Animal Care Attendant / Kennel Assistant Jobs in Chennai Veterinary Hospital and Clinic

📋 Job Description

Jobzi is sourcing qualified candidates for Animal Care Attendant / Kennel Assistant positions in Chennai's private Veterinary Hospital and Clinic sector. This is a full-time opportunity with a reputed Veterinary Healthcare employer in Chennai offering competitive salary, structured growth, and a professional work environment. Tamil communication skills are preferred alongside English for professional and business interaction in Chennai.

📌 Key Responsibilities

• Feed, water, and monitor the health and behaviour of all animals in the kennel
• Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, and common areas according to hygiene protocols
• Assist in bathing, drying, and basic grooming of animals as directed
• Walk dogs and provide supervised exercise and enrichment activities
• Report any signs of illness, injury, or abnormal behaviour to the veterinary team
• Maintain daily logs of feeding, medication given, and animal behaviour
• Support the front-desk and reception team during peak admission and discharge periods

🎓 Qualifications and Requirements

• Minimum 12th standard pass from a recognised board
• Prior exposure to animals, pet ownership experience, or a certificate in animal care is an advantage
• Ability to handle dogs, cats, and other small animals without fear
• Physical fitness and ability to perform cleaning and lifting tasks in a kennel environment
• Basic literacy in Tamil or English for maintaining daily care logs
• Willingness to work early morning and weekend shifts as part of kennel roster
• Friendly and patient temperament with animals and pet owners
• Good Tamil and English communication skills for team coordination and client interaction in Chennai.

✅ Required Skills