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Ten Lives Club

$145K - $150K/yr

Lifting, moving and restraining cats: bending, stooping and walking on a daily basis. * When working with animals that are frightened or in pain there is a risk of being bitten or scratched. In ...

AAVMP

Associate Shelter Veterinarian

Sherwood, OR · On-site

$95 - $140/hr

Working exclusively with cats -- zero dog wrestling required! * A fast-paced, collaborative environment where your medical expertise can make a tremendous difference * Minimal client interaction and ...

Marin Humane Society

Feline Behavior Associate

Novato, CA · On-site

$23.43 - $26.03/hr

What You'll Do Working closely with our Feline Behavior Program Manager, you'll help improve outcomes for shelter cats while providing valuable behavior support and education to adopters, pet owners ...

Community Veterinary Partners

Kennel Worker

Memphis, TN · On-site

Walnut Grove Animal Clinic is looking for some new team members to join our kennel staff in taking care of our dogs and cats that are staying with us and also spend time outside with our daycare pups.

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Cat Cafe Host

Washington, DC · On-site

$17.95/hr

This role is ideal for someone who loves cats, enjoys working with people, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and takes pride in creating positive experiences and maintaining high standards.

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How much do working cats jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for working cats in the United States is $53,615.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $61,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Working Cats vs Animal Caretakers?

AspectWorking CatsAnimal Caretakers
Required CredentialsMinimal; often no formal certification neededMay require certifications in animal care or veterinary assistance
Work EnvironmentFarms, warehouses, barns, outdoor settingsAnimal shelters, clinics, pet stores, indoor facilities
Employer & IndustryFarms, pest control services, farmsAnimal shelters, veterinary clinics, pet stores
Search & Comparison IntentRoles involving pest control and outdoor animal managementRoles focused on caring for and managing animals in various settings

Working Cats are primarily employed for pest control in outdoor or semi-outdoor environments, requiring minimal formal credentials. Animal Caretakers work mainly indoors in shelters or clinics, often needing certifications in animal care. While both roles involve working with animals, their environments and responsibilities differ significantly.

What jobs are there working with working cats?

Jobs involving working cats typically include roles such as animal caretaker, shelter worker, or trap-neuter-return (TNR) program assistant. These positions often require knowledge of feline behavior, basic animal care skills, and sometimes certification in animal handling or veterinary assistance. Working with cats in these roles involves tasks like feeding, cleaning, monitoring health, and assisting with trap and release efforts.

What qualifications do you need to work with working cats?

Working cats jobs typically require basic animal care skills, such as handling and feeding cats, and sometimes prior experience with animals. Knowledge of cat behavior and safety procedures is important, and some positions may require a valid driver's license or the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
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Infographic showing various Working Cats 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 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,615 per year, or $25.8 per hour.

Veterinarian

Ten Lives Club

On-site

$145K - $150K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

THIS IS A FULL TIME POSITION, WORKING 30-35 HOURS per WEEK

Ten Lives Club is a 501c3 cat shelter in Western New York with 18 additional adoption locations. We have one part time vet & are recruiting another vet to join our team full time. Our location cares for strays and surrenders as well as offering a community clinic for reasonable cost spays, neuters, and other veterinary care. Our Vet Clinic provides spay/neuter & medical care to TLC residents, fosters & newly adopted sick cats. This position will work closely with our veterinarians, and other staff and volunteers. This position allows you to develop skills in shelter veterinary medicine, high volume spay/neuter clinics & emergency medicine.

Position Summary: Shelter Veterinarian will provide quality medical care for cats and kittens. Veterinary services are provided to our Ten Lives Club cats, TNR cats, employee cats, and some public animals (i.e. other rescue groups' cats, and low income family pets).

Responsibilities:

  • Relate professionally to volunteers, new adopters, Veterinary staff, Management and other TLC departments regarding the health of TLC residents, fosters & post adopters.
  • Responsible for the examination, diagnosis, and treatment of cats within our program.
  • Performing surgeries as required. This includes, but is not limited to, mid-to-high volume spay and neuter, eye enucleations, tail amputations, euthanasia and emergency surgery.
  • Using our dental x-ray machine and dental equipment as needed on our cats and public cats.
  • Using our digital xray machine do xrays and read the results of our cats.
  • Advocate for cats, educate public, Ten Lives Club volunteers and staff on all aspects of animal health, and ensure a safe and effective clinic environment.
  • Collaborate with clinic staff as well as department managers as needed on medical cases.
  • Promote continuing development of medical care through continued education.
  • Delegating duties and responsibilities to technical support staff to ensure proper care and comfort of ill patients
  • Keeping abreast of veterinary concerns and trends in the animal welfare movement.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Experience:

  • Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (DVM, VMD) or equivalent required.
  • Experience with cats a must.
  • Proficient at spays and neuters of cats
  • Interest in shelter medicine.
  • Work experience preferred, but new graduates will be considered for the position.
  • License in good standing with state veterinary board.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations. The ideal person for this job would be a team player, personable, professional, upbeat, and energetic, takes initiative, uses tact and diplomacy.
  • Strong communication skills to discuss recommendations and explain treatment options to the animal's caregiver and to give clear instruction to staff.
  • Able to maintain clear communication with internal staff on all levels.
  • Written and oral communication skills
  • Strong problem solving skills
  • Interest in continuing veterinary education and exploration of new technologies and treatment modalities.
  • Work requires continual attention to detail. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated good working habits in an environment that requires multitasking and multiple demands on time.
  • Valid Driver's License with access to transportation.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to stand for long periods of time while performing work requiring concentration and manual dexterity.
  • Lifting, moving and restraining cats: bending, stooping and walking on a daily basis.
  • When working with animals that are frightened or in pain there is a risk of being bitten or scratched. In addition when working with diseased animals there is a risk of being infected by zoonotic disease.
Employment Type: Full Time
Years Experience: 1 - 3 years
Salary: $145,000 - $150,000 Annual
Bonus/Commission: No

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