Breeding Program - Breslau, Canada - Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides

Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides

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Breslau, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Do you have the leadership skills to jump into an organization in the midst of exciting and transformational change?_
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Do you have an interest in puppies and genetics?_

At Lions Foundation Canada Dog Guides (LFCDG) we help people with medical or physical disabilities lead independent lives by providing them with a dog guide at no cost to support them in their daily lives. The school is unique in offering 7 different programs serving between new clients annually and supporting over 1100 active clients. The school operates out of our central location in Oakville, ON, and a breeding and training facility in Breslau, ON with plans to move to our new leading edge facility in early 2025.

The Opportunity:

Full-time Breeding Dog Care & Welfare Attendant - Breslau Location:

The Breeding Dog Care & Welfare Attendant is responsible for maintaining a high standard of care for all breeding dogs and puppies housed at the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides (LFCDG) breeding facility.

This is an active working position, cleaning kennel areas and observing canine medical and behavioural changes to report to the necessary staff.

This is a physically demanding role requiring the majority of time spent standing, walking, lifting, and bending in all weather conditions.

The Breeding Dog Care & Welfare Attendant will foster a positive and productive work environment, and support a team that can deliver on the assigned work and initiatives.

As a member of the breeding program team, the Breeding Dog Care & Welfare Attendant is responsible for training new team members, creating and communicating task outlines, and working collaboratively with other team members and departments to ensure the wellbeing of the dogs.

Professional canine care knowledge and experience are preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

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Kennel Duties:_

Maintain a clean and safe kennel environment
Handle all dogs in a humane and efficient manner
Walk and socialize dogs and puppies while adhering to basic obedience guidelines
Accurately prepare meals and feed dogs
Bathing and grooming of dogs
Assist with whelpings and matings
Examine dogs regularly to ensure good health
Provide necessary medical care to dogs including medications (oral, topical)
Effectively and efficiently manage veterinary emergencies
Maintain accurate records and communicate concerns to the appropriate staff members
Communicate with Breeding Program Supervisor, veterinary clinic staff, and foster families regarding behavioural and medical issues as required
Train other breeding kennel team members as needed
Inventory and restocking of supplies as needed
Adhere to all workplace health and safety guidelines, policies, and procedures as outlined
Safe operation of large fleet vehicles for occasional transportation of dogs, as needed
Regularly report to Breeding Program Supervisor on all areas of responsibility

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Leadership, Communication, and Interpersonal:_

Identifies opportunities to increase the effectiveness, efficiency, and quality of the Breeding Department and puts a focus on continuous improvement
Assists staff with new and ongoing training as required
Leads by example with a dedication to workplace duties
To work independently without direct supervision
Open and ongoing communication with coworkers and other departments to ensure all tasks are being addressed
Accurately and confidently communicate medication usage and care to other staff and the dog's caretaker
Interact with all staff, volunteers, clients, and the public in a professional manner
Willingness to take on extra tasks and duties as outlined by the Breeding Program Supervisor

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Contribute to team Effectiveness:_

Shares in handling workload for positive results
Works to build collaborative relationships with all LFCDG staff
Excellent time management
Fosters knowledgesharing and communication across all departments and across the organization to ensure collaboration and informed work
Performs other duties as required and as requested

You will bring to the opportunity:

Minimum completed: High school or equivalent education
Postsecondary education in Animal Care or Veterinary Technician/ Assistant training an asset
Proven animal care in a professional environment 1 year
Knowledge or experience in animal/canine reproduction and genetics strongly preferred
Professional grooming experience or experience with breeding animals an asset
Ability to identify signs of canine ill health and treat as prescribed
Demonstrated capacity to work in a busy and noisy work environment
Demonstrated capability in problemsolving and reasoning
Proven ability to foster positive, productive working relationships
Positive attitude, and ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to lift 50 lbs. of food products and dogs weighing 60 lbs.
Efficient use of PCs; the Internet; MS Word, Excel, and Outlook; ability t