Breeding Programme Assistant

Location Cork
Discipline: Veterinary Nurses
Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Niamh Fanthorpe

Contact email: Niamh@lloydandcowan.com
Job ref: 2351
Published: 10 days ago

Join a Leading Breeding Programme & Make a Real Impact - Veterinary Nursing Oportunity - Non Clinical - Competitive Salary

Do you have a passion for canine welfare, breeding, and puppy development? We’re looking for a Breeding Programme Assistant to play a key role in the care and management of future assistance dogs.

This hands-on role involves monitoring breeding dogs, supporting whelpings, and ensuring the best possible start for puppies who will go on to transform lives. You’ll also work closely with volunteers, providing training and guidance to ensure high welfare standards across the programme.

What You’ll Be Doing:

🐶 Assisting with matings, whelpings, and early puppy socialisation
🐾 Monitoring the health and well-being of breeding dogs and litters
🚗 Transporting dogs to veterinary appointments and new placements
👥 Recruiting, training, and supporting dedicated breeding volunteers
📊 Recording key data to improve breeding outcomes and welfare

Why This Role?

  • Be part of a meaningful programme that changes lives through dog breeding and training
  • Work with a dedicated, passionate team in a supportive environment
  • Gain valuable hands-on experience in breeding, welfare, and puppy development
  • Enjoy a varied, dynamic role where no two days are the same

What We’re Looking For:

If you have experience in canine care, veterinary nursing, breeding, or a related field, along with strong organisational skills and a passion for dog welfare, we’d love to hear from you. This role requires flexibility, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work with both people and animals in a fast-paced setting.

📩 Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat!

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