Kennel Assistant
Mission Pet Health (Southern Veterinary Partners)Group
Berlin, MA Posted recently
- $17.50 to $18.50 per hour
- Part time
- Some weekends and holidays, is required
- GP
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About this job
General Information
Ref # 55958
Department Kennel
Job Site Berlin Animal Hospital & Indulge Pet Resort
Date Published 10-16-2026
Pay Class Part-Time
Base Min. $ 17.5
Base Max. $ 18.5
Job Description At Mission Pet Health, we do things a little differently! As part of our hiring process, we invite candidates to complete a short online assessment so we can better understand your skills and strengths. If you are being considered for the position, you will receive an e-mail from a Mission Pet Health recruiter with a link to complete the assessment at your convenience. Please be sure to check your spam or junk folder - sometimes these messages get filtered out.
Your Impact as a Kennel Assistant
- Provide Personalized Care: You'll be the primary caregiver for our boarding and daycare pets, ensuring they receive the correct food, exercise, and attention to make their stay comfortable and safe.
- Be the Eyes and Ears of Animal Health: You'll carefully monitor the behavior and habits of the animals in your care, promptly notifying the medical team of any unusual health concerns.
- Create a Safe and Healthy Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of the entire resort, from the kennel areas and runs to the outside grounds.
- Ensure Operational Excellence: You'll keep the resort running smoothly by managing inventory for food and cleaning supplies and collaborating with the team to ensure all tasks are completed.
What You'll Bring to the Team
- A genuine love for animals and a commitment to their welfare.
- A reliable and hardworking nature, with the ability to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication skills, good judgment, and the ability to handle stressful situations with composure.
- The physical capacity to lift up to 50+ lbs and perform the duties of a physically active role.
- Previous experience as a kennel assistant is preferred. A flexible schedule, including some weekends and holidays, is required.
Mission Pet Health (Southern Veterinary Partners), part of a hospital group
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Listed pay $17.50 to $18.50 per hour ($36,400 to $38,480 a year at 2,080 hours). That is 16% above the US median of $15.46 an hour for kennel and animal care staff. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025. Kennel and animal care pay guide
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