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Weber County

Kennel Tech

Ogden, UT

$16/hr

Working knowledge of the various breeds of dogs, cats and other domestic animals. Knowledge of basic techniques of animal control. Skills and Abilities to: Skilled in restraining animals and giving ...

Weber County

Kennel Tech

Ogden, UT · On-site

$16/hr

Working knowledge of the various breeds of dogs, cats and other domestic animals. Knowledge of basic techniques of animal control. Skills and Abilities to: Skilled in restraining animals and giving ...

Weber County

Kennel Tech

Ogden, UT · On-site

$16/hr

Working knowledge of the various breeds of dogs, cats and other domestic animals. Knowledge of basic techniques of animal control. Skills and Abilities to: Skilled in restraining animals and giving ...

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What are some common challenges faced by professionals working with service or therapy animals, and how can these be managed?

Professionals who work with service or therapy animals often encounter challenges such as maintaining the animals’ training and behavior standards, ensuring their health and well-being, and fostering effective communication between the animal and handler. It’s also common to navigate public misconceptions and access issues when bringing animals into various environments. Managing these challenges involves ongoing education, regular health check-ups for the animals, and strong teamwork with both human and animal partners. Support from experienced colleagues and continuing professional development are also valuable in overcoming these daily obstacles.

What is the difference between Working Animals vs Search and Rescue Dogs?

AspectWorking AnimalsSearch and Rescue Dogs
Required CredentialsBasic training, certifications vary by taskAdvanced training, certifications in search and rescue techniques
Work EnvironmentFarms, farms, urban areas, specialized environmentsDisaster sites, wilderness, urban search zones
Employer & IndustryAgriculture, transportation, service industriesEmergency services, rescue organizations

Working Animals encompass a broad range of animals trained for various tasks across industries, while Search and Rescue Dogs are specifically trained to locate missing persons in disaster or wilderness scenarios. Both roles require specialized training, but Search and Rescue Dogs undergo more intensive certification processes and operate primarily in emergency environments. Understanding these differences helps clarify their unique functions and training requirements.

What is a working animal?

Working animals are animals that have been trained to perform specific tasks or services for humans. These roles can include herding livestock, pulling carts or plows, providing transportation, assisting people with disabilities, performing search and rescue, or even detecting drugs and explosives. Common examples include horses, dogs, donkeys, and oxen. Working animals have played a significant role in human societies throughout history and continue to be important in many industries and communities today.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to work with working animals?

To excel as an animal trainer for working animals, you need a strong understanding of animal behavior, training techniques, and relevant animal care practices, often supported by a high school diploma or animal science coursework. Familiarity with positive reinforcement tools, clicker training systems, and animal handling equipment is typically required. Patience, clear communication, and observational skills are crucial soft skills that help build trust and ensure effective training. These competencies are vital for ensuring the safety, well-being, and optimal performance of working animals in professional settings.
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Infographic showing various Working Animals job openings in Utah as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 63% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 12% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution.

Veterinary Technician - Dermatology

Dermatology for Animals

Salt Lake City, UT

$20 - $24/hr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Description

Veterinary Technician - Dermatology
Full-Time (No Weekends!)
Salt Lake City, Utah
$2,000 Sign-On Bonus available!
Compensation: $20-$24/hour
Welcoming applicants who take pride in excellent customer service, offering compassion and courtesy to all our patients and clients. The Veterinary Technician role is essential in caring for our patients and clients.
Dermatology for Animals, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, has a reputation for maintaining a caring and compassionate atmosphere at all of our locations, for our employees, clients and patients.
At Dermatology for Animals, you’ll feel the warmth and openness of a small clinic, while having the opportunity and support of a united network. We are forward thinkers, from all walks of life, who join together through laughter, empathy and commitment. We strive to promote a positive working environment where your wellbeing, including mental and emotional health, is of the utmost importance to us. We believe in mentoring and growing talent at all levels. Whether it’s a formal program, or just a caring team member, you’ll have someone there to coach, guide, and cheer you on. We work hard to care for animals and have plenty of fun along the way, supporting each other as one collaborative family.
Qualifications and skills:
  • At least 1 year experience as a Veterinary Technician
  • Veterinary Technician Licensure strongly preferred but not required
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Team player/plays well with other team members
  • Positive attitude
  •  Enhancing reputation of the practice through client interactions and client education
  • Accepting ownership for success /self-motivated
  •  Excellent Organizational skills
  •  Basic computer knowledge
  • Good technician skills, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, specimen preparation, safe restraint of cats and dogs
  •  Experience monitoring sedation/anesthesia
Benefits – our care in action
Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short- and long- term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:
  • Competitive pay
  • 401(k) with employer match 
  • Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health 
  • Paid parental leave
  • Purr-ental leave for when you adopt a pet 
  • Subsidized backup childcare and elder care 
  • Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning 
  • FREE CE courses
  • Pet perks and veterinary service discounts 
  • Student loan support tools and assistance 
Some benefits shown are only for full-time team members who work 30 hours or more per week. Certain Benefits may be subject to waiting periods or length of service requirements.
At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered.
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