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Thrive Pet Healthcare

Kennel Attendant

Forney, TX · On-site

$11.25 - $14.50/hr

This role is perfect for someone who loves working hands - on with animals and takes pride in ... Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills * A program designed to ...

Animal Medical Center of Forney

Kennel Attendant

Forney, TX

$11.25 - $14.50/hr

This role is perfect for someone who loves working hands‑on with animals and takes pride in ... Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills * A program designed to ...

Innovetive PetCare

Full-Time Kennel Technician

Dallas, TX · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

Full-Time Kennel Technician Department: Boarding Employment Type: Full Time Location: Dallas, Texas ... live healthier, happier lives. Whether you're beginning your career in veterinary medicine or ...

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Aurora, CO · On-site

$17 - $20/hr

Fill-in coverage for days off + shared weekly schedule * Opportunity to grow into consistent hours ... MSUs provide an added layer of security through live camera monitoring, lighting, recording systems ...

Innovetive Petcare

Full-Time Kennel Technician

Dallas, TX · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

Full-Time Kennel Technician Canine Country Club & Wellness Center | Dallas, TX Join Our Team! Do ... live healthier, happier lives. Whether you're beginning your career in veterinary medicine or ...

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Kennel Technician

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for live in kennel 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 live in kennel?

A Live In Kennel worker is someone who resides on-site at a kennel facility to care for animals—typically dogs and sometimes cats—around the clock. Their duties often include feeding, cleaning, exercising, and monitoring the health and well-being of the animals. By living on the premises, they provide consistent supervision and are available to respond quickly to emergencies or special needs. This role is essential for kennels that need 24/7 care for their animals, especially during holidays or when owners are away.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a live in kennel?

To thrive as a Live-In Kennel Assistant, you need practical experience or training in animal care, basic first aid for animals, and a genuine passion for working with dogs and other pets. Familiarity with kennel management software, cleaning equipment, and feeding protocols is typically expected. Strong communication, reliability, and the ability to work independently are crucial soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities are essential to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of animals in your care, as well as to maintain smooth daily operations.

What are common challenges faced by live in kennel staff and how can they be managed?

Live In Kennel staff often face challenges such as managing a high volume of animals with varying needs, maintaining cleanliness and hygiene, and handling emergency situations like sudden animal illnesses. Building strong time management skills and staying organized are essential for balancing daily care, feeding, cleaning, and exercise routines. Working closely with other staff members and maintaining open communication also helps ensure the well-being of the animals and smooth operation of the kennel. Most facilities provide on-the-job training and support to help staff handle these challenges effectively.
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Kennel Technician - Opelika, AL

New Baltimore Animal Hospital

Opelika, AL • On-site

$11.25 - $14.75/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Opelika Animal Hospital is Hiring a Kennel Technician!

Position Details

  • Role: Kennel Technician
  • Status: Full-time
  • Salary: Negotiable and based on experience
  • Schedule: 40-hour work week with rotating schedule between hours of 7:15 am - 6:15 pm weekly and rotation hours on alternating weekends

Opelika Animal Hospital is looking for a kennel technician to join our team! Our team consists of highly skilled veterinarians and staff. Together, we have a combined 110 years of experience in veterinary medicine. Our knowledge and experience allow us to provide the best medical care possible for your pet. Loving, humane treatment of animals is our top priority, and we are committed to providing the care your pet needs to live a long, happy life.

Why Our Kennel Technicians Love it Here

  • Scheduling to foster a proper work-life balance and offers flexibility when life happens
  • Opportunity to grow and learn
  • A supportive environment where you can be yourself

How Our Kennel Technicians Spend Your Day

  • Transporting pets to and from kennels.
  • Ensuring that the animals always have ample fresh food and water
  • Cleaning animal waste, spilled food, hair and other debris from kennels
  • Accompany animals on walks, if required
  • Calming animals that are in distress
  • Bathing dogs and cats
  • Reporting significant changes in functioning to the Veterinarian or medical professional on duty
  • Evacuating all animals in case of an emergency
  • Assisting Veterinarians -experience required

What Our Kennel Technicians Bring

  • Previous experience caring for animals
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Physically fit and agile
  • Capacity to lift to 50 pounds unaided.
  • A passion for animal welfare
  • Available to work evenings, on weekends, and public holidays
  • Previous experience as a kennel tech preferred.

Financial Benefits

  • A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance
  • 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
  • Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
  • 529 Savings Plan
  • Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
  • Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

  • Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
  • Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
  • All US-based, benefits-eligible employees with a minimum of one year of service may receive up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time only)
  • Sick Time / Paid Time Off
  • Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
  • Pet discounts on services and products
  • Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

  • Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Continuing education allowance
  • Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

  • Six paid holidays (full-time only)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

Think you're the kennel technician we're looking for? Apply today!

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Opelika Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.

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