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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a compassionate, attentive Kennel Assistant to join our team. The Kennel Assistant's responsibilities include feeding and grooming animals, cleaning cages, walking animals, and monitoring their behavior. You should also be able to recognize any signs of stress or disease in animals. To be successful as a Kennel Assistant, you should demonstrate a passion for animals and have excellent organizational skills. Ultimately, an outstanding Kennel Assistant will exhibit unwavering patience and be able to ensure the safety and well-being of animals in our care.
Responsibilities
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- Cleaning cages
- Walking animals
- Monitoring animal behavior
- Recognizing signs of stress or disease
- Ensuring the safety and well-being of animals
- Assisting with administrative tasks
- Maintaining clean and organized kennel areas
- Providing basic medical care
- Communicating with pet owners
Requirements
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- Previous experience in a similar role
- Knowledge of animal behavior and care
- Physical fitness and ability to lift heavy items
- Patience and ability to handle stressed animals
- Excellent organizational skills
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work flexible hours
- Basic knowledge of animal health and hygiene regulations
- Passion for animals
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Do you have any experience working with animals?
- How would you handle a stressed or aggressive animal?
- What do you find most rewarding about working with animals?
- Can you describe a time when you had to handle an emergency situation involving an animal?
- Are you comfortable with cleaning and maintenance tasks?