The Country Kennels

08/21/2024

Is anyone missing this pup from the Farmington area????

02/27/2024

We are seeking a Kennel Attendant/grooming helper immediately, to help take care of the animals in our facility. We primarily deal with dogs and cats, but you should be familiar with animal care and grooming techniques for a variety of domesticated animals. You will be responsible for exercising dogs, feeding and bathing all animals, and keeping the kennels and common areas clean. Experience caring for animals, whether professionally or not, is crucial for this position. You also need to be physically fit to keep up with some of our more active animals.

Kennel Attendant/grooming helper Duties and Responsibilities include but not limited to:

Clean kennels and common areas

Play with animals and exercise dogs

Feed animals on a set schedule

Administer medications

Provide customer service

Bathe and brush dogs

Answer phones/Set appointments

To apply:
NO PHONE CALLS!!!

Fill out an application in person or send a resume to [email protected].

Minimum wage to start..pay increase based on performance. Hours vary based on workload.. Must be available Monday - Saturday 7 till 4 and some Sundays.

This job can be mentally stressful and physically demanding. Must be able to lift at least 50 lb independently and possibly work up to 8 hours a day if needed. Need someone that can multitask.

NO PHONE CALLS!!!

01/23/2024

Due to the icy weather conditions again today we will be closed today Tuesday January 23rd. I'm sorry if this causes anyone any inconvenience. Thanks, and have a safe day.

01/22/2024

Due to the icy weather conditions we will be closed today Monday January 22nd. I'm sorry if this causes anyone any inconvenience. Thanks, and have a safe day.

01/12/2024

Due to the weather conditions we will be closed today Friday January 12th.

I'm sorry for any inconvenience.

12/23/2023

☃️ A heartfelt message to say Thank you and Merry Christmas Everyone! 🎄

Thank you everyone who has brought their pups (and Kitties) in to be pampered not just for Christmas but our loyal clients throughout the last year, it has been an absolute pleasure to meet, groom, watch your pup's grow and their little characters come out with their confidence.
Thank you for trusting us to care for your pups and choosing our business, it means the world to us that you've helped make our business what it is today, thank you all for being fabulous 💓
Lastly but not least, thank you to all our generous clients for all of your lovely gifts and tips you've given this Christmas.

A friendly reminder that The Country Kennels Grooming (boarding is still open) is now closed until Tuesday 2nd of January, 2024 for the Christmas holidays.

We look forward to seeing you all again in the new year 💓 May 2024 be kinder to us all 💓 stay safe, take it easy and enjoy your time with your loved ones, cherish every moment you have with them. See you all again soon 💓

Kathy, Amy, Nichole, Holly, Trish, and Chris.
(This is really a TEAM effort)

09/02/2023

The shelter will be closed Saturday. September 2nd for the volunteers to attend Bark in the Park. Come see us at Big Creek Park!

10/23/2022

10/19/2022

Taken from another groomers page....

I know this is long but, PLEASE PLEASE all pet owners take the time to read this...


Have we talked about ‘Comfort Grooming?’ Do you know what that means? Well here’s a breakdown.

There will come a point when your dogs haircut will be about 10% determined by you and about 90% determined by them. When this happens your pup will have entered the comfort groom stage of their life. No matter how hard we try, how much you beg, or how sweet your dog is there is no way a senior dog will be going home looking the same as they did as a young puppy or a middle aged adult.

Last week I let my 9 year old niece cut Remy’s hair and as I was teaching her the basics of grooming I found myself using the phrase ‘make sure he’s comfortable’ a lot, which got me thinking. Remy is a few months shy of his 12th birthday and his comfort level changes every day. He used to get super fluffy cuts with long beautiful ears and a big pompon on his tail. Now he’s clipped pretty short all over.

If I’ve been with you through a pets aging we’ve probably had some difficult conversations about how your pups grooming evolves as they age. If we haven’t had to have those conversations yet hopefully this prepares you.

Getting older affects them just as aging affects people. Their joints become stiff or sore, their skin becomes tissue paper thin, they start losing their sense of awareness, their muscles tremble, their balance is shaky and they get various skin blemishes and tumors. But how does this change their haircut?

A poodle with arthritis in their toes for example might not be able to spread them apart to get those pretty shaved toes anymore and so we adapt and start doing a fluffier teddy bear foot.

A schnauzer who’s developed some canine dementia might not tolerate having tangles brushed from his beard without panicking so we will start trimming it short to keep him calm and comfortable.

A shihtzu who’s always had long hair might end up having to get a short puppy cut because their skin has thinned too much to handle the extra brushing required to maintain a lot of hair.

A bichon who’s always had a pretty fluffy scissored bichon trim but when his joints start getting stiff and his legs start trembling we do a shorter cut that can be done faster.

Along with these things are a few things that we ask you as an owner to remember. A comfort groom is not a show groom, odds are it won’t be perfect. We do what we can while keeping the dog comfortable which means sometimes there may be some slightly straggly looking areas depending on your dog and their individual issues. If they can’t balance on three legs without collapsing then their feet may still be a bit fluffy for example.

Skin blemishes are annoying and moles in particular bleed if the wind blows the wrong way. We don’t intend to irritate them but sometimes the bath, drying or brushing can cause them to ooze a bit.

Give us the time we need to get them done, rushing through a senior is dangerous for them and stressful.

Occasionally we will have a senior who just can’t be totally finished in one session for whatever reason, either they’re having a particularly bad day and just can’t handle it or there’s something else going on with them.

No matter how hard we try to make it easy on them grooming is still physically demanding for older dogs who usually nap 23 1/2 hours a day. We are stretching their legs out to shave them, manipulating toes to trim nails and turning their head side to side to trim it. If they start acting sore after routine grooming they may need a prescription for arthritis medication from your vet to be given on grooming days.

These grooming decisions will always be made with your pups comfort as the ultimate deciding factor and after discussing everything we need to do with you because we do this job to help pets, not to hurt them for the sake of human vanity. Now hug your pups and cherish those grey whiskers.

09/28/2022

We are seeking a Kennel Attendant/grooming helper immediately, to help take care of the animals in our facility. We primarily deal with dogs and cats, but you should be familiar with animal care and grooming techniques for a variety of domesticated animals. You will be responsible for exercising dogs, feeding and bathing all animals, and keeping the kennels and common areas clean. Experience caring for animals, whether professionally or not, is crucial for this position. You also need to be physically fit to keep up with some of our more active animals.

Kennel Attendan/grooming helpert Duties and Responsibilities includebut not limited to:

Clean kennels and common areas

Play with animals and exercise dogs

Feed animals on a set schedule

Administer medications

Provide customer service

Bathe and brush dogs

Answer phones/Set appointments

09/22/2022

If you have applied before and are still interested in a job PLEASE reapply immediately....we have had some issues with our page and have lost quite a few resumes/applications.

We are seeking 2 kennel attendant/grooming helper immediately, to help take care of the animals in our facility. We primarily deal with dogs and cats, but you should be familiar with animal care and grooming techniques for a variety of domesticated animals. You will be responsible for exercising dogs, feeding and bathing, combing out all animals, and keeping the kennels and common areas clean. Experience caring for animals, whether professionally or not, is crucial for this position. You also need to be physically fit to keep up with some of our more active animals.

Kennel Attendan/grooming helpert Duties and Responsibilities includebut not limited to:

Clean kennels and common areas

Play with animals and exercise dogs

Feed animals on a set schedule

Administer medications

Provide customer service

Bathe and brush dogs

Answer phones/Set appointments

09/01/2022

Hello future friends, current friends, and family! Welcome to the official page of Un"Bee"lievable Balloons. Feel free to unpack your bags and stay awhile. We also can't forget booking your favorite busy bee balloon artist for your next event! I have been invited to many different kinds of events. Farmers markets, birthday parties, weddings, fundraisers, back to school bash, cruise ins, trunk or treat, church functions, and many more! So don't hesitate. Email, call, or message me. Now... enjoy watching the journey of a balloon company and make sure to keep your ears and eyes open for where you can find me next!

04/08/2022

We are seeking a Kennel Attendant/grooming helper to help take care of the animals in our facility. We primarily deal with dogs and cats, but you should be familiar with animal care and grooming techniques for a variety of domesticated animals. You will be responsible for exercising dogs, feeding and bathing all animals, and keeping the kennels and common areas clean. Experience caring for animals, whether professionally or not, is crucial for this position. You also need to be physically fit to keep up with some of our more active animals.

Kennel Attendan/grooming helpert Duties and Responsibilities:

Clean kennels and common areas

Play with animals and exercise dogs

Feed animals on a set schedule

Administer medications

Provide customer service

Bathe and brush dogs

Answer phones/Set appointments

02/02/2022

Due to the winter weather, The Country Kennels will be closed on Wednesday February 2, and Thursday February 3. Stay safe and stay warm!!

11/06/2021

We are seeking a Kennel Attendant to help take care of the animals in our facility. We primarily deal with dogs and cats, but you should be familiar with animal care and grooming techniques for a variety of domesticated animals. You will be responsible for exercising dogs, feeding and bathing all animals, and keeping the kennels and common areas clean. Experience caring for animals, whether professionally or not, is crucial for this position. You also need to be physically fit to keep up with some of our more active animals.

Kennel Attendant Duties and Responsibilities:

Clean kennels and common areas

Play with animals and exercise dogs

Feed animals on a set schedule

Administer medications

Provide customer service to visitors wishing to adopt a pet

Kennel Attendant Requirements and Qualifications:

Experience working with animals; kennel management experience preferred

Physical stamina

Familiarity with basic grooming techniques

Send a message to learn more

11/06/2021

We’re looking for an animal groomer to join our team at our facility.
Animal groomers form a crucial part of our team, building lasting relationships with customers and providing quality care to pets. If you’re an animal lover ready for the ins and outs grooming, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Our ideal candidate is hardworking, customer-service oriented, and patient with both pets and people.

Objectives of this Role:

Deliver outstanding customer service to pet owners by executing style requests, communicating clearly and honestly, and bringing a positive attitude to work each day.

Provide exemplary care for pets, being gentle and patient with anxious and difficult animals

Protect the best interests of our customers and their pets, notifying owners of any concerns, including skin abnormalities, ear infections, ticks, and fleas

Help our business continue to grow by forming fruitful relationships with customers that result in repeat visits

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

Clean and freshen pet hair by washing, shampooing, and conditioning it

Shave, trim, and style pet hair according to the owner’s preferences

Maintain overall pet hygiene by clipping nails, and cleaning ears

Keep a clean work station by sanitizing and sweeping before the arrival of each new client and at the end of each workday

Advise owners on at-home care tips and best practices for their pets

Skills and Qualifications:

Comfortable working with animals, including anxious ones

Ability to stand for at least four hours and lift heavy animals over 50 pounds

Willingness to learn new skills and techniques on the job

Practiced verbal communication skills

Good attention to detail is a must

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated passion for animals

Prior grooming experience

Experience working with animals in a professional or volunteer capacity

Experience working in a customer service-oriented role

Send a message to learn more