Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Veterinary Nurse specialising in canine care to provide exceptional healthcare and daily support for dogs within a private hospitality environment. The successful candidate will take full ownership of the dogs’ wellbeing, ensuring they receive the highest standards of medical care, comfort, nutrition, and personalised attention.

This role requires a highly responsible individual who can work independently and manage all aspects of canine care, including health monitoring, medication administration, veterinary coordination, preventative healthcare, grooming routines, exercise schedules, and behavioural support. The ideal candidate will have strong veterinary knowledge, excellent dog-handling skills, and experience supporting the physical and emotional wellbeing of dogs.

Previous experience working with VIP dogs, private households, luxury residences, or high-standard pet care environments is highly preferred, as the role requires discretion, professionalism, attention to detail, and the ability to provide personalised care tailored to each dog’s individual needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive daily care and veterinary support for dogs, ensuring their health, safety, and overall wellbeing.

• Perform regular health checks and monitor changes in behaviour, appetite, mobility, and physical condition.

• Administer medications, supplements, treatments, and follow veterinary care instructions accurately.

• Maintain detailed medical records, vaccination history, treatment plans, and health reports.

• Coordinate veterinary appointments and communicate effectively with veterinary specialists.

• Manage feeding routines, dietary requirements, hydration, exercise schedules, and enrichment activities.

• Support basic dog training, obedience routines, and positive behavioural development.

• Identify early signs of illness, injury, stress, or behavioural concerns and take appropriate action.

• Assist with grooming routines, hygiene, and maintaining the dogs’ overall presentation.

• Ensure the dogs’ living areas are clean, safe, comfortable, and maintained to a high standard.

• Provide emergency support when required and respond calmly to unexpected health situations.

• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when working within a private residence environment.

Mandatory Requirements

• Recognised Veterinary Nurse qualification/certification from an accredited veterinary institution.

• Proven professional experience as a Veterinary Nurse, Canine Care Specialist, or similar animal healthcare role.

• Strong knowledge of canine anatomy, health conditions, nutrition, medication administration, and preventative care.

• Demonstrated experience handling and caring for dogs of different breeds, sizes, and temperaments.

• Ability to work independently and take full responsibility for canine care routines.

• Strong attention to detail with excellent record-keeping and organisational skills.

• Ability to recognise changes in dog behaviour and health conditions.

• Genuine passion for animal welfare and commitment to providing exceptional care.