I applied online then I received a message a few days later to schedule a phone interview. Phone interview was easy, standard questions about who I am and my background. Then I was asked to come in person to shadow for 2 hours. That's when I knew the position really wasn't for me. When I was shadowing I saw how everything was insanely disorganized, the building is extremely old with narrow hallways and it's hard to get around with people and animals all over the place. It is also EXTREMELY loud in the areas you will be working in, especially with the boarded dogs. You WILL get hearing damage and leave with a headache. Ive stood next to concert speakers that were quieter than this place. I couldn't even hear what the Senior ACA was saying 95% of the time. Some animals there that were staying overnight looked so overstimulated and sad from the sheer volume. That aside, you will 100% be overworked in this position for a mere $12 an hour. There are customer service jobs that pay more than this. So unless you REALLY love animals, are going to veterinary school, really want to get into this field etc - reconsider your choices. The Senior ACA told me that she often has to drop by on her days off just to help out the one other ACA which I find baffling. You will be exposed to aggressive and huge dogs, sometimes completely by yourself. I feel like the Senior ACA is stretched thin because of a lack of support, despite being amazing at her job. You need to be physically and mentally capable to handle a lot of stress, and you need to be quick on your feet.