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Kennel Attendant

Aqueduct Animal Hospital
Rexford, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 6/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/18/2026

Kennel Attendant – Boarding & Daycare Department

About the Position
Our veterinary hospital is seeking a dependable, compassionate Kennel Attendant to join our Boarding and Daycare team. This role is essential to ensuring a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for the pets in our care. If you enjoy hands‑on work, love animals, and want to be part of a supportive team, we’d love to meet you.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide daily care for dogs and cats, including feeding, watering, and monitoring their well‑being
  • Maintain the overall cleanliness of the facility, including kennels, play areas, and common spaces
  • Clean, disinfect, and sanitize animal housing areas according to hospital protocols
  • Supervise and engage dogs in daycare playgroups and individual enrichment activities
  • Perform laundry duties and assist with bathing or basic grooming as needed
  • Restock supplies and keep work areas organized
  • Observe and report any changes in behavior, appetite, or health to veterinary staff
  • Follow all hospital protocols for animal handling, safety, and infection control

What We’re Looking For

  • A genuine love for animals and comfort working with dogs and cats of all sizes
  • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining a clean, sanitary environment
  • Ability to work on your feet, lift up to 50 lbs, and handle physically active tasks
  • Reliability, teamwork, and a positive attitude
  • Previous animal care or kennel experience is helpful but not required — we will train the right person

Schedule & Work Environment

  • Weekends and holidays are required, as pet care is needed every day
  • Fast‑paced, active environment with frequent interaction with animals
  • Opportunities for growth within the hospital for motivated team members

Why Join Us

  • Work with a supportive veterinary team
  • Gain hands‑on experience in animal care and behavior
  • Make a meaningful impact on the daily lives of pets and their families

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance

Shift:

  • 8 hour shift

Work Days:

  • Holidays
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16

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