Animal kindness includes any example of treating animals with respect and care. While many animal kindness organizations offer volunteer opportunities, there are a variety of jobs available to those interested in pursuing a career in the field.
Organic Farming
On organic farms, chicken, cows, pigs, sheep and other animals are tended to with the utmost care and are not given drugs or injections. Managers of organic farms generally earn around $50,000 annually, while assistants or farm hands typically earn between $12,000 to $16,000, with the possibility of additional room and board.
Animal Protection
There are many government-sponsored animal protection programs and charities in various areas that need employees to inspect kennels, operate animal ambulances, handle issues of animal cruelty and abuse, or to attend and care for animals that have been rescued. Salaries vary greatly depending on the type of position and organization.
Animal Conservation
Animal conservationists help reduce the impact of humans upon animals and their habitats through a variety of means. They work as consultants to industry, in research capacities for government organizations, and in law enforcement as rangers and game wardens and earn an average of $60,170 annually.
Veterinary Medicine
Veterinarians and their assistants exhibit kindness to animals by treating their illnesses and keeping them well. Veterinarians earn approximately $71,990 annually, while their assistants average $29,850.
Animal Care
Groomers and trainers also assist animals, making it easier for their owners to care for them by bathing and trimming their nails or by helping them learn to behave. Those employed in animal care earn an average of $21,550 annually.
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