Help provide exceptional daily care for our equine patients while supporting a collaborative referral and emergency hospital.
King Animal Hospital is seeking hardworking, dependable, and compassionate Stable Attendants to join our growing Equine team. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy working with horses, take pride in maintaining a clean and safe environment, and are committed to providing outstanding care behind the scenes.
About Us
King Animal Hospital is a privately owned, state-of-the-art referral and emergency hospital serving both equine and small animal patients. Our 60,000 sq. ft. facility on 50 acres in King City, Ontario is equipped with advanced diagnostics and supported by a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary team.
Our Equine service provides advanced medical and surgical care to horses requiring emergency, referral, and specialty treatment. Stable Attendants play a vital role in ensuring our patients are comfortable, safe, and cared for throughout their stay.
Working alongside veterinarians, RVTs, Animal Care Attendants, and barn staff, you will help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient hospital environment while supporting exceptional patient care.
What You'll Do
As a Stable Attendant, you will be responsible for the daily care and comfort of our equine patients and maintaining the hospital's barn facilities.
Patient & Stable Care
- Clean, disinfect, and prepare stalls for incoming patients
- Feed horses according to individualized treatment and feeding plans
- Refill water buckets and monitor water intake
- Provide fresh bedding and maintain clean, comfortable stalls
- Observe patients for changes in appetite, attitude, or behaviour and report concerns to the veterinary team
- Turn horses in and out of paddocks as directed
- Apply and remove blankets, fly masks, and other approved equipment
- Assist with safe handling and movement of horses throughout the hospital
- Ensure patient belongings are organized and returned at discharge
Hospital & Facility Maintenance
- Maintain cleanliness throughout the stalls, treatment areas, and surrounding property
- Manage manure collection and disposal
- Sweep aisles, remove debris, and maintain a safe working environment
- Clean and disinfect water buckets, feed tubs, equipment, and common areas
- Restock bedding, hay, feed, and stable supplies
- Assist with inventory of barn supplies and notify leadership when stock is low
- Operate equipment safely and report maintenance concerns promptly
Team Support
- Assist Animal Care Attendants, RVTs, and veterinarians with patient movement and restraint when appropriate
- Help prepare stalls for surgical, medical, or emergency admissions
- Support hospital operations during busy periods and emergency cases
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the Equine team
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience working around horses is required
- Experience working in a boarding stable, breeding facility, racetrack, veterinary hospital, or equine facility is considered an asset
- Strong understanding of basic horse handling and stable safety
- Dependable, self-motivated, and able to work independently
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills
- Ability to work efficiently in a physically demanding environment
- Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the shift
- Flexibility to work rotating shifts, including mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and occasional overnight support when required
We welcome candidates who are passionate about horse care and enjoy being part of a collaborative team dedicated to exceptional patient care.
What We Offer
We are committed to supporting your professional growth and overall well-being:
- Competitive compensation
- Extended health, dental, and life insurance
- Paid time off (vacation, sick days, and personal days)
- Employee discounts on pet services and products
- Uniform allowance
A workplace designed with you in mind:
- Onsite social worker and HR support
- Corporate gym access
- Structured roles and supportive leadership
- Strong focus on teamwork and communication
- Opportunities for growth within a multidisciplinary referral and emergency hospital
Why King Animal Hospital?
This is more than a stable attendant role—it's an opportunity to contribute to the care of equine patients receiving advanced veterinary treatment. Your dedication to maintaining a safe, clean, and supportive environment plays an essential role in every patient's recovery and overall experience.
Whether you're beginning a career in equine care or bringing years of stable experience, you'll become part of a team committed to excellence, compassion, and continuous learning.
Apply Today
Ready to join our Equine team?
Please send your resume to [email protected] with "Stable Attendant" in the subject line.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
King Animal Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.
Please note that we do not use AI for our recruitment and selection processes.
Pay: $19.00-$22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
