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Kennel Attendant

Care A Lot Pet Supply
Virginia, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/2/2026

Daycare & Boarding Attendant – Diamond Springs

Please apply online at:
https://www.carealotpetresorts.com/careers/

Location: Diamond Springs

Summary

Do you love animals? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same? If you're looking for a rewarding career working with pets, Care-A-Lot Pet Resorts may be the perfect fit for you!

Care-A-Lot Pet Supply has been a family-owned and operated business for more than 35 years. We proudly operate four retail stores with full-service grooming salons and two premier pet resort facilities offering daycare and boarding.

At Care-A-Lot, our motto is "Your pets are our babies too," and we truly mean it. We are looking for compassionate, dependable individuals who are passionate about providing exceptional care for every pet that walks through our doors.

Whether you have previous animal care experience or simply have a genuine love for pets and a strong work ethic, we'd love to meet you!

What You'll Do

As a Daycare & Boarding Attendant, you'll help provide a safe, clean, and fun environment for our guests. Responsibilities include:

  • Feeding and administering medications as directed
  • Refreshing water throughout the day
  • Maintaining a clean and sanitary facility
  • Supervising dogs in playgroups while ensuring safe social interactions
  • Monitoring pet behavior and reporting concerns
  • Providing plenty of love, attention, belly rubs, and cuddles to our furry guests
  • Assisting with general kennel and resort operations

Benefits

Full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Monthly pet food program for qualifying dog or cat food
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Employee discounts
  • Opportunities for advancement

After one year of employment, eligible employees also receive:

  • 80 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 6 paid holidays
  • Additional PTO benefits with continued years of service

What We're Looking For

  • Strong verbal communication skills
  • Reliable attendance and dependable work history
  • Animal care experience (professional or personal) preferred
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
  • Ability to work well as part of a team
  • Willingness to learn and follow established procedures
  • Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
  • Commitment to excellent customer service
  • Professionalism and ethical conduct

Work Environment

This position works primarily in our daycare and boarding facility and may occasionally assist in other areas of the pet resort.

Physical Requirements

  • Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and reaching
  • Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis
  • Comfortable working around dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, and other companion animals
  • Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments in varying weather conditions

Schedule

  • Full-time and part-time opportunities available
  • Must be available to work weekends and holidays as needed
  • Hours will vary based on business needs

Education

  • High school diploma or GED preferred.

Apply today! We are always looking for caring, hardworking people who want to make a difference in the lives of pets and their families.

Apply online at:
https://www.carealotpetresorts.com/careers/

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.00 - $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $13 - $14

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