Dog Care & Welfare Attendant (Kennel Attendant)

Part-Time Contract

Breslau, ON

About Us

At Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides (LFCDG), we help people with disabilities live more independent lives by providing them with a Dog Guide at no cost. We are proud to be the only school in Canada offering seven distinct Dog Guide programs. Our operations span two locations: Oakville, ON, and Breslau, ON.

The Opportunity

Dog Care & Welfare Attendants play a vital role in ensuring the health, safety, and wellbeing of all dogs in our care. This is a hands-on, physically active role that involves cleaning kennels, monitoring dogs for medical or behavioural changes, and supporting our team in delivering the highest standard of canine welfare. This position requires standing, lifting, bending, and working in all weather conditions.

You’ll work both independently and collaboratively, fostering a positive and supportive team environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide daily care to dogs, ensuring all welfare standards are met.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kennel environment.
- Handle dogs humanely and efficiently, following LIMA principles and interpreting canine body language.
- Administer medications (oral and topical) and assist with veterinary care as needed.
- Work independently while maintaining open communication with team members and other departments.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with staff, volunteers, clients, and the public.
- Identify opportunities to improve department efficiency and quality.
- Share responsibilities across the team to ensure all tasks are completed.
- Support knowledge-sharing and collaboration across LFCDG.

Qualifications & Skills

- Experience working with animals in a professional setting preferred; Fear Free Certification an asset.
- Comfortable working in a busy and noisy workplace (up to 100 decibels, hearing protection provided).




- Positive attitude with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and comfortable learning current software.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize effectively.
- Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays.
- Valid G driver’s licence with a clean abstract and reliable transportation.

Position Details

- Location: Breslau, ON
- Rate: $17.60 hourly/ 35 hours per week
- Contract: October 1, 2026 - February 26, 2027 (5-months, with possibility of being extended)
- Vacancy Status: 1 positon available

Why Join LFCDG?

- Work alongside compassionate, dedicated colleagues.
- Access to ongoing training in veterinary medicine, dog training, and animal care.
- Take pride in work that directly impacts the lives of Canadians living with disabilities.
- Potential opportunities to bring your dog to work.

Commitment to Inclusion

Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides is committed to employing people from diverse backgrounds, and we actively demonstrate inclusiveness through fair, equitable and accessible hiring practices. We recognize the strength of different experiences, backgrounds and perspectives and welcome candidates who identify as visible minorities, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons within the LGBTQ community. We feel it is important as an organization that all people have access and opportunity to be employed, to be valued and to be respected.

Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities will be provided upon request during the recruitment, assessment, selection and placement process. Alternative format available on Request.

Pay: $17.95 per hour

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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