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Join Our Team

Careers

We welcome inquiries from passionate animal lovers

Love Animals? We'd Love to Hear From You

At Carden Kennels and The Uncommon Dog, our team members are the heart of everything we do. We're always interested in connecting with dedicated individuals who share our passion for providing exceptional care to every pet that walks through our doors.

Working in pet care is more than just a jobβ€”it's a calling. Our team members play vital roles in keeping dogs and cats happy, healthy, and entertained while their families are away. Whether it's supervising playful pups in daycare, ensuring comfortable boarding stays, providing beautiful grooming services, or leading fun enrichment activities, every role contributes to the wellbeing of our four-legged guests.

We believe in investing in our people. All team members receive Pet First Aid and CPR certification, ongoing training in animal behavior and care, and opportunities to grow within our organization. Learn more about us and our commitment to excellence.

Team member playing with dogs at Carden Kennels

Why Work at Carden Kennels?

Work With Animals

Spend your days surrounded by adorable dogs and cats. If you love animals, there's no better place to be.

Training & Growth

We invest in our team with ongoing training, including Pet First Aid & CPR certification for all staff members.

Supportive Team

Join a close-knit team that supports each other and shares a genuine passion for animal welfare.

Make a Difference

Play a meaningful role in keeping pets happy and healthy while giving peace of mind to their families.

What We Look For

While specific positions have their own requirements, these are the qualities we value in all team members:

Genuine love for animals and their wellbeing
Reliable and dependable work ethic
Ability to work well in a team environment
Patience and calm demeanor, especially with anxious pets
Physical ability to handle dogs of all sizes
Willingness to learn and grow
Positive attitude and strong communication skills
Flexibility with scheduling when needed

Interested in Joining Us?

We're always happy to hear from animal lovers who are interested in becoming part of our team. Even if we don't have an immediate opening, we keep inquiries on file and reach out when positions become available. Feel free to stop by one of our locations to introduce yourself, or send us an email with a bit about yourself and why you'd like to work with us.

Carden Kennels - Bangor

880 Ohio St, Bangor, ME 04401

ccc4pets@gmail.com

The Uncommon Dog - Holden

127 Main Rd, Holden, ME 04429

uncommondogofholden@gmail.com

Please include your availability, relevant experience (if any), and what draws you to working with animals.

Reserve Today

Ready to Book Your Pet's Stay?

Application and evaluation required for daycare participation.

Questions? Call (207) 378-1118 (Bangor) or (207) 745-8519 (Holden)

Let's Connect

Choose your location to get in touch

Call Carden KennelsBangor
(207) 378-1118
Call Uncommon DogHolden
(207) 745-8519
Email Carden KennelsBangor
ccc4pets@gmail.com
Email Uncommon DogHolden
uncommondogofholden@gmail.com