The Equine Animal Care Worker position will be distinguished from other animal caretakers through responsibilities for large food animals and horses. The Work will be subject to close checking for ...
The Equine Animal Care Worker position will be distinguished from other animal caretakers through responsibilities for large food animals and horses. The Work will be subject to close checking for ...
Life Sciences Animal Technician II - VMU
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$26 - $30/hr
Palo Alto Veterans Institute for Research (PAVIR) supports the nation's second largest research ... Animal caretaker may be continuing to refine these skills. Ability to work some weekend and holiday ...
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Life Sciences Animal Technician II - VMU
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$26 - $30/hr
Palo Alto Veterans Institute for Research (PAVIR) supports the nation's second largest research ... Animal caretaker may be continuing to refine these skills. Ability to work some weekend and holiday ...
Palo Alto Veterans Institute for Research (PAVIR) supports the nation's second largest research ... Animal caretaker may be continuing to refine these skills. * Ability to work some weekend and ...
Palo Alto Veterans Institute for Research (PAVIR) supports the nation's second largest research ... Animal caretaker may be continuing to refine these skills. * Ability to work some weekend and ...
Animal Caretaker / Boarding Attendant / Housekeeping
Orem, UT · On-site
$9 - $12/hr
Requirements Must be able work with cleaning products and chemicals Must be able to lift 40 lbs alone and walk large dogs on a leash. Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Benefits ...
Animal Caretaker / Boarding Attendant / Housekeeping
Orem, UT · On-site
$9 - $12/hr
Requirements Must be able work with cleaning products and chemicals Must be able to lift 40 lbs alone and walk large dogs on a leash. Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Benefits ...
The Equine Animal Care Worker position will be distinguished from other animal caretakers through responsibilities for large food animals and horses. The Work will be subject to close checking for ...
The Equine Animal Care Worker position will be distinguished from other animal caretakers through responsibilities for large food animals and horses. The Work will be subject to close checking for ...
Equine Animal Care Worker
Columbia, MO · On-site
$15/hr
The EquineAnimal Care Worker position will be distinguished from other animal caretakers through responsibilitiesfor large food animals and horses. The Work will besubject to close checking for ...
Equine Animal Care Worker
Columbia, MO · On-site
$15/hr
The EquineAnimal Care Worker position will be distinguished from other animal caretakers through responsibilitiesfor large food animals and horses. The Work will besubject to close checking for ...
Equine Animal Care Worker
Columbia, MO · On-site
$16/hr
The Equine Animal Care Worker position will be distinguished from other animal caretakers through responsibilities for large food animals and horses. The Work will be subject to close checking for ...
Equine Animal Care Worker
Columbia, MO · On-site
$16/hr
The Equine Animal Care Worker position will be distinguished from other animal caretakers through responsibilities for large food animals and horses. The Work will be subject to close checking for ...
Animal Caregiver
Washington, DC · On-site
$18.25/hr
With campuses in the District of Columbia and New Jersey, along with the nation's leading pet transport initiative, it stands as the largest and most comprehensive animal services provider in the ...
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Animal Caregiver
Washington, DC · On-site
$18.25/hr
With campuses in the District of Columbia and New Jersey, along with the nation's leading pet transport initiative, it stands as the largest and most comprehensive animal services provider in the ...
Animal Caregiver
Washington, DC · On-site
$18.25/hr
With campuses in the District of Columbia and New Jersey, along with the nation's leading pet transport initiative, it stands as the largest and most comprehensive animal services provider in the ...
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Animal Caregiver
Washington, DC · On-site
$18.25/hr
With campuses in the District of Columbia and New Jersey, along with the nation's leading pet transport initiative, it stands as the largest and most comprehensive animal services provider in the ...
The best care starts with the best caregivers. Graduating soon? If you're looking for a fast-paced ... Come be a part of our Large Animal LVT team at Cornell University Hospital for Animals. What you ...
The best care starts with the best caregivers. Graduating soon? If you're looking for a fast-paced ... Come be a part of our Large Animal LVT team at Cornell University Hospital for Animals. What you ...
The best care starts with the best caregivers. Graduating soon? If you're looking for a fast-paced ... Come be a part of our Large Animal LVT team at Cornell University Hospital for Animals. What you ...
The best care starts with the best caregivers. Graduating soon? If you're looking for a fast-paced ... Come be a part of our Large Animal LVT team at Cornell University Hospital for Animals. What you ...
The best care starts with the best caregivers. Graduating soon? If you're looking for a fast-paced ... Come be a part of our Large Animal LVT team at Cornell University Hospital for Animals. What you ...
The best care starts with the best caregivers. Graduating soon? If you're looking for a fast-paced ... Come be a part of our Large Animal LVT team at Cornell University Hospital for Animals. What you ...
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Animal Caregiver
South Ogden, UT · On-site
$14 - $15/hr
An Animal Care Giver is responsible for the care of our dog and cat guests. Daily duties will ... We have Luxury Cabins with all day access as well as large indoor runs suitable for All Day Play ...
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Animal Caregiver
South Ogden, UT · On-site
$14 - $15/hr
An Animal Care Giver is responsible for the care of our dog and cat guests. Daily duties will ... We have Luxury Cabins with all day access as well as large indoor runs suitable for All Day Play ...
... needs of both small and large animals. We blend our expertise in animal medicine with ... caretakers. When your pet needs anything, a member of our compassionate team is just a bark or meow ...
... needs of both small and large animals. We blend our expertise in animal medicine with ... caretakers. When your pet needs anything, a member of our compassionate team is just a bark or meow ...
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Animal Caregiver
South Ogden, UT · On-site
$14 - $15/hr
An Animal Care Giver is responsible for the care of our dog and cat guests. Daily duties will ... We have Luxury Cabins with all day access as well as large indoor runs suitable for All Day Play ...
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Animal Caregiver
South Ogden, UT · On-site
$14 - $15/hr
An Animal Care Giver is responsible for the care of our dog and cat guests. Daily duties will ... We have Luxury Cabins with all day access as well as large indoor runs suitable for All Day Play ...
... needs of both small and large animals. We blend our expertise in animal medicine with ... caretakers. When your pet needs anything, a member of our compassionate team is just a bark or meow ...
... needs of both small and large animals. We blend our expertise in animal medicine with ... caretakers. When your pet needs anything, a member of our compassionate team is just a bark or meow ...
... needs of both small and large animals. We blend our expertise in animal medicine with ... caretakers. When your pet needs anything, a member of our compassionate team is just a bark or meow ...
... needs of both small and large animals. We blend our expertise in animal medicine with ... caretakers. When your pet needs anything, a member of our compassionate team is just a bark or meow ...
... needs of both small and large animals. We blend our expertise in animal medicine with ... caretakers. When your pet needs anything, a member of our compassionate team is just a bark or meow ...
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... needs of both small and large animals. We blend our expertise in animal medicine with ... caretakers. When your pet needs anything, a member of our compassionate team is just a bark or meow ...
Animal Technician
Cambridge, MA · On-site
... larger animals from one cage/pento another; monitor environmental controls to ensure that ... caretaking functions as assigned.
Animal Technician
Cambridge, MA · On-site
... larger animals from one cage/pento another; monitor environmental controls to ensure that ... caretaking functions as assigned.
Animal Technician
Cambridge, MA · On-site
... larger animals from one cage/pen to another; monitor environmental controls to ensure that ... duties or caretaking functions as assigned. REQUIRED: High school diploma or its equivalent ...
Animal Technician
Cambridge, MA · On-site
... larger animals from one cage/pen to another; monitor environmental controls to ensure that ... duties or caretaking functions as assigned. REQUIRED: High school diploma or its equivalent ...
Large Animal Caretaker information
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$8.41 - $9.72
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$9.72 - $11.04
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$11.04 - $12.35
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$12.35 - $13.66
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$13.76 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$13.66 - $14.97
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$14.97 - $16.28
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The median wage is $16.57 / hr.
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$19.05 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$18.90 - $20.21
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How much do large animal caretaker jobs pay per hour?
As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for large animal caretaker in the United States is $17.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.70 and $19.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is the difference between Large Animal Caretaker vs Equine Assistant?
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The main difference between a Large Animal Caretaker and an Equine Assistant is the scope of animals they work with. Large Animal Caretakers typically handle a variety of large animals such as horses, cattle, and llamas, often requiring similar skills and certifications. Equine Assistants primarily focus on horse care, training, and management. Both roles are common in farms, ranches, and equine facilities, but the Large Animal Caretaker role covers a broader range of species, making it more versatile for those seeking diverse animal care experience.
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$15/hr
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Job description
Nature and Level of Work
The requirement for this position will require the Animal Care Worker to Perform routine, manual work involving feeding, watering and custodial duties for a large number of equine (Horses) and/or food animals used in controlled research projects.
The Equine Animal Care Worker position will be distinguished from other animal caretakers through responsibilities for large food animals and horses. The Work will be subject to close checking for conformance with instructions and sanitary procedures.
The Equine Animal Care Worker will be required to work alone with large food animals and Horses. Most assignments are performed without continuing review of work methods, other functional contacts include co-workers, students, researchers and clients.
Key Responsibilities
Feed and care for animals. Prepare, mix, and weigh food for animals. Administer special diets and water animals. Ensure that caged animals have adequate food and water supply and that other animals proceed to designated feeding locations. Lift bales of hay with weight up to 70 pounds.
Maintain orderliness and observe strict sanitary precautions. Clean cages, rooms, stalls, barns, adjacent areas and various equipment used in animal care and experimentation. Remove and replace bedding, sweep or wash floors, load waste material and transport to field or pile for disposal or future use. Perform minor maintenance associated with animal quarters (i.e., mend fence, re-hang gate, etc.)
Dispose of dead animals. May euthanize animals in accordance with standardized procedures and under close supervision of properly trained personnel.
Provide information and assistance to clients using knowledge of animals and procedures.
May handle and tame young animals and animals to acclimate to human contact.
Supervision Received
Under close supervision, receive oral and written instructions daily covering special assignments or changes in work routine.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Pay Rate: $15.00
Location: Columbia, Missouri
Hours: 7am - 4pm