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Red Door Animal Shelter

Animal Care Steward

Chicago, IL · On-site

$15.75 - $20.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

... communication skills. This is a full-time, paid position eligible for Health/Dental Benefits; Paid Holidays, Vacations, and Sick Leave; Casual Dress. Job Functions Clean animal areas - including ...

Cincinnati Animal CARE

Animal Care Specialist

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$16.83/day

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Animal Care Specialist Reports to Medical Operations Manager Join the Team at Cincinnati Animal ... Strong verbal communication skills, * Ability to stay calm under pressure, * Willingness to learn ...

Axelon

Animal Technician

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Ability to communicate animal health information to appropriate personnel, maintain legible records for permanent status. All assignments require some use of computer/email. General knowledge of ...

Santa Fe Animal Shelter Inc

Animal Care Tech 1

Santa Fe, NM

$14.25 - $19.25/hr

The focus of responsibility for the Animal Care Tech I is to provide of extended animal care and ... Communication skills including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external ...

Alliance Animal Health

Animal Care Assistant

Portsmouth, OH · On-site

$13/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Company Description Shawnee Animal Clinic is a growing, family-oriented practice with wonderful ... communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit

AMORE FOR DOGS

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ANIMAL CAREGIVER

Newport Beach, CA · On-site

$17 - $25/hr

AMORE FOR DOGS SANCTUARY is seeking passionate part-time Animal Caregivers to join our small ... Clear communication and teamwork abilities * Genuine love and passion for working with animals

City of Ontario, CA

Animal Caretaker

Ontario, CA · On-site

$45K - $60K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, * Excellent written and verbal communication ... Animal Resource of the Inland Empire Agency On July 16, 2024, the Animal Resource Center of the ...

Santa Fe Animal Shelter Inc

Animal Care Tech 1

Santa Fe, NM · On-site

$14.25 - $19.25/hr

The focus of responsibility for the Animal Care Tech I is to provide of extended animal care and ... Communication skills including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external ...

Astrix Inc

Animal Caretaker

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

Animal Caretaker Location: Philadelphia, PA Contract to Hire The Vivarium Animal Facility is ... Good communication skills and fluency in English * Basic computer skills * Ability to handle the ...

Z&A Management

Animal Keeper

Woodbridge, NJ · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

As an Animal Keeper, you'll play a hands-on role in animal care while helping guests experience the ... Communicate clearly, respectfully, and proactively. * Show up reliably and contribute to a positive ...

City of Ontario

Animal Caretaker

Ontario, CA

$45K - $60K/yr

Strong organizational and multitasking abilities Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills ... The Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire serves the right, if necessary, to accept only the ...

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How much do animal communicator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for animal communicator in the United States is $21.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an animal communicator?

To thrive as an Animal Communicator, expertise in animal behavior, observation, and interpretation of non-verbal cues is essential, along with a background in animal science, veterinary studies, or relevant training. Many professionals use tools such as client intake forms, behavioral assessment techniques, and may hold certifications in animal communication or related fields. Excellent listening skills, empathy, and the ability to build trust with pet owners set top performers apart in this field. These skills are crucial for accurately conveying insights to clients and improving the well-being of animals and their owners.

What does an animal communicator do?

A typical day for an Animal Communicator involves remote or in-person consultations with pet owners, observing animals, assessing their behavior, and relaying insights or recommendations to clients. Challenging aspects of the job may include working with anxious or traumatized animals and managing client expectations about the outcomes of communication sessions. Animal Communicators often collaborate with veterinarians, trainers, or rescue organizations to support animal well-being holistically. The role can be rewarding but requires patience, compassion, and strong communication skills to navigate diverse client needs and sensitive situations.

How do you become an animal communicator?

To become an animal communicator, individuals often develop intuitive skills through training, workshops, or mentorship programs focused on telepathy, empathy, and animal behavior. Gaining experience with animals and practicing communication techniques can help build proficiency, and some pursue certifications from specialized organizations to validate their skills.

What is an animal communicator?

An Animal Communicator is a professional who intuitively connects with animals to understand their thoughts, emotions, and needs. They use telepathic communication to interpret an animal's feelings, behaviors, and concerns, often helping pet owners address issues or deepen their bond with their pets. Some also assist with lost pet cases, end-of-life transitions, or animal trauma healing. This role can involve in-person or remote consultations, and many communicators work independently or as part of holistic pet care teams.

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Infographic showing various Animal Communicator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,783 per year, or $21 per hour.

Animal Care Steward

Red Door Animal Shelter

Chicago, IL • On-site

$15.75 - $20.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental

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Company Description

Since the Middle Ages, a red door has been the symbol of a safe haven. This is what Red Door Animal Shelter provides for the animals in its care.  Red Door's mission is to promote respect for all animals through education, shelter, rehabilitation, and adoption.  We provide a no-kill, cageless environment for animals in our care and provide permanent, loving residence for those few animals who don't find their forever homes.  We are one of only five no-kill, multi-species shelters in the country that admits rabbits as well as cats and dogs, spays/neuters them and places them up for adoption.  We also regularly help rescue domestic chickens and ducks.
Every year, Red Door rescues and finds homes for hundreds of abused and abandoned animals. Red Door is a 501(c)(3) organization. We receive no federal, state, county or city money. We are funded by private donations and grants from private foundations.

Red Door houses cats, rabbits, and our occasional chicken & duck friends on-site at the shelter.  All dogs are kept in foster homes off-site.

Job Description

An Animal Care Steward is responsible for the day-to-day care of the shelter animals and cleaning of the shelter, as defined by policies determined by the shelter's manager and Board of Directors. Main job responsibilities es include cleaning animal areas, administering food and medications, and transporting animals to and from vet appointments.  All applicants must have an insured car and a valid driver's license.  Given that we are a small organization with limited resources, we expect all animal care stewards to be courteous, helpful and respectful to fellow staff, volunteers, and visitors; have attention to detail; the ability to learn and adjust to procedure changes quickly; and good communication skills.
This is a full-time, paid position eligible for Health/Dental Benefits; Paid Holidays, Vacations, and Sick Leave; Casual Dress.
Job Functions
    Clean animal areas - including bedding, food/water bowls, and litter boxes
    Feed animals
    Administer medications
    Drive animals to and from vet appointments
    Unload and organize food and supply deliveries
    Laundry
    Keep the shelter clean and organized
    Clearly communicate questions and concerns to shelter management
    Provide guided tours to the public
    Answer questions from visitors and adopters
    Past experience with rabbits or other small, exotic mammals a plus

Qualifications

Requirements
    Insured car and a valid driver's license
    Prior experience working with animals in a professional setting
    Ability to work with public
    Ability to lift 50 lbs
    Live within reasonable driving distance


Additional Information

NOTE:  This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Red Door Animal Shelter is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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