CareerPlan

Kennel Assistant

Edinburgh Animal HospitalFull-time2026-11-11
Based in United States

Core

Support veterinarians and technicians in daily animal care, boarding, and facility maintenance at a veterinary hospital.

Role type

entry-level kennel assistant

Builds

animal care services and boarding facilities

Domain

veterinary services / animal care

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

animal handling, emergency response, documentation, medication administration, housekeeping, stress alleviation

Responsibilities

Monitor animal health and comfort; document treatments and observations; walk dogs in all weather; feed and water animals; clean kennels, cages, and laundry; bathe animals; administer oral and topical medications; assist with patient check-in/out; alleviate animal stress through play.