Kennel Assistant

When you join Bonds Ranch Animal Medical Center, you step into a culture of experienced animal lovers devoted to providing the best patient care in Fort Worth, Texas. Since 2018, we have established ourselves as a trusted community partner, reflected by our excellent 4.8-star Google rating. We offer comprehensive small animal services, focusing on pet wellness, diagnostics, advanced surgical care, and urgent care. If you are looking for a highly supportive environment where you can truly connect with your patients and their families, this is where you can do your best work. Bonds Ranch Animal Medical Center is part of a larger network built to support the professional growth of all its teammates. We believe in empowering you to achieve your career goals, whether that means pursuing credentialing or moving into a leadership role. Veterinarians have continuous access to internal specialty consultations, ensuring you always have the resources and input necessary to make complex medical decisions. You will be joining a team that values knowledge sharing and ensures all teammates are supported to succeed. Our facility is dedicated to delivering high-quality, comprehensive small animal medicine. We offer a full spectrum of services, including dedicated wellness and prevention programs, sophisticated testing and diagnostics, and complex surgical procedures. Our clinical focus includes advanced care options alongside dedicated urgent care, allowing you to handle challenging and time-sensitive cases without delay. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of care and providing the essential tools you need to practice medicine confidently. Located in dynamic Fort Worth, Texas, you will find an ideal mix of metropolitan opportunity and relaxed Southern charm. Fort Worth is a large community known for its welcoming nature and is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. This location offers excellent quality of life, favorable weather, and a wide array of activities, making it an excellent place to establish roots and build your professional life.

At Mission Pet Health, we do things a little differently As part of our hiring process, we invite candidates to complete a short online assessment so we can better understand your skills and strengths. If you are being considered for the position, you will receive an e-mail from a Mission Pet Health recruiter with a link to complete the assessment at your convenience. Please be sure to check your spam or junk folder - sometimes these messages get filtered out.

Your Impact as a Kennel Assistant

• Provide Personalized Care: You'll be the primary caregiver for our boarding and daycare pets, ensuring they receive the correct food, exercise, and attention to make their stay comfortable and safe.
• Be the Eyes and Ears of Animal Health: You'll carefully monitor the behavior and habits of the animals in your care, promptly notifying the medical team of any unusual health concerns.
• Create a Safe and Healthy Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of the entire resort, from the kennel areas and runs to the outside grounds.
• Ensure Operational Excellence: You'll keep the resort running smoothly by managing inventory for food and cleaning supplies and collaborating with the team to ensure all tasks are completed.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• A genuine love for animals and a commitment to their welfare.
• A reliable and hardworking nature, with the ability to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, good judgment, and the ability to handle stressful situations with composure.
• The physical capacity to lift up to 50+ lbs and perform the duties of a physically active role.
• Previous experience as a kennel assistant is preferred. A flexible schedule, including some weekends and holidays, is required.

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Note: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

Competitive Compensation

A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.

Health & Wellbeing

We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates.

Financial Security

Plan for your future with our 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage.

Commitment to Growth

We support your career goals with opportunities for professional development, including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.

The Power of a Network

Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration, career growth, and sharing best practices.

Valuable Perks

Enjoy discounted veterinary care for your own pets, access to an online discount platform, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 "Most Loved Workplace," ranked #2 in America's Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care.

Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact with your request and contact information.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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