Please help, i dont want a real stressfull situation.
2007-12-19 05:14:24 · 10 answers · asked by betafishj 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
my daughter is a manager at a kennel in vermont and she works very very hard heavy lifting long hours etc etc the only rewarding thing is she loves animals and all the customers are like her family and she has her share of all kinds of things happen lol
2007-12-19 05:19:39 · answer #1 · answered by LittleLady 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It wont be stressful - as long as your boss is nice.
Your main job will be scooping poop!
Also - it depends on what kind of kennel you are looking into. If it's a show dog kennel, you may have to help out with grooming the dogs for the shows.
No matter what - your job will entail cleaning up after the dogs, making sure they have fresh water at all times, feeding, and cleaning the kennel.
It's actually a really nice job if you don't mind poop & you aren't looking to make a lot of money. Plus you get the bonus of being with dogs all day!
2007-12-19 13:21:20 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Kennel or shelter?
A shelter is the holding situation for unwanted dogs. A kill site will be VERY stressful.
A kennel is either for boarding or as a breeding/show operation. The number and types of dogs will show you the difference between a reputable kennel and a puppy mill.
Both jobs involve a high level of nasty work. Cleaning and cleaning and cleaning up again and if they are not doing it, then it's a bad kennel.
I've owned and operated a show kennel for 20 years. I still scoop up each and every day and I'm the boss and owner.
Until you get into the training and showing of dogs, it's basically custodial work with very messy tenants.
Don't get me wrong, I love it.
2007-12-19 13:31:34 · answer #3 · answered by tnerb52 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
A lot of kennel workers are volunteers. Many animal shelters are short of help, just show up if you like animals and show the proper attitude you'll get the job and they'll pretty much show you all you need to know.
After gaining some experience you can try and apply at a place you get paid. That's what I would do anyway.
2007-12-19 13:23:59 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Generally they clean the runs and cages, feed and water the animals. In some kennels they may help exercise the dogs. Not really a stressful job but do remember that some of the dogs will probably bark and might jump on you so if you can't handle that it isn't the right position for you.
2007-12-19 13:19:20 · answer #5 · answered by Cindy F 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The Occupational Outlook Handbook says: "Kennel attendants care for pets while their owners are working or traveling out of town. Beginning attendants perform basic tasks, such as cleaning cages and dog runs, filling food and water dishes, and exercising animals. Experienced attendants may provide basic animal healthcare, as well as bathe animals, trim nails, and attend to other grooming needs. Attendants who work in kennels also may sell pet food and supplies, assist in obedience training, help with breeding, or prepare animals for shipping."
2007-12-19 13:19:07 · answer #6 · answered by stuartsgroupie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Clean kennels!
It will be stressful, if working in a shelter that is NOT a "no-kill".
Otherwise, just a dirty, but honest work that has to be done for the comfort of animals.
Gd. luck with decision.
2007-12-19 13:18:55 · answer #7 · answered by deltadawn 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Clean kennels, feed/water animals, walk dogs. :]
2007-12-19 13:17:35 · answer #8 · answered by Inseynium 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
It is not stressful at all. I fill in for a friend at her boarding kennel sometimes. I like it. Relaxing (although loud) and you work by yourself.
Cleaning,feeding,walking.....very basic things are done.
2007-12-19 13:19:05 · answer #9 · answered by ARE YOUR NEWFS GELLIN'? 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
You'll shovel poop from sun up to sun down. Sound stress free enough for ya?
2007-12-19 17:59:23 · answer #10 · answered by C>/ 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋