Description
Kennel workers handle animals in kennels or catteries and provide care for pets. They feed the animals, clean their cages, look after ill or old animals, groom them and take them out for a walk.
EssentialOptional
Theoretical Knowledge
Practical Skills
assist in transportation of animalsassess animal behaviourmaintain animal accommodation hygienicassess animal's conditiongroom animalsfollow verbal instructionsprotect health and safety when handling animalsfollow written instructionsfeed petsmaintain customer servicecontrol animal movementmonitor the welfare of animalsbathe dogswork with veterinariansprovide dog walking servicesstay alerttrain employeeshandle veterinary emergenciesmaintain welfare of animals during transportationimplement exercise activities for animalsadvise on animal welfaremaintain professional administrationinstruct on animal careprovide an enriching environment for animalswork in shiftsmaintain equipmentadvise customers on appropriate pet carecommunicate with customerscreate animal records