Dog Daycare - Kennel Attendant

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Job Title: Dog Daycare Kennel Attendant

Location: Hounds Town Atlanta Smyrna

Reports To:  Shift Supervisor

Position Summary

Hounds Town Atlanta Smyrna is seeking a dependable, energetic, and dog-loving Kennel Attendant to join our team. This position is responsible for providing exceptional care and supervision for dogs in our daycare, boarding, and grooming facility while maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment. The ideal candidate is reliable, physically active, and passionate about animal care and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise dogs during daycare playgroups and monitor behavior to ensure safe interactions. 
• Feed, water, medicate (as directed), and care for boarding dogs. 
• Clean and sanitize kennels, play areas, feeding areas, and common spaces throughout the day. 
• Monitor dogs for signs of illness, injury, or stress and report concerns immediately. 
• Safely separate dogs when necessary and follow playgroup protocols. 
• Assist with check-in and check-out of daycare and boarding guests. 
• Maintain accurate feeding, medication, and behavior records. 
• Provide excellent customer service by interacting professionally with pet parents. 
• Assist with laundry, dishes, waste disposal, and other housekeeping duties. 
• Follow all company safety procedures and animal handling policies. 
• Support team members and help ensure smooth daily operations. 

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with dogs is preferred but not required. 
• Comfortable handling dogs of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments. 
• Strong communication and teamwork skills. 
• Reliable transportation and punctual attendance. 
• Ability to remain calm in a fast-paced environment. 
• Must be at least 18 years old. 

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds. 
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions. 
• Ability to be active for extended periods throughout the shift. 
• Comfortable around barking dogs, cleaning chemicals, and pet hair. 

Schedule

• Part-time positions available. 
• Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts. 
• Morning, afternoon, and evening shifts may be required. 

Preferred Qualities

• Passion for working with dogs. 
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic. 
• Attention to detail and cleanliness. 
• Ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities. 
• Willingness to learn dog body language and safe handling techniques. 

Benefits (if applicable)

• Employee discounts on daycare, boarding, and grooming services. 
• Paid training. 
• Opportunities for advancement. 
• Flexible scheduling. 
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment. 

Hounds Town Atlanta Smyrna is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants who are passionate about providing exceptional care for dogs in a safe, fun, and clean environment.