Do you love animals and want to build experience in veterinary medicine? All Pets Animal Hospital is looking for a reliable, compassionate Kennel Assistant to help care for the dogs and cats who stay with us for boarding, hospitalization, treatment, and recovery.
This is a hands-on animal care role where your attention, teamwork, and compassion make a difference every day. Previous veterinary experience is welcome but not required-we're happy to train someone with the right attitude and a genuine interest in animal care.
What You'll Do
Provide food, fresh water, walks, and appropriate exercise for dogs and cats.
Deliver compassionate care and safe handling for animals of different sizes and temperaments.
Clean and sanitize kennels, cages, runs, and common areas.
Observe patients for changes in appetite, behavior, or condition and report concerns to the medical team.
Wash bedding and linens and keep patient care areas clean, organized, and stocked.
Assist Veterinary Assistants and Veterinary Technicians with basic animal handling and daily hospital tasks.
Follow hospital protocols for patient care, sanitation, and safety.
What We're Looking For
Previous animal care or veterinary experience is a plus, but not required
Experience in a veterinary hospital, kennel, boarding facility, shelter, rescue, daycare, or similar setting is helpful
Genuine interest in animal care and veterinary medicine
Reliable, hardworking, and willing to learn
Strong attention to detail and cleanliness
Comfortable handling dogs and cats of different sizes and temperaments
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Good communication and observation skills
Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent required
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform physically active tasks throughout the workday
Comfortable working in a busy veterinary hospital environment
Weekend and holiday availability may be required based on hospital needs
Job Benefits
You'll work alongside Veterinarians, Veterinary Technicians, and Veterinary Assistants while gaining valuable experience in:
Animal handling and patient care
Kennel and hospital sanitation
Patient observation and monitoring
Veterinary hospital operations
Training and career development opportunities are available. Compensation and benefits will be discussed during the interview process and are based on the position's employment status and eligibility.
Available benefits may include:
Paid time off
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Employee discounts
Flexible scheduling
401(k) with company match
Training and career development opportunities
Apply today to join the All Pets Animal Hospital Rogers team in Rogers, Arkansas!
