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Who among us isn’t an animal lover in one form or another? Did you know you can turn that passion into a career? We’ve compiled a list of 7 animal care jobs hiring in Ontario so you can get paid to do what you love.

From dog walker to chicken catcher, these positions cover a wide range of responsibilities, so there should be something for everyone!

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The best part? None of these positions require previous experience working with pets.

So if you’re looking to get into the animal care industry, this could be your foot in the door.

Many of these roles do require physical ability and the willingness to be on your feet, so consider that if you want to apply. These positions also range in locations all over the province.

If you want to spend your days surrounded by furry friends, look no further. We’ve done the hard part for you!

Dog Daycare Attendant

Salary: $17.00 an hour

Company: Paws Above

Why You Should Apply: Your responsibilities would include handling dogs, photography, outdoor playtime, cleaning, and basic admin. Sounds pretty ideal. Training is provided for the right candidate! 

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Grooming Assistant

Salary: Up to $18.00 an hour

Company: Chapell Hill Grooming

Why You Should Apply: This is a full-time position and it pays more than minimum wage! You can be raking in the dough while grooming furry friends.

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Canine Coach / Dog Daycare Attendant

Salary: Up to $16 an hour

Company: Dogtopia Meadowvale

Why You Should Apply: This job offers benefits for its full-time employees, which is always a win. Plus, you will spend your days playing with and caring for boarded dogs.

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Pet Groomer Trainee

Salary: Unspecified

Company: PetSmart

Why You Should Apply: This job will propel your pet grooming career with a no-cost, paid training program.

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Dog Walker 

Salary: Up to $19 an hour

Company: Leash & Paws Inc.

Why You Should Apply: Can you imagine a better way to make money than walking around your neighbourhood and spending time with pups? Plus, there are bonus payment opportunities for cat-sitting.

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Veterinary Receptionist / Veterinary Assistant

Salary: Unspecified

Company: Jane Animal Hospital 

Why You Should Apply: Jane Animal Hospital is offering competitive wages, benefits, and the opportunity for bonus pay.

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Key Holder

Salary: $14.00 an hour

Company: Ren's Pets

Why You Should Apply: This position is a fusion of customer service and pet care, so if you're interested in either field, this could be a great start.

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  • Abby Neufeld was a writer at Narcity Canada. She received her Bachelor of Arts in English and Professional Communications at the University of Victoria. Her past work has been published in The Toronto Star, Bitch Media, Canadian Dimension, This Magazine, and more. In 2019, Abby co-founded The New Twenties, an environmentally-focused literary and arts magazine.

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