Animal Care Attendant - Dog Boarding

Job Description

Job Description

Playful Pups Retreat in Elizabethtown, PA is seeking a part-time Kennel Attendant to provide exceptional, detail-oriented care for our clients' beloved pets. Are you a dedicated animal lover who takes pride in reliability, hard work, and showing up fully for your team and the dogs in your care? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where compassion, accountability, and quality truly matter? If so, please read on!

This part-time pet care position earns a competitive wage of $13–$14 per hour . We offer exceptional benefits , including paid time off (PTO), AFLAC insurance options, scheduling flexibility, employee discounts, the ability to bring your dog to work, and company-provided shirts. If you're looking for meaningful work with a company that values commitment and excellence, apply today!

ABOUT PLAYFUL PUPS RETREAT

At Playful Pups Retreat, our goal is to be the very best home away from home for every dog entrusted to our care. We are a premium overnight pet lodging facility committed to providing a safe, enriching, healthy, and nurturing environment for dogs while their families are away for the day or on vacation.

Our focus is on purposeful enrichment and exercise that supports mental and physical stimulation, ongoing socialization, confidence building, and training foundations - along with plenty of belly rubs and snuggles, of course! We recognize that every dog is an individual, and we take the time to understand each pet's personality so we can provide truly individualized care.

Our team is made up of positive, dependable, detail-oriented individuals who are knowledgeable about dog behavior and committed to high standards of care. We foster a supportive, team-focused work environment and strongly believe in internal growth opportunities. We value reliability, accountability, and compassion - and we back that up with competitive wages, benefits, and meaningful perks.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A KENNEL ATTENDANT

In this part-time animal care role, you play a vital role in maintaining a safe, clean, and enriching environment for the dogs in our care. Each day, you arrive prepared and focused, ready to provide structured enrichment activities that keep our guests mentally engaged and physically active. You are responsible for feeding dogs, thoroughly sanitizing dog rooms, and maintaining overall facility cleanliness to our high standards.

You are attentive, observant, and proactive - always prioritizing safety, comfort, and the well-being of each dog. Whether you are walking a guest or communicating with a pet parent, you are warm, professional, and kind. Our clients trust us with their family members, and you help ensure that trust is earned every single day.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A KENNEL ATTENDANT

• Dog handling experience preferred

• Ability to safely work with dogs of all sizes and breeds

• Dependable, patient, and caring

• Strong work ethic and attention to detail

• Positive, open-minded, can-do attitude

• Willingness to learn and grow within the pet care industry

• Motivated, reliable, and focused on providing excellent care

If this sounds like you, you may be a great fit for our animal care team!

WORK SCHEDULE

This part-time position requires availability every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday) , select holidays, and flexibility across shifts. Our primary shifts are 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM and 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM .

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you believe you would be a strong addition to our pet care team, please complete our 3-minute, mobile-friendly application . We look forward to meeting dedicated individuals who share our passion for dogs and exceptional care.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & SAFETY EXPECTATIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Team members must be able to stand for extended periods, work outdoors in varying weather conditions, sit, bend, twist, and lift or carry up to 50 pounds . Clear vision, hearing, and communication skills are required.

Safely handling dogs of all sizes - including dogs that may pull or jump - is an essential part of this role. Playful Pups Retreat prioritizes safety, and all team members are expected to follow established policies and procedures at all times.

Before applying, please carefully consider whether you can meet these physical requirements.

Playful Pups Retreat is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Location: 17022

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