Kennel Assistant

All Creatures Veterinary Center•Carrollton, TX

About The Position

All Creatures Veterinary Center is hiring a part-time Kennel Assistant to work alongside veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to provide animal care and customer service. The role supports the health, comfort, and well-being of animals staying at the center. The schedule is weekday afternoons from 3 PM to 6:30 PM and weekend shifts of 2–4 hours. Salary is $10–$13, depending on experience and skills. Professional development opportunities are offered.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

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