Overview

Animal Care Attendant – Dog Rescue

Company: Nakoma Rescue
Location: Addison, Ontario
Job Type: Part-time
Schedule: Evenings, weekends, and holidays required

Job Description

Nakoma Rescue is looking for a reliable, compassionate, and hardworking individual to join our team as a part-time Animal Care Attendant.

Our rescue cares for dogs from a variety of backgrounds, including those with behavioural challenges, anxiety, and reactivity. We are looking for someone who is confident handling dogs of all sizes and temperaments and is passionate about providing quality animal care.

This is a physically demanding position that requires patience, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

- Feeding, watering, exercising, and providing enrichment for rescue dogs.
- Cleaning and sanitizing kennels, yards, and equipment.
- Safely handling dogs with varying temperaments and behavioural needs.
- Monitoring dogs for changes in health or behaviour.
- Recognizing canine body language and stress signals.
- Following individual care plans and safety procedures.
- Assisting with general facility cleaning and maintenance.

Qualifications





- Previous experience working with dogs is preferred.
- Comfortable handling large, strong, reactive, or fearful dogs.
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently.
- Physically capable of lifting, bending, cleaning, and working outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Patient, compassionate, and willing to learn.
- Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays.
- Must have reliable transportation, as our facility is located outside of town and is not accessible by public transit.

Additional Information

Working in rescue can be physically and emotionally demanding. Applicants must be comfortable with cleaning, handling challenging dogs, and working in a fast-paced environment.

Our dogs require care 365 days a year, so flexibility and reliability are essential.

Email: [email protected]

We look forward to welcoming someone who shares our commitment to giving rescue dogs the care they deserve!

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 12.0 – 30.0 per week

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- In office parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Animal Care Attendant - Rescue (Addison)
🏢 Nakoma Rescue
📍 Addison