questions before offering an answer that will suit their needs and satisfaction.
10+ years of experience
Responsible for maintaining multiple dog kennels on daily basis.
- Walked multiple dogs daily for physical exercise.
- Administered medication to dogs as per prescribed.
- Managed a regular feeding schedule for the various dogs to benefit healthy weight.
0-5 years of experience
All duties concerned with the care of animals shelter and the sanitation of the building.
- Handle animals as dictated by departmental regulations in a humane manner.
- Help customers with the found and lost animals.
- Help animal care specialists with control of animals and all other tasks.
- Perform duties that required twisting, bending, lifting 50 pounds and climbing on regular basis.
- Immediately contact supervisor when the questions about procedures arose.
- Read and followed instructions.
- Disposal of deceased animal carcasses.
0-5 years of experience
Recognize and reports all illnesses and abnormal activity to Veterinarians or technicians.
- Educate and provide friendly interactions with clients and animals.
- Process incoming animals and responsible for their proper identification.
- Feed and water animals according to schedule and diet.
- Housekeeping and laundry duties for all areas.
- Disinfects cages and kennels as needed.
- Ensure the safety of pets and associates by utilizing safe restraining techniques, following standard protocols, and maintaining clean, sterile and organized treatment areas, and exam rooms.
0-5 years of experience
- Bathed, trimmed nails, expressed anal glands and flushed ears on canines
- Managed a kennel with 28+ dogs boarding
- Called clients to update them on the status of their bath / groom dogs, as well as answered occasional incoming calls and transferred them to the appropriate extension
0-5 years of experience
I am responsible for preparation of the dogs’ meals, Breakfast and Dinner, as well as giving them any pills they may require.
- I help put the dogs into play groups and help determine the daily game plan.
- Responsible for the well-being and health of the dogs in our care. Taking them out for play time and potty time and making sure they aren’t too anxious.
- I also clean the facility including the main reception area.
0-5 years of experience
Care and feeding on animals
- Supervising in group play (inside and outside)
- Cleaning of kennels and facility
- Requested by hospital staff and trained on the job as a Vet Tech Assistant
- Kept the hospital clean
- Assisted with monitoring during surgeries; including dental surgery
- First contact with clients and animals; take stats, document symptoms and create raptor with animals prior to Vet working with client/animals.
- Moved to this position to assist one person staff in keeping up with the demands of the department.
- Approached regarding taking lead position as that current employee was leaving the company
- Reviewed and problem solved repair needs and grounds maintenance issues.
- Maintained grounds, painted, various repairs as needed and other special projects as requested by management; including setting up for special events.
0-5 years of experience
- Maintain a level of comfort in the kennel area: feedings, walks, and medications given.
- Rehabilitated sick dogs and cats.
- Assisted the doctors in the examination or surgery room.
- Also have a clean area in the front everyday.
0-5 years of experience
- Cared for dogs, cats, and other small animals boarding at the hospital
- Helped with grooming
- Assisted Veterinary Technicians and Veterinarians during examinations and treatment
- Confirmed appointments with clients
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for cleaning after, feeding and watering of all boarder animals.
- Responsible for assisting technicians with, but not limited to, medicating of patients, administering injections, taking x-rays, preparing patients/rooms for surgery, cleaning of surgical instruments and taking vital signs.
- Responsible for bathing, brushing and drying dogs.
- Strictly adhering to all OVVH policies and procedures to ensuring the safety of all pets.
- Provide accurate information and friendly professional service to clients.
0-5 years of experience
Checking in animals for appointments, answering phones, scheduling appointments, discharging medication via Cornerstone computer software.
- By way of dogs and cats: Walking, feeding, bathing, distributing medications, changing IV tubes, drawing blood, x-raying, clipping nails, cleaning ears, muzzling and restraining.
- Customer service, discharging animals, paying bills, booking appointments.
- General animal husbandry, doing laundry.
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for the safety and health of all boarding animals, which includes dogs and cats
- Maintain proper food and medical instructions outlined for each boarder
- In charge of administrating medications, diabetic insulin, eye drops, and ear drops for boarders while under our care
- Clean and bandage open wounds and sores
- Perform medicated baths daily for both dogs and cats to help heal and cleanse skin ailments
- Collect fecal, urine, and ear swab samples for testing and diagnosis
- Read fecal, ear, and blood slides on compound microscope
- Care for post-surgical and geriatric patients during their stay and recovery at the hospital
- Ensure the hospital and workspace stay clean, organized, and sanitary for all patients and clients
- Solely responsible for the medical care and safety of all boarders while hospital is closed on weekends and holidays
- Trusted to perform closing duties and lock up the hospital each night before leaving
0-5 years of experience
Care of all animals at rescue including cats, dogs, and exotic animals
- Includes feeding and watering all animals
- Ensuring all kennels are cleaned continuously throughout the shift as needed
- Ensuring every dog capable of walking is walked by a volunteer
- Providing volunteers dogs for walks according to the volunteer’s ability
- Cleaning of dishes, washing laundry, sweeping, mopping
- Keeping area neat and as close to sterile as possible
- Organizing donations received to rescue which includes newspaper, towels, blankets and cleaning supplies
0-5 years of experience
Take x-rays, administer medications when appropriate, in-house laboratory analysis, preparation of surgical packs, sterilization of equipment, monitoring pulse oximetry, packaging samples to send to outside laboratory, look up laboratory results online and reporting back to doctor.
- Blood draws, bandage changes and suture removals.
- Dentals and polishing without extractions.
- Informing clients of laboratory results by phone and assisting in making follow-up appointments as necessary.
- Cleaning and care of cages and kennels.
- General maintenance of facilities and stocking supplies
6-10 years of experience
- Schedule appointments in multiple fields including physical therapy, rehabilitation, daycare, overnight boarding, etc.
- Responsible for lives and well-being of up to 40 animals
- Prepare and administer food, water, and special diets for each animal
- Maintain proper kennel environment and sanitation
- Record and report daily observations related to health and behavior of animals
0-5 years of experience
Excellently cleaned and maintained facilities
- Skillfully supervised large groups of dogs
- Entertained dogs creatively
- Efficiently bathed dogs
- Carefully fed and administered medication to dogs
0-5 years of experience
- Demonstrate, guide, and assist new volunteers with cleaning protocol guidelines by delivering a secure and fresh environment for animals, staff, and customers.
- Provide exercise, socialization, and human interaction for dogs and cats to improve their adoptability, health, and reduce stress.
- Replenish stock onto the sales floor and perform other duties as needed.
- Participate in morning walk through to give staff and volunteers feedback on the animals health and behavior.
- Awarded Volunteer of the Month of January
0-5 years of experience
- Follow company procedure, and time schedule when cleaning, feeding walking, administering medications, as well as admitting and discharging the pets to/from their owners.
- Describe to the owners how their pet was during their stay, answering any questions they may have, and if necessary getting someone like a Veterinary Technician to answer any medical questions they may have.
- Be prepared to come work regardless of any inclement weather, or holidays due to the fact the pets need to be taken care regardless
- Assist co-workers with anything they may need
0-5 years of experience
Cleaned and disinfected cages, kennels, and examination and operation rooms
- Restrained animals during examination and laboratory procedures
- Maintained and sterilized surgical instruments and equipment
- Assisted in surgeries
- Monitored and cared for animals after surgery
- Gave animals x-rays
0-5 years of experience
Prioritized animal safety and comfort at all times.
- Mentored less experienced staff on caring for and socializing animals.
- Walk dogs each day, responding to each dog’s individual needs.
- Cleaned and returned vacant kennels to pet-ready status.
- Dusted and mopped all hard surfaces.
0-5 years of experience
Monitor dogs’ behavior and maintain safe play yards.
- Clean up after dogs, removing waste and sanitizing area and tools.
- Thorough cleaning of play yards, toys, outside areas, kennels, bathing areas, and fences
- Prepare meals, feed and administer medicine.
- Bathe dogs, trim nails.
- Take foster dogs through training courses on site.
0-5 years of experience
Clean and maintain kennels and dog runs
- Replenish food and water supplies
- Exercise animals
- Provide basic animal health care
- Assist with grooming services
- Respond to customer questions and provide guided tours of the facility
- Maintain the facility by sweeping/mopping floors, wiping counters, taking out trash, cleaning bathrooms, and checking equipment and supplies.
0-5 years of experience
- Care for feline and canine boarding guests including walking, feeding and providing comfort measures
- Assist technicians in emergent and routine patient care
- Multitask in hospital organization and services
- Practical knowledge of standard emergency veterinary hospital procedures
- Socializing with feline and canine patients
- Cleaning and maintaining hospital premises
- Keeping all hospital equipment including medical supplies and food in stock
0-5 years of experience
Bathed and groomed dogs and cats
- Handled dogs, cats, and small animals on a regular basis
- Communicated with and assisted clients
- Assisted veterinarians and veterinary technicians
- Cleaned animal and office areas
- Controlled animals for treatment
0-5 years of experience
Welcome clients/patients and determine nature of appointment
- Cross trained on all positions to provide backup help when needed
- Administer medication, vaccines, and therapeutic treatments to animals
- Perform and interpret diagnostic tests such as a fecal, urinalysis, or blood smear
- Monitor animal before, during, and after surgery and/or procedures
- Assist Veterinarian during surgery
0-5 years of experience
Cleaned all rooms (x-ray, treatment, surgery, pharmacy, office, exam rooms)
- Performed custodial tasks like dishes and laundry
- Vacuumed and mopped at the end of the night
- Cleaned equipment
- Cleaned kennel area including all the runs and dirty cages
- Restocked supplies
0-5 years of experience
- Vaccinate stray animals on in-take, medicate sick animals, clean cat cages and dog kennels, and also euthanasia.
- Assist at the clerks desk: answering phones, and light computer work.
- Assisted in the surgery suite with spaying/neutering surgeries.
- Assist public with any questions and needs.
0-5 years of experience
- Maintain Cleanliness of Runs and Kennel
- Assist Doctor with any tasks needed
- Morning and Nightly Feeding of Cats and Dogs boarding in the Kennel
- Distributing any medicine or special feeding for the animals
- Assisting Doctor with any help needed in surgery room
- Playing and paying close attention to the animals in the Kennel and/or Hospital
0-5 years of experience
- Clean and sanitize animal housing units for dogs, cats, rabbits, etc.
- Spot clean animal refuse as needed.
- Feed and water animals per feeding schedule.
- Administer medication as needed.
- Handle deceased animals for proper disposal.
- Update shelter database when new arrivals come in.
- Provide knowledgeable and friendly customer service to visitors.
0-5 years of experience
- Responsible for the care of animals
- Medicating and administering injections to numerous animals
- Greeting clients and scheduling appointments
- Responsible for answering of incoming telephone calls
0-5 years of experience
- Fed and let out animals
- Cleaned and maintained cages
- Administered medications
- Washed laundry
- Cleaned the boarding facility
- Checked in and out boarding animals
0-5 years of experience
Assigned rooms and organized belongings according to room assignments
- Supervised the thorough sanitation of kennels and maintained cleanliness of facility at all times
- Ensured safety of all animals in facility
- Handled cash and credit card transactions through a virtual terminal system
- Assisted in managing of the company database and verified, added, and modified customers’ information
- Provided excellent customer service and informed customers about the company’s services and policies via phone, email, and in person
Kennel Attendant Duties and Responsibilities
A kennel attendant’s day-to-day duties greatly vary depending on where they work. However, there are several core tasks associated with the role. Based on our analysis of job listings, these include:
Clean Kennels and Cages Kennel attendants clean and maintain veterinary treatment spaces, kennels, and cages. They also prepare the workspaces and tools their coworkers use to treat animals. Sanitized kennels keep animals healthy and safe, and kennel assistants make sure cleanliness is maintained.
Provide Basic Animal Care It’s the job of kennel attendants to bathe the dogs, cats, and other animals in their care. They also feed, medicate, play with, and facilitate exercise for the pets located in their facility. Keeping the animals clean and grooming them is another major priority.
Provide Friendly Office Help As visitors come to a site, kennel attendants are sometimes there to greet them. It’s common for them to answer telephone calls, maintain records, take bookings, and process payments. Kennel assistants also help veterinarians or veterinary assistants with office work as directed.
Monitor and Observe Animals Kennel attendants closely monitor the animals in their care. They record vital information and health statistics of each pet. Kennel assistants observe animals’ behavior, habits, and environmental conditions according to directed guidelines.
Manage Inventory Another key part of a kennel attendant’s job is managing inventory. Attendants count and restock supplies as needed. When more supplies are needed, kennel assistants inform the appropriate person in order to help maintain inventory.
Kennel Attendant Skills and Qualifications
People with a passion for the animal care field and a friendly service-minded attitude will thrive as kennel assistants. Prior experience as a kennel assistant is generally not required, but some experience with animals is preferred. The following skills are essential to getting the job done:
- Animal handing – confidence while physically handling animals is critical for kennel attendants. A major part of their role is patiently and securely working with animals in a variety of environments while performing essential tasks such as bathing, walking, and feeding
- Cleaning and sanitation – excellent cleaning skills are a must for kennel attendants who clean kennels, scoop poop, sanitize play areas, and wash dishes
- Customer service – kennel assistants often take reservations, answer phones, and schedule animal drop-off and pick-up appointments
- Physical fitness – working at a kennel has certain physical requirements, such as the ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. Kennel assistants are typically on their feet for six to eight hours at a time and may have to lift larger breeds of animals
- Communication skills – listening to and communicating with a wide range of people is an essential skill that kennel attendants must tap into as they work with clients and animals, answer phones, and quickly respond to coworker requests
- Observation skills – since they help monitor animal care, kennel attendants must be able to notice small changes in animals’ behavior and report any unusual actions. Kennel assistants pay particular attention to animals that are sick, elderly, or recovering
Kennel Attendant Education and Training
A high school degree or equivalent is required to become a kennel assistant. They usually receive on-the-job training from their colleagues on how to perform their duties, adhere to facility policies, and use equipment such as phones or scheduling tools. Although there are no formal experience requirements, some employers prefer candidates to have one year of animal care experience, even if on a volunteer basis.
Kennel Attendant Salary and Outlook
The median annual salary for kennel attendants, categorized by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) as nonfarm , is nearly $22,950. Kennel attendants in the 10th percentile earn close to $17,880 a year, while the highest paid make $36,630. Overall employment for animal care and service workers is expected to grow 11 percent by 2024, which is faster than average for all occupations. Employment of kennel assistants in the pet services industry will continue grow to keep up with increasing pet ownership demand and the high turnover for kennel attendant positions. Depending on the work location, benefits such as healthcare and paid time off may be available to employees who work on a full-time basis. Many employers offer both part-time and full-time positions with expected weekend and evening shifts.
Helpful Resources
Ready to become a kennel assistant? We’ve come up with a list of excellent resources to help you on your way:
National Animal Care and Control Association – NACA offers training and resources that help those who work with animals provide the highest standard of care
Animal Care TV – impress at your interview with insider tips and professional animal care training strategies from this video channel full of advice for becoming a successful kennel assistant
Kennel Assistant RED-HOT Career Guide; 2594 REAL Interview Questions – this cutting-edge career guide will equip you with time-tested advice to simplify your search process and help you land your dream kennel attendant job
I Work As A Kennels Assistant – this insider view of a kennel attendant’s work life takes a detailed look at a busy kennel, showing what’s required to take care of animals on a daily basis
Kennel Attendant Training – learn basic animal care skills from this free ACT certification video training series, which will help you become a successful kennel attendant
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