Kennel Attendant, Calgary Animal Referral & Emergency Centre

Kennel Attendant 

Department: ER 

Location: Calgary, AB 

Position: Part-time

We are seeking a compassionate and responsible Kennel Assistant to join our veterinary hospital team. The ideal candidate will provide daily care and supervision for hospitalized and boarding animals, ensuring their safety, comfort, and well-being. This role is critical to maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient kennel environment that supports both our patients and veterinary staff. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Feed, water, and monitor the health and behaviour of hospitalized or boarding animals.

• Clean and sanitize kennels, cages, and common areas in accordance with hospital protocols.

• Walk animals as appropriate.

• Observe and report any changes in animal behaviour or health to veterinary staff promptly.

• Assist veterinary technicians and veterinarians with basic procedures and animal handling as needed.

• Follow all safety, sanitation, and infection control procedures.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Previous experience working with animals in a kennel, shelter, or veterinary environment is an asset.

• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and organizational skills.

• Compassionate, patient, and team-oriented mindset.

• Physical ability to lift to 20 kg and spend time on your feet and cleaning

What VCA Canada Offers:

• RRSP Employer 5% Match Program – saving for your future just got easier!

• A caring culture of Wellness and Appreciation!

• Competitive wages and benefits!

• Opportunity to apply for a Veterinary Technician/Technologist scholarship (annual process)

• Annual uniform allowance

• Exceptional career development: there is room to grow here!

• Referral Bonus Rewards

• Opportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiatives

• Generous personal pet care discounts

• Extra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness apps!

Our Story

VCA Canada is a network of veterinary hospitals, with our head office in Calgary, Alberta, committed to positively impacting pets, people, and local communities for nearly 45 years. We have compassion for the neighbourhoods we serve and every pet within them, not just those we see in our hospitals. Every VCA Canada hospital location takes pride in its legacy of excellence, earning the trust of pet owners by delivering the highest quality of medicine to keep pets happy and healthy.

In 2017, VCA Canada became part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, solidifying an even stronger commitment to ensuring the strength and stability of the veterinary profession and our commitment to pet parents nationwide. VCA Canada is also passionate about providing an industry-leading Associate experience to over 4,000 Canadians employed across the country. In 2026, for the third year in a row, we were named one of Alberta's Top Employers, which recognizes organizations whose head offices are located within the province and lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work. Additionally, we were selected as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People 2026, which recognizes employers across Canada that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work and programs for young people starting their careers.

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VCA Canada is committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. If you require any assistance, please let us know.  

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