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I've always loved and had many animals since I was a child. I've been looking for a job where I can get paid to enjoy working with them but having a hard time because of my area. It's ethier they are not hiring or they just need voluteers. I would volunteer but I really need the money. I already looked on asburyparkpressonline, craiglist, and even went into petshops and asked if they were hiring. Does anyone else know where I can look for a job with animals? All answers would be so greatly appreciated! Thanks

2006-12-10 08:01:18 · 14 answers · asked by sinai 1 in Pets Dogs

I live in Lakewood, NJ

2006-12-10 08:17:40 · update #1

14 answers

I love animals too but the courts took out an injuction to stop me doing it again, they just don't understand that me and lassie are in love

2006-12-10 08:03:26 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0 4

Veterinary clinics frequently need assistance and are a good place to look for work with animals. There are clinics that see only dogs and cats, but others may specialize in exotic animals. In more rural areas there are equine and bovine clinics. And in the suburbs you may find mixed practices that see many types of animals.

When you approach a clinic wear conservative clean pressed clothing, e.g. polo shirt and khaki pants. You should limit jewelry (small earings (one pair, no hoops), single necklace (if any), no bracelets, no facial studs). Your shoes should be practical (flats, closed toes, no slides), e.g. sneakers with easy to clean soles. Your hair should be simply styled and pulled back from your face. Makeup use needs to be curtailed.

Have a single-page resume in hand as you enter the clinic. Include 2 or 3 references (address, email, phone #'s) who are not your parents. Don't worry if you have limited experience, just list any work you have with animals, e.g. pet sitting, animal training, dog showing, etc. Clinics will also be interested in your high school classes (Biology, Chemistry, Anatomy, Genetics), any lab experience (microscope use, mixing chemicals), and your volunteer service (Red Cross (any certifications?), Candy Striper, Food Pantry, etc.). A guidance counselor can help you put this resume together (triple check spelling)!

Be prepared that an entry level job at a veterinary clinics is usually minimum wage. Many people enjoy working with animals (so there is competition for jobs) and you may need to volunteer with the clinic for a period of time before being hired. Begin doing research about certification programs for Veterinary Assistants and Veterinary Technicians in your area. Learn the process for how one becomes a Veterinarian.

Write a thank you note to the interviewer, even if you don't get the job. Be persistant! Return a few months later to clinics you have applied to and submit an updated resume.

Best of Luck!

2006-12-10 16:51:18 · answer #2 · answered by Diane Jackson 2 · 0 0

Join the club- it is extremely hard to find a place to work with animals. Your best bet would be a dairy farm or a horse stable. Other than that, there are about 50 + applicants for each position. I would suggest getting a job somewhere else and volunteering at a place you would like to work. If a job opens up there, you will hear about it first and they will be more likely to hire you since they know you already.

good luck!

2006-12-10 16:05:55 · answer #3 · answered by D 7 · 0 0

Well look at it this way
maybe if you worked with animals
you might not want to come home to more

can you imagine having to put a perfectly healthy dog/cat/or
down just because there are too many?

I've had a couple of friends who worked for the county and usually that's the first job they had to do
way hard to turn off your emotions

anyway
how about dog grooming?
Sounds like you dont' have experience yet?
Truthfully most jobs that are 'fun' don't pay well because lots of folks are willing to do them for next to nothing.

Best of luck
I'd say get any job
make money
and volunteer on the side
till you meet some people
who will help you get your dream job
working with animals

2006-12-10 16:10:19 · answer #4 · answered by chaz 2 · 0 0

The pay sucks but I am a vet tech. It seems there is always someone in my area hiring. I live in the west, though. I don't know where you live. I went to college for a degree and that helped a little, but even then the pay still sucks. GL

2006-12-10 16:09:17 · answer #5 · answered by TotallylovesTodd! 4 · 0 0

Vetenary clinics are good. Is there a petting zoo around? Maybe even at a stable. Sometimes they will hire you to brush and groom the horses. Start a dog walking service,or sit with other people's pets while they are away.

2006-12-10 16:06:34 · answer #6 · answered by headleyjanice@yahoo.com 1 · 0 0

Animals shelters may be hiring, but as you mentioned, work might be voluntary. If you can drive and are physically strong, you could always try to find work on a farm
The other jobs I can think of would require specific education, but I say if that's really your dream, go for it: Veterinary assistant, veterinary, forest ranger, zookeeper, biologist...

2006-12-10 16:06:03 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

I live in CT, and it seems there are never enough Vet Techs here.

My cousin was in the same boat as you last year, and she eventually found a job working at a local humane society as a pet educator. Now does education and outreach programs in the community with the pets and rescue programs.

2006-12-10 16:14:24 · answer #8 · answered by mariejessie 2 · 0 0

Many places want someone with a degree. You should look into the animal technician program at your local technical college or go to college for a degree in biology or zoology.

2006-12-10 16:07:36 · answer #9 · answered by dogandcatluvr 3 · 0 0

There are a few horse farms in the area, especially in jackson and Howell. Also, did you try the pet store in the freehold mall?
Good luck!

2006-12-13 18:10:01 · answer #10 · answered by steelyourself 3 · 0 0

Have you tried making leaflets and putting them in letterboxes and advertising your services as an animal sitter while the owners are away? Or offer to walk dogs?

2006-12-10 16:12:39 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

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