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Kennel Worker

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Community Veterinary Partners

Springfield, VA (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 6 weeks ago (Updated 4 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 5/27/2026

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Job Description

Kennel WorkerAbout the RoleAs a Kennel Assistant, you will help provide excellent care for pets staying in our hospital. This includes feeding, cleaning, walking dogs, monitoring pets for changes, and ensuring every pet is comfortable and safe. You will also help maintain cleanliness throughout the hospital and support the medical team when needed.

What Youll Do
  • Provide daily care for boarding and hospitalized pets
  • Clean kennels, runs, litter boxes, and common areas
  • Walk dogs and provide enrichment
  • Monitor pets for changes in behavior or health
  • Assist with restraint and basic husbandry tasks (if trained)
  • Maintain laundry, dishes, and supply restocking
  • Ensure pets go home clean, dry, and happy What Were Looking For
  • Experience with animals preferred but not required
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically active environment
  • Comfortable handling dogs and cats of all sizes
  • Reliable, team-oriented, and willing to learn
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Availability for weekends and holidaysWhy Join Us
  • Supportive, friendly team
  • Opportunities to learn about veterinary care
  • Employee pet care discounts
  • Growth potential within the hospital

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