16/06/2025

ENTHUSIASTIC ANIMAL CARETAKER DOG

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For our dog department team we are looking for an enthusiastic animal caretaker dogs who stands firmly in his/her shoes. In this versatile and exciting position – within the oldest and (almost) largest shelter in the Netherlands – you are responsible for the overall daily care of our dogs. During the care you are able to identify medical abnormalities and take action on these in consultation with our veterinarians. You are good at informing and advising clients about our dogs in a personal, professional manner. The position is for 36 hours per week. You will work together with colleagues in a fixed schedule from Monday to Sunday. Working hours 08.00 to 17.00.

Do you

  • a completed MBO-education in the field of animal care/para-veterinary or are you able to learn things quickly?
  • affinity with the shelter (e.g. as a volunteer, internship)?
  • pleasure in cleaning work?
  • good communication and social skills, are you a kei in dealing with customers?
  • it in you to be able to work independently but also in a team?
  • no objection to working at the weekend?
  • knowledge of the Dutch language both verbally and in writing?
  • a driving license and car if you do not live in The Hague (max. 40 minutes travel time?

What we offer you

A challenging job in which you are an important link between the dogs, customers and your colleagues. You will be part of a permanent team. We work with a large number of volunteers, a fully equipped in-house clinic with two veterinarians.
The salary is a minimum of €2202 per month, based on a 36-hour work week. General conditions include a travel allowance, pension provision and vacation pay.

Work in the dog department?

We would love to hear from you! Please respond as soon as possible with your motivation letter and CV by mail to: mirjamsmit@haagsdierencentrum.nl

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