Ideal Jobs for Animal Lovers

The time when people would pick jobs that would be boring for them is long gone. Unlike our parents and grandparents, we can choose a career that’s not only profitable but also fulfilling and exciting. Jobs shouldn’t be mind-numbing and boring, but rather challenging, and they should make us feel passionate about our chosen industry and vocation. Animal lovers feel like their choices are pretty much limited, but it’s not exactly the case. We’ve put together a list of ideal jobs for animal lovers that really make a difference.

Vet assistant

Vet assistants are like a bridge between vets and pet owners. They are expected to do some work around the lab, but mostly they handle administrative tasks. To be clear, they are often under a lot of pressure because pet owners with sick pets can be very stressed, anxious, and nervous, and it’s up to assistants to calm them down to the best of their abilities. Assistants are there to arrange emergencies, book appointments, take phone calls, and make sure the vet office is running smoothly. This is a wonderful starting position for people who are hoping to become veterinarians because it gives insight into what it’s like to work in a clinic.

Vet technician

Similar to vet assistants, vet technicians are working with vets in a clinic, but they have much more responsibilities and duties . This means that they have extensive training: they have to be able to do lab and clinical procedures and help vets with their patients at all times. Techs are typically handling those less serious yet very important and delicate tasks: taking blood samples from patients, performing lab tests on taken samples, talking to owners and taking down case histories, taking X-rays, etc. They also usually clean animal’s teeth, which means they have to be composed and confident in their abilities, but also prepared to work with skittish and reluctant patients too. Sometimes the animals they work on are very injured and sick, and it’s important not to let emotions get the better of them.

Pet groomer

When you own a fish, hamster, or a snake, you don’t have to think about grooming. On the other hand, some pets require quite a bit of grooming over the course of a single month (or even a single week), and doing it at home is not exactly easy. Pet groomers are here not only to doll up pets but to make their lives easier during hot seasons too. If you’re considering the idea of becoming a pet groomer, remember that it’s not always an easy job. You should get a lot of experience, get a proper space for pets of different sizes, get insurance for pet business , and a lot of practice. Fortunately for many enthusiasts, there is no formal education required to become a pet groomer, yet a course or two could only help you in the process.

Horseback riding teacher

Those who are passionate about horses and riding should definitely look into becoming horseback riding teachers. Being a passionate and skilled equestrian, you will probably find it easy to convey your passion to others. Teaching others what you know, helping them improve their posture, and sparking interest in horses will definitely come easy to you. You will be working with a lot of people too, sometimes helping them onto a horse for the first time, so patience and an open mind are a must. In addition to this, you will be working with horses every day and stay physically fit from all the exercise you’ll be doing every day. Still, to become a horseback riding teacher , you need to complete training and get a certificate, so be prepared to study for exams.

Animal photographer

Those who are passionate about animals and photography, the job of an animal photographer might be perfect for you. Combining the two sounds like a dream come true, and it could be if you take time to prepare. You need to understand that not all animals are comfortable in closed spaces and new people, especially people who are pointing cameras at them and being patient and flexible will help you get the best results. You will still need to invest in proper equipment as well as computer software like Adobe Photoshop, and a photography course will be of great service too. You don’t have to focus on photographing pets – getting great stock photos of wild animals and being known for wildlife photography is another way to succeed.

Animal cruelty investigator

We left the tough one for the end: investigating cases of animal cruelty. Those who can’t stand injustice and want to do something about it can take up a career of an animal cruelty investigator. Cases of animal cruelty are many, unfortunately, and it takes a strong stomach and nerves of steel to face and process those. Investigators are in charge of exploring complaints and collecting evidence that will help convict irresponsible and cruel animal owners. It’s at the very top of the list of emotionally trying jobs, but on the other hand, it’s also one of the most meaningful ones at the same time.

It doesn’t matter what job you choose to do; it’s important that you do it with a lot of dedication and passion, especially when you work with animals. Animals don’t have a voice, so it’s up to you to become their advocate and do everything in your power to keep them safe and healthy. Sometimes this means working long hours and feeling defeated when things don’t go according to plans, but the satisfaction of a job well done is much more than you could possibly imagine in the beginning.