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Animal Care Officer
Overview
Animal care officers are responsible for the treatment, care, and overall well-being of animals.
Description
- Bathe and feed animals.
- Check water and food supplies of animals, ensuring adequate nutrition and hydration.
- Clean animal living spaces including cages, kennels, and enclosures.
- Ensure animals receive proper medication as prescribed.
- Take care of the animals’ overall needs.
Entry requirements
- It depends. If you’d like to work at animal shelters like the SPCA, you need at least a N-level certificate.
- But if you’d like to work at Wildlife Reserves Singapore, you’d need a Degree in Biology, Veterinary, Life Sciences, or any relevant field. Having knowledge and passion for animals is an advantage.
Salary
$1,800 – 2,500
/mo
Salary ranges are estimated based on public information found on Singaporean job portals, including MyCareersFuture, MySkillsFuture. Updated as of 2026.
Trivia
Animal care officers may work in veterinary clinics too. Some are trained to assist with euthanasia or vaccinate animals.
What to expect
You'll record and observe animal behaviour. Scared animals may be aggressive, so you must be patient and observant.
Soft
skills
Interpersonal Skills
Ability to effectively communicate when working with colleagues and the public.
Passion for Animal Welfare
Possesses dedication to animal health, safety, and rights.
Writing Skills
Proficient in writing clear, detailed reports about animal health and behaviours.
Knowledge of animals
Deep knowledge of animals’ behaviour, living needs, and basic healthcare requirements.
Experience in handling animals
Skilled in managing, restraining, and caring for different animals.
Physical Fitness
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks when caring for animals.
Hard
skills
Frequently asked questions
Usually, five days a week with regular hours, but you must be open to work weekends and public holidays since animals need care 24/7.
Volunteer at animal shelters, work at veterinary clinics, or start pet-sitting to gain hands-on experience.
They often work with animals with different needs, which can be quite chaotic.
Daily recording is recommended to monitor for behavioural changes and their causes.
Yes, empathy and emotional intelligence are crucial for you to understand the animals and care for their needs.