Pet Care Attendant - West Lafayette, IN

Who we are

Animal Hospital at Baldwin Park is Hiring a Pet Care Attendant!

Position Details

• Role: Pet Care Attendant
• Status: Part-time
• Salary: Negotiable and based on experience

Is your ideal job spending time with dogs and cats while getting paid to do it? Do you have a passion for caring for animals? Then you might just be the perfect fit for our Pet Care Attendant role here at Klondike Kennels! We’re searching for someone who is enthusiastic about animals and ready to join a supportive, fun-loving team. In this role, you’ll be instrumental in maintaining the health, happiness, and overall well-being of the furry guests staying with us.

Availability Requirements:

Must be flexible and available to work mornings, evenings, weekends, school breaks and holidays; including before, day of, and the days after Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s, and Spring Break

Why You’ll Love It Here:Klondike Kennels is not just a place to work—it’s a community of people who care about animals, their well-being, and each other. If you’re ready to be a part of that, apply today and make the most of your passion for pet care!

Job Requirements:

• Willingness to work both indoors and outdoors, even when the weather is not perfect
• Must be able to walk large dogs (50 lbs+) Got muscles? You’ll need them!
• Ability to handle a variety of breeds and sizes, from tiny house cats and Chihuahuas to big Great
• Danes with confidence
• While an animal care background is desired, a deep love for pets and a willingness to learn will go a long way.
• Don’t worry, we’ll show you the ropes (and the leashes).

Key Responsibilities Will Include:

• Exercising and engaging with dogs
• Monitoring canine health and behavior for any changes
• Observing cats for any signs they’ve mastered world domination (or just ensuring they’re content and healthy)
• Maintaining a clean environment because pets love a good, tidy space just as much as we do

What’s In It for You:

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Each member of our staff can expect:

• Mentorship and support to grow your career including opportunities for advancement
• Flexible scheduling to support a proper work-life balance
• Cross-training and opportunities for continuing education
• Opportunity to serve the community through our partnerships with local rescues

Join Our Team!

Think you're the pet care attendant we're looking for? Apply today!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Animal Hospital at Baldwin Park and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.