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Full-Time Kennel Technician

Dallas, TX ยท On-site

$12 - $15.75/hr

Dallas, Texas Description Canine Country Club and Wellness Center is looking for a full-time kennel technician to join our team. We are a boarding, grooming and wellness center located in Dallas, TX. ...

Full-Time Kennel Technician

Dallas, TX

$12 - $15.75/hr

Canine Country Club and Wellness Center is looking for a full-time kennel technician to join our team. We are a boarding, grooming and wellness center located in Dallas, TX. We offer a training and a ...

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How much do kennel club jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for kennel club in the United States is $17.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.18 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Kennel Club?

A Kennel Club is an organization dedicated to the registration, promotion, and regulation of purebred dogs. These clubs often set breed standards, organize dog shows and competitions, and support responsible breeding practices. They also provide resources and education for dog owners and breeders. Examples include The Kennel Club (UK) and the American Kennel Club (AKC) in the United States.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Kennel Club Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Kennel Club Manager, you need skills in animal care, facility management, and knowledge of breed standards, often supported by experience or certification in animal services or kennel operations. Familiarity with kennel management software, animal health records systems, and compliance with local animal welfare regulations is essential. Strong communication, organizational skills, and a passion for animal welfare help foster positive relationships with pet owners and staff. These abilities ensure the well-being of animals, smooth facility operations, and high-quality service to clients.

What is the difference between Kennel Club vs Pet Care Technician?

AspectKennel ClubPet Care Technician
CertificationsVaries by country, often includes breed and grooming certificationsOften requires pet care or veterinary assistant certifications
Work EnvironmentKennel facilities, animal shelters, breeding establishmentsVeterinary clinics, animal hospitals, pet grooming salons
Industry UsageUsed in breed registration, dog shows, and kennel managementUsed in veterinary and pet care services

The Kennel Club primarily focuses on breed registration, dog shows, and kennel management, often requiring breed-specific knowledge and certifications. Pet Care Technicians work directly with animals in veterinary settings, providing medical and daily care. While both roles involve working with animals, the Kennel Club is more industry and breed-focused, whereas Pet Care Technicians are involved in health and medical care.

What are some common challenges faced by staff working at a Kennel Club, and how can they be managed effectively?

Staff at a Kennel Club often encounter challenges such as managing a diverse range of dog breeds with different temperaments, maintaining high standards of animal care, and ensuring clear communication with pet owners. Effective time management and teamwork are essential, as days can involve supervising dog activities, handling administrative tasks, and responding to unexpected situations like health concerns. Regular training and collaboration with colleagues help staff stay prepared to address these challenges while maintaining a safe and positive environment for both dogs and humans.
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Infographic showing various Kennel Club job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 56% Full Time, 39% Part Time, 3% Nights, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,751 per year, or $17.7 per hour.
Pet Hotel: Customer Service + Kennel Attendant

Pet Hotel: Customer Service + Kennel Attendant

Kennel Club LAX

Los Angeles, CA โ€ข On-site

$13.50 - $17.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago


Job description

Check us out at www.kennelclublax.com!
What we're about:
Kennel Club LAX is a Convenient Pet Hotel Established in 1983. We are a luxury dog boarding & daycare facility. Cats, Rabbits, Pocket Pets, and exotics welcome too. We offer 24/7/365 industry leading care to dogs in our communities. Our facilities offer everything from Daycare, Overnight Boarding (in our fabulous Cottages and Bark Ave Suites!), Dog Training and Grooming! Since we are conveniently close to LAX airport we offer comfort stops (Limo service to and from airport) for Jet Setting pets. We take great pride in what we do so our new team members must be excited and prepared to work hard!
What we're looking for:
We're looking for Animal passionate people who can work hard but play hard to. While we have fun at what we do, there's no question its hard work. We are looking for dedicated, punctual people who have an attention to detail and LOVE ANIMALS! We prefer candidates to have prior experience with dogs in a shelter, dog boarding facility or veterinary hospital. You have to be okay with getting dirty. We want you to be able to roll up your sleeves and get right into it. This job isn't for someone who just wants to pet and cuddle puppies, while we get to do a lot of that, there is a lot of hard work that goes on behind the scenes.
Candidates will have strong guest service skills as well as high attention to detail. The care and safety of the animals left in our care is our number one priority. These candidates will be able to quickly adapt to an ever changing environment, remember its dogs, and be able to prioritize quickly. These candidates will have a high sense of urgency and be able to understand their role within the operations of our building. These candidates will understand that our first responsibility is to our guests (both two and four legged) and will have the sense of ethics to do what is right for them. These candidates will be able to organize their time and their work areas for maximum efficiency. These candidates report to the Manager.
Positions available, Descriptions below.
Customer Service:
Customer service, will answer phone calls, emails and interact directly with clients. Provides direct care of animals, and maintain a clean safe working environment. Will use Company van to pick up, or drop off pets at LAX Airport or Cargo Facility. Valid drivers license with no points required. (Includes Commission!)
Dog Bather / Stylist:
The Bather is responsible for brushing and bathing pets. Bathers must insure that each pet leaves the grooming room clean, free of mats, and fleas. The groomer also does occasional clipping and shave downs for dogs and cats. Groomers must have previous hands on working experience of at least 1 year and also be comfortable bathing all breed + sizes of dogs including cats!
Kennel Attendant/ Feeder:
Full time Pet Feeder / Kennel Attendant position currently needed. Providing direct care and maintenance of kennel, feeding, activities with pets (playtime), potty breaks, medications, general husbandry of all boarding pets. Flexibility is required- including: weekends and Holidays. We are available to our clients 24/7, 365 days a year!
Requirements
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Provide Excellent Customer Service
  • Friendly outgoing manner, works well in team environment.
  • Excellent client service skills.
  • Excellent phone skills.
  • Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
  • Must be friendly, and outgoing.
  • Ability to take direction
  • Ability to handle money accurately and honestly.
  • Computer knowledge
  • Must possess sound decision making skills and the ability to multi-task.
  • Must treat all animals with care and respect and work well with them.
  • Properly handle pets, to ensure pets' safety and handlers' safety.
  • Oversee Feeding
  • Monitor Pets' Health
  • Administer medication to dogs and cats (pills, insulin or fluids)
  • Must enjoy keeping pets and kennels clean.
  • Ability to work unsupervised.
  • Well groomed, organized and detail oriented.
  • Constant Cleaning
  • Ability to kneel, bend and lift up to 50lbs
  • Bathing dogs and cats if necessary
  • Must be comfortable driving company utility van to pick up pets. (This includes having a valid driver's license with NO points)

PLEASE NOTE: ALL jobs at Kennel Club LAX require quite a bit of facility management and janitorial duties. We all clean and keep our hotel looking spotless.
If you think you might be a match, please submit your resume WITH salary history and references. Please remember, we're a hotel for dogs, cats, rabbits, pocket pets and exotics but we're still a hotel so strong customer service skills are required.
Please no calls, Apply here, or via our website: http://www.kennelclublax.com/about-us/careers-2/
Benefits
Full Time Employee: Medical, 401k, Paid Time off Accrued Vacation