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Western Veterinary Partners

Runs locally branded veterinary practices

Kennel Assistant / Animal Care Specialist

Veterinary ProfessionalsUpdated on Nov 10
Full-timeRaleigh, NC, USA$16 - $18 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Candidates should have 1+ years of experience as a veterinary kennel assistant or kennel technician; related animal-care experience such as boarding or doggy daycare attendant work, or an FFA or 4-H background, will also be considered.
  • Candidates must be confident working with dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments.
  • Candidates must be able to safely handle, restrain, walk, and monitor animals under supervision.
  • Candidates should have awareness of animal behavior and willingness to learn patient-safety and handling techniques.
  • Candidates must be able to stay organized and maintain a clean, safe environment.
  • Candidates must have the physical ability to meet the demands of a hands-on animal-care role.

Responsibilities

  • Provide patient husbandry and care, as well as general housekeeping throughout the hospital.
  • Provide meals and walks to boarding patients.
  • Administer medication to patients.
  • Monitor patients for medical or behavioral concerns and document observations in detail.
  • Keep kennels, common spaces, and treatment areas sanitized and well stocked with supplies.

Desired Qualifications

  • A genuine passion for animal care and patient wellbeing.
  • Strong work ethic and willingness to take initiative.
  • Dependability and attention to detail.

About the Company

Western Veterinary Partners

Runs locally branded veterinary practices

Western Veterinary Partners acquires and operates veterinary practices across the United States, combining local pet care with a shared business support team. Its partner hospitals retain their own names and clinical decision-making while receiving the administrative resources of a larger group. Central teams handle marketing, recruiting, human resources, accounting and legal work so clinicians focus on treating animals. The group works with practice owners on sales and partnerships, then earns revenue through the veterinary services its local hospitals perform for pet owners. Founded in 2019, Western Veterinary Partners is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Denver, CO
Founded
2019

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