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Animal Caretaker Job Description Sample Template

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This free Animal Caretaker job description sample template can help you attract an innovative and experienced Animal Caretaker to your company. We make the hiring process one step easier by giving you a template to simply post to our site. Make sure to add requirements, benefits, and perks specific to the role and your company.

Animal Caretaker Job Summary

We are in need of an Animal Caretaker to help take care of the dogs and other animals at our facility. In this position, you will be responsible for feeding, exercising, and cleaning up after the animals. You will also ensure that we are in compliance with all animal welfare regulations. Our perfect candidate has several years of animal care, pet sitting, or kennel management experience. You also need to have the physical stamina to keep up with our more active dogs.

Animal Caretaker Duties and Responsibilities

  • Intake all animals as they come to our facility
  • Feed animals on a regular schedule
  • Keep kennels and common areas clean
  • Administer medication
  • Exercise and play with dogs

Animal Caretaker Requirements and Qualifications

  • A high school diploma or GED certificate
  • Animal care experience
  • Physical stamina
  • Passion for working with animals
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