Kennel Attendant

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
**Work setting**:

- Animal shelter
**Tasks**:

- Prepare food and feed animals
- Clean and disinfect cages, pens, aquariums, kennels, runs, stall and enclosures
- Keep records of animals treated
- Assist with inoculation and treatment of animals
- Supervise helpers
- Maintain and order supplies
- Monitor and document animal behaviour
**Dog training expertise**:

- Canine behaviour problems/modification
**Animal specialization**:

- Domestic animals/pets (cats, kittens, puppies, dogs, etc.)
**Transportation/travel information**:

- Valid driver's licence
**Work conditions and physical capabilities**:

- Attention to detail
- Physically demanding
- Bending, crouching, kneeling
- Fast-paced environment
**Weight handling**:

- Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
**Personal suitability**:

- Client focus
- Dependability
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Flexibility
- Judgement
- Reliability
- Team player
**Health benefits**:

- Dental plan
- Health care plan
- Vision care benefits
- Work Term: Permanent
- Work Language: English
- Hours: 16 to 32 hours per week