Kennel Assistant

**About Us**:
Kennel Club Boarding is a premier dog kennel situated near Manotick, ON, specializing in providing exceptional boarding and daycare services for dogs. We pride ourselves on maintaining a comfortable and supportive work environment that fosters personal and professional growth.

**Work Environment**:

- Casual work attire
- Comprehensive on-the-job training
- Comprehensive medical benefits

**Responsibilities**:

- Assist with the daily care and maintenance of animals in the kennel, ensuring a clean and nurturing environment.
- Clean and sanitize kennels, cages, and common areas to maintain high standards of hygiene.
- Feed and water animals according to their specific dietary needs.
- Provide exercise and playtime to all dogs in our care, ensuring they receive ample physical activity.
- Supervise dogs during social interactions to ensure safety and positive experiences.
- Administer medications as needed, following prescribed guidelines.
- Monitor the health and behavior of animals, promptly reporting any concerns or abnormalities.
- Assist with grooming tasks, including bathing, brushing, and nail trimming.
- Maintain accurate records of animal care and behavior, ensuring thorough documentation.
- Observe dogs to ensure good health and well-being.
- Move dogs to different areas as required for their care and comfort.

**Requirements**:

- Proven ability to handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Physical capability to perform heavy lifting (up to 50 pounds) for tasks such as moving bags of food or handling larger dogs.
- Flexibility to work weekends and holidays, as our kennel operates 365 days a year.
- Knowledge of basic animal care practices and an understanding of animal behavior.
- Ability to work independently and effectively manage time.
- Strong multitasking abilities.
- Dependable, punctual, and detail-oriented.
- Comfortable with active, physically demanding work, including bending and crouching.
- Reliable transportation is required, as there is no public transportation available at this location.
- Ability to successfully complete online dog safety training

**Nice to Have**:

- Previous experience working with animals in a professional setting.
- Background in farm work.
- Completion of animal or dog safety training.

**Schedule**:
Our kennel operates on a 4-day on, 4-day off schedule. Shifts are from 7 am to 6 pm. The kennel is open 365 days a year, requiring flexibility in scheduling.

**Description**:
We offer a competitive hourly rate based on experience. We are currently hiring for permanent full-time positions ( This is not a summer position) Our duties are well-defined and encompass all aspects of caring for dogs. Our team works collaboratively in a friendly and cooperative environment.

**How to Apply**:
If you are passionate about working with animals and committed to providing exceptional care, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume, detailing your relevant experience and qualifications, for consideration.

Pay: $18.00-$20.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Store discount
- Vision care

Application question(s):

- Do you anticipate staying in this position for at least a full year if hired?
- Our location isn’t served by public transit. Do you have reliable access to a personal vehicle or alternative transportation to commute to and from work?

**Experience**:

- Kennel: 1 year (preferred)
- Farm: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person