Kennel Assistant
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What you'll do
- Patient husbandry, boarding care, and general housekeeping throughout the facility
- Provide meals, medications as directed and walks for boarding patients
- Oversee dogs in daycare
- Closely monitor patients for any medical, behavioral, or environmental concerns
- Maintain detailed documentation of your observations and communicate any concerns promptly to the veterinary team
- Ensure kennels, common areas, treatment spaces, and other facility areas are clean, sanitized, organized, and well stocked with necessary supplies
- Monitor facility cameras to help ensure the safety and well-being of boarding and daycare patients
- Identifying potential concerns and alerting the appropriate team members when needed
What they're looking for
- A genuine passion for animal care and patient wellbeing
- Confidence working with dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
- Ability to safely handle, restrain, walk, and monitor animals under supervision
- Strong awareness of animal behavior and willingness to learn patient safety and handling techniques
- Ability to stay organized and maintain a clean, safe environment
- Physical ability to meet the demands of a hands-on animal care role
Nice to have
- 1+ years of experience as a veterinary kennel assistant / kennel technician preferred
- Will consider related experience within animal care such as boarding / doggy daycare attendant, FFA or 4H background
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Full description from employer
Four Paws Pet Hotel & Resort is seeking a Kennel Assistant to join our team! Our Junor Staff Member team is dedicated to maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients, clients, and staff.
In this role, you will be responsible for patient husbandry, boarding care, and general housekeeping throughout the facility. You will provide meals, medications as directed and walks for boarding patients; oversee dogs in daycare; and closely monitor patients for any medical, behavioral, or environmental concerns. You’ll maintain detailed documentation of your observations and communicate any concerns promptly to the veterinary team.
You will also help ensure kennels, common areas, treatment spaces, and other facility areas are clean, sanitized, organized, and well stocked with necessary supplies. Additionally, you will be responsible for monitoring facility cameras to help ensure the safety and well-being of boarding and daycare patients, identifying potential concerns and alerting the appropriate team members when needed.
Schedule and compensation:
- Compensation: $15.16 per hour, for each hour worked
- This is a full-time position availability needed on Monday - Wednesday from 11am - 7pm and Saturday and Sunday 6am - 2pm.
- This position requires availability to work on holidays as part of our regular staffing schedule.
Full-time Benefits Package*:
- Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401k with company match
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
- Personal pet discount
*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law
Your qualifications:
- 1+ years of experience as a veterinary kennel assistant / kennel technician preferred
- Will consider related experience within animal care such as boarding / doggy daycare attendant, FFA or 4H background
- A genuine passion for animal care and patient wellbeing
- Confidence working with dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
- Ability to safely handle, restrain, walk, and monitor animals under supervision
- Strong awareness of animal behavior and willingness to learn patient safety and handling techniques
- Ability to stay organized and maintain a clean, safe environment
- Physical ability to meet the demands of a hands-on animal care role
Why choose Four Paws Pet Hotel & Resort?
Four Paws Pet Hotel and Resort, based in Fort Collins, Colorado, is the ultimate destination for pet owners seeking premium care and luxury accommodations for their furry companions. Offering a comprehensive range of services, including boarding, daycare, grooming, and training, Four Paws provides a tailored experience for each pet, ensuring their comfort, safety, and happiness. With spacious suites, personalized attention from experienced caregivers, and a variety of enriching activities, Four Paws Pet Hotel and Resort sets the standard for excellence in pet hospitality, allowing pet owners to enjoy peace of mind while their beloved pets enjoy a five-star stay.
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Posting Date: 09/18/26
The application deadline is at least 5 days after the posting date.
How to apply: Please click the "apply" link provided on the job posting platform.
This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.
Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact hr@westernvetpartners.com. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.
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