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FRIENDS FOR ANIMALS OF METRO DETROI

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Animal Care Specialist

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$14/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... working on weekends and holidays. Employee may have to work outside in a variety of weather conditions. Company Description We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Friends for Animals of Metro ...

FRIENDS FOR ANIMALS OF METRO DETROI

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Animal Care Specialist

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$14/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... working on weekends and holidays. Employee may have to work outside in a variety of weather conditions. Company Description We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Friends for Animals of Metro ...

Partnership for Animals in Athens/Limestone

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Veterinary Technician

Harvest, AL · On-site

$19 - $24/hr

  • PTO

Company Description PAALS, a 501(c)(3) registered nonprofit, consists of volunteers from Athens, Huntsville, Madison, and Decatur, all working together to tackle the issue of homeless animals in ...

Champaign County

Kennel Worker

Urbana, IL · On-site

$18.45 - $23.38/hr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Assists with euthanasia of animals. Qualifications * High school diploma or general education degree and six months of experience working with animals is desirable -or- equivalent combination of ...

Partnership for Animals in Athens/Limestone

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Veterinary Technician

Harvest, AL · On-site

$19 - $24/hr

  • PTO

Company Description PAALS, a 501(c)(3) registered nonprofit, consists of volunteers from Athens, Huntsville, Madison, and Decatur, all working together to tackle the issue of homeless animals in ...

Champaign County

Kennel Worker

Urbana, IL

$18.45 - $23.38/hr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Assists with euthanasia of animals. Qualifications * High school diploma or general education degree and six months of experience working with animals is desirable -or- equivalent combination of ...

Partnership for Animals in Athens/Limestone

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Clinic Manager

Harvest, AL · On-site

$45K - $55K/yr

  • PTO

... set up and working properly. Reply to any emails regarding booking.  Manage booking schedule through software and ensures proper number of animals are booked daily, in coordination with ...

Winsted Hospital for Animals

Veterinary Assistant

Barkhamsted, CT

$15.75 - $19.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working directly with animals, supporting exceptional veterinary medicine, and being part of a collaborative hospital where teamwork and ...

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How much do working animals jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 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 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 the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $28,701 per year, or $13.8 per hour.

Animal Care Specialist

FRIENDS FOR ANIMALS OF METRO DETROI

Dearborn, MI • On-site

$14/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Title: Animal Care Specialist

Supervised by: Director of Operations / Assistant Director of Operations.

Status: Part Time, Non-Exempt

OrganizationFriends for Animals of Metro Detroit (FAMD) is dedicated to the rescue, protection, and adoption of companion animals in need while inspiring the human-animal bond.

As animal advocates, we are committed to:

  • Saving 100% of healthy and treatable animals.
  • Providing high-quality animal care and adoption services.
  • Delivering innovative outreach programs and activities that promote education.
  • Promoting animal welfare legislation.
  • Embracing environmental responsibility with earth-friendly practices and facilities.

Summary

The Animal Care Specialist performs routine animal care and related duties for Friends for Animals of Metro Detroit which provides animal sheltering services to the city of Dearborn. The work involves cleaning and maintaining animal areas inside and outside property of thefacility, interacting with the public and other visitors to the shelter, handling incoming and current sheltered animals, and performing other related shelter duties. This employee will carry out daily assignments, follow through on matters, and use independent judgement and training to take appropriate actions to deal with standard recurring situations. Responsibilities will vary on the current needs of the shelter.

Roles

  • Cleans kennels, cages and other animal housing areas.
  • Performs shelter duties including providing the proper amount of food/water, proper bedding and other care to animals brought to the shelter, washing laundry and dishes, and all necessary housekeeping duties.
  • Assists in medical testing, treatments, and euthanasia as requested.
  • Assists in temperament and behavior assessments as requested as well as performs prescribed socialization and training methods in handling the animals.
  • Interacts with public and assists volunteers, facilitates adoptions by answering questions, directs them to appropriate animals, etc.
  • Works with volunteers; guiding them in their role, communicating with them, and answering their questions regarding a task or help with an animal.
  • Ensures proper inventory levels of food, and other supplies. Informs supervisor when reordering is necessary.
  • Follows all FAMD policies and protocols.
  • Performs additional tasks as required.

Qualifications/Skills

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must be able to work week days, weekends and some holidays.
  • Prior animal experience or knowledge of animal care is preferred but not required.
  • Maintains professional attitude at all times.
  • Friendly communication with public/volunteers and staff.
  • Handles animals safely and effectively.
  • Follows all cleaning processes in the kennels and cages in an efficient manner.
  • Development of animal handling skills as a result of on-the-job experience.
  • Ability to work under high-stress environments and situations.
  • Ability to follow directions.

Physical Requirements

  • Visual requirement.
  • Hearing requirement.
  • Standing for long period of time.
  • Walking for long period of time.
  • Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
  • Climb step ladders and stairs.
  • Bend, reach, hold, grasp, and turn objects.

License/Certificates

  • Valid driver’s license.

Other Factors

Worker is subject to working on weekends and holidays.

Employee may have to work outside in a variety of weather conditions.

Company Description

We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Friends for Animals of Metro Detroit (FAMD) is dedicated to the rescue, protection, and adoption of companion animals in need while inspiring the human-animal bond.

As animal advocates, we are committed to:

Saving 100% of healthy and treatable animals.
Providing high-quality animal care and adoption services.
Delivering innovative outreach programs and activities that promote education.
Promoting animal welfare legislation.
Embracing environmental responsibility with earth-friendly practices and facilities.