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VCA Seaside Animal Hospital

$120 - $180/hr

World of Animals at Rittenhouse is a full-service animal hospital serving pets and their families ... staff working together to help keep pets healthy and their families informed. Our Medicine ...

New Frontier Animal Medical Center

$110 - $160/hr

World of Animals at Rittenhouse is a full-service animal hospital serving pets and their families ... staff working together to help keep pets healthy and their families informed. Our Medicine ...

Saving Grace Animals for Adoption

$22/hr

... animals and families across North Carolina. This part-time position requires working two days per week (Monday-Thursday) during the spay/neuter clinic hours which are 7:30am to 5:30 pm. The range of ...

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How much do working animals jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for working animals in the United States is $13.80, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.78 and $15.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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.

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 careers let you work with working animals?

Careers involving working animals include roles such as animal trainer, equine veterinarian, livestock handler, search and rescue dog handler, and zoo keeper. These jobs often require specialized training, certifications, and hands-on experience working directly with animals in various environments like farms, shelters, or training facilities.
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Infographic showing various Working Animals job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $28,701 per year, or $13.8 per hour.

Full-Time Associate Veterinarian World of Animals Veterinary Hospital - Rittenhouse

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital

On-site

$120 - $180/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

VCA Animal Hospitals rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 660 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

28th of 53 rated veterinary

Job description

The world has changed, so we’ve reimagined what it looks like to be a full-time veterinarian.


World of Animals at Rittenhouse is a full-service animal hospital serving pets and their families in Center City Philadelphia. Our veterinarians and veterinary staff are committed to providing high-quality health care with convenience and compassion, while helping clients better understand every aspect of their pets’ health and preventative care.


We are looking for a Full-Time Associate Veterinarian to join our Rittenhouse team. This is an opportunity for a veterinarian who enjoys building relationships with clients, practicing comprehensive small animal medicine, and being part of a team that genuinely cares about the patients entrusted to them. This role is best for a veterinarian with at least two years of experience and surgical abilities.


Why World of Animals – Rittenhouse?

At Rittenhouse, our primary goal is to provide quality care for our clients’ pets. We understand that caring for an animal can be both a day-to-day challenge and a learning experience, and our veterinarians are committed to sharing their knowledge and expertise with the families they serve.


The hospital provides a broad range of veterinary services, including physical examinations, vaccinations, spay and neuter procedures, allergy testing and relief, flea and tick control, dental care, surgical care, heartworm prevention, and boarding.


Rittenhouse also offers convenient extended weekday hours, along with weekend availability, making it easier for clients to access veterinary care when they need it.


Our Location

Located at 408 S. 20th Street in Philadelphia, World of Animals Rittenhouse puts you in the heart of one of the city’s most recognizable neighborhoods. Enjoy the nearby restaurants and shops of Rittenhouse Square, spend time exploring the Schuylkill River Trail, or head into Center City for Philadelphia’s museums, historic sites, and incredible food scene. It’s an especially appealing location for someone who wants the energy and convenience of city living with plenty to explore just outside the hospital.


Our Culture

At World of Animals, the team understands that pets are an important part of the family. That philosophy carries through the way the Rittenhouse team approaches both patient care and client relationships. The hospital emphasizes education, preventative care, convenience, and compassion, with veterinarians and staff working together to help keep pets healthy and their families informed.


Our Medicine

Rittenhouse provides full-service veterinary care for Center City Philadelphia, with services spanning preventative medicine, dentistry, surgery, parasite prevention, allergy care, and other routine and medical needs.


Current Hospital Hours

Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM |Saturday – Sunday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM


Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes:

  • Generous Salary and Sign-On Bonus, commensurate with experience

  • Production Earnings

  • No Negative Accrual or non-compete

  • Flexible Scheduling and generous PTO (Paid Time Off)

  • Granted equity via Suveto’s Veterinary Stock Ownership Plan (VSOP®)

  • 401k with company match

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision

  • Life and Disability Insurance

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • And more!


WE BELIEVE IN VETERINARY OWNERSHIP

VSOP® is an innovative way to have ownership in your hospital. It will provide you with the tools to grow both financially and professionally, without upfront monetary investment. As the hospital grows from your hard work and dedication, so will the value of your VSOP®.


SUVETO HOSPITAL NETWORK

At Suveto, we’re on a mission. We’re here to empower vets like you (yes, you) to take ownership of the profession for a better veterinary future.

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