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Kennel Assistant

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In-Office
Carrollton, TX
10-13 Hourly
Entry level
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Carrollton, TX
10-13 Hourly
Entry level
Provides daily care for boarding dogs and cats, including monitoring health, feeding, walking, bathing, administering oral and topical medications, documenting observations, maintaining clean kennels and supplies, handling check-ins and check-outs, and supporting animal comfort through play and enrichment.
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   Kennel Assistant 

All Creatures Veterinary Center is hiring a part time  Kennel Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you! 

What to Expect 

As you join our team, expect to be supported in your work and home life with: 

  • Professional development opportunities  

Salary: $10-$13 dependent on experience and skills 

Schedule: Part-Time, Weekday Afternoons 3 PM-6:30 PM, Weekends 2-4 hour shifts 

Key Responsibilities:  

  • Monitor the health and comfort of animals, recognize and respond to emergency situations, and report health concerns. 
  • Document treatments, activities, and observations. 
  • Walk dogs in all weather conditions. 
  • Feed and provide scheduled fresh water to dogs and cats. 
  • Maintain cleanliness by washing dishes, bowls, litter boxes, kennels, and cages. 
  • Change and replace soiled bedding and manage laundry tasks. 
  • Bathe animals as necessary before discharge. 
  • Perform general housekeeping duties in animal housing, food preparation, and laundry areas. 
  • Administer oral and topical medications, including flea and tick treatments. 
  • Assist with checking in and out boarding patients, ensuring proper labeling and ID collars. 
  • Identify and alleviate stress in boarding animals through interactive play and mental stimulation. 

Qualifications: 

  • Passion for animals and their well-being 
  • Ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast-paced environment 
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

About All Creatures Veterinary Center 

All Creatures Veterinary Center, located in Carrollton, Texas, provides its clients and their pets with a complete list of veterinary services in a fully equipped veterinary facility. As a client of All Creatures Veterinary Center, you will find clinical care, overnight boarding, and grooming services for dogs and cats.


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