kennel supervisor

Description

Kennel supervisors monitor the daily operations of the kennel under their supervision. They ensure that the pets kept in kennels are being properly handled and cared for. Kennel supervisors supervise the working staff and maintain contact with the owners of the pets while they drop off or pick up the pets.

EssentialOptional

Theoretical Knowledge

animal nutrition animal behaviour anatomy of animals physiology of animals animal welfare legislation animal training

Practical Skills

assess animal behaviour follow verbal instructions manage schedule of tasks protect health and safety when handling animals manage staff follow written instructions instruct on animal care maintain customer service control animal movement order supplies supervise work monitor the welfare of animals advise customers on appropriate pet care recruit employees work with veterinarians communicate with customers assist in transportation of animals maintain animal accommodation hygienic train employees groom animals handle veterinary emergencies plan dog grooming work implement exercise activities for animals advise on animal welfare maintain professional administration feed pets administer appointments manage a small-to-medium business provide an enriching environment for animals work in shifts provide first aid to animals plan shifts of employees provide dog walking services create animal records stay alert