Dog Walker/kennel Attendant

We are looking for night time Dog Walker/Kennel Attendant for Saturday and Sunday nights to join our team here at Westmorland Pet Retreat. If you have a passion for working with dogs and cats and meet all our requirements, we would love to hear from you. We are open 7 days a week including holidays and if you are available there may be shifts available for coverage due to vacation/sick time. The shift will commence at 8:30pm. Depending on how many dogs are staying overnight will determine the length of shift which usually ranges from 3.5 to 5 hours.

**Job Description**:

- Socializing dogs in **all types of weather**. Walking dogs individually or supervising large groups of dogs in an interactive social group, understanding dog behaviour and preventing fights.
- Provide care to all our guests: feeding, watering, and sometimes administering oral or topical medications as per customer instructions.
- Cleaning of facilities; inside kennels, outside kennels, food dishes and bedding.
- Documentation of daily notes on client charts.

Qualifications:

- Passion for taking care of cats and dogs
- Ability to interact with all breeds and temperaments in a calm and confident manner
- Physical abilities to perform all duties
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Must be efficient, trustworthy, attention to detail and RELIABLE
- Required to have a driver’s license and or reliable means of transportation. Public transportation is not available in our area
- BONUS: Previous kennel or animal care experience

**Job Type**:
Saturday & Sunday Nights
Pay Rate:
$16.55/Hour

**Job Type**: Casual

**Salary**: From $16.55 per hour

Expected hours: 6 per week

Schedule:

- Every Weekend
- Holidays
- Night shift

Work Location: In person