Animal Care Specialist Job (Private Household)
A couple with two elderly dogs and a cat are seeking a wonderful and experienced Animal Care Specialist with proven veterinary medical experience. This role focuses on providing attentive, loving, and well‑organised care for their animals. The family will also be welcoming two puppies in January.
The elderly dogs require medication and follow a well‑established routine. The family divide their time between their main home in Kettering and a newly renovated London property. You will accompany them when they travel, staying overnight in a guest room at the London residence.
There is a wider team in place, including a PA and housekeepers. You will be required to work 10 weekends per year when the family travel. Flexibility and a non–clock‑watching attitude are important.
Animals to Care For
* 2 rescue dogs from China (aged 14 and 15)
* 1 cat (aged 12)
* 2 puppies arriving in January
Responsibilities
* Creating and maintaining nutrition and feeding schedules
* Implementing exercise, enrichment, and routine discipline
* Monitoring health and administering medication
* Grooming and general pet hygiene
* Driving pets to vet and grooming appointments
* Providing companionship, attention, and stimulation
* Accompanying the couple and pets between Kettering and London
Driving is essential.
A veterinary medical background and strong pet nutrition knowledge are highly preferred.
Compensation
£40,000–£45,000 GPA
Schedule
7 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday, with flexibility required. 10 weekends a year for when the family are on holiday.
Contact Information
Shannon Anderson – shannon@greycoatlumleys.co.uk
Due to the popularity of the search, we will only be considering people who provide current CVs with extensive pet experience and checkable references. Applications by email only.
#J-18808-Ljbffr