Feline Veterinarian

Job Title

Feline Veterinarian (Full Time)

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We plan to treat cats with the respect they deserve. Cat Tales is a HAB Certified
, Fear Free Certified
, and Feline VMA Cat Friendly Practice that offers exceptional care to feline patients and builds supportive relationships with their families. In addition to clinical services, we provide:

• A cat lounge – all are welcome to visit, stay for a coffee, and take a purrfect break
• Adoption options – our lounge supports the local shelter and encourages feline fans to find their next family member. Over 60 cats adopted in our first year!

Kind, altruistic, happy, caring, encouraging, self‑aware, gentle, inclusive, smart, courageous, curious, and all‑in.

• A cat lover
• Motivated by the challenge of an elusive diagnosis
• A great communicator but an even better listener
• Continuously curious and always looking to learn
• Interested in a collaborative work environment
• Flexible and open to change
• Focused on the details

• Your voice will be heard
• Belong to a team of caring individuals
• Find meaning and fulfillment in your work
• Guidance and stability through mature leadership
• Mentoring and support at your own pace
• Salary $150,000 – $180,000 per year (negotiable)
• Bonus:
  Opportunity for partnership if desired

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an AVMA accredited university
• Active California veterinary license in good standing
• Willingness to become Cat Friendly and Fear Free Certified
• Preferred: 1 or more years of clinical experience
• Ability to perform OVHs, neuters, mass removals, and other common procedures

Please send a cover letter and resume/CV to Julie and Chris Shacoski.

Cat Tales is the only Fear Free, Cat Friendly feline health center in Davis, CA. Opened in December 2024, it is independently owned by two seasoned veterinarians – Julie Cole Shacoski and Chris “Shac” Shacoski. The practice focuses on helping all cats flourish through leisurely appointments that allow time for building relationships, thorough examinations, and personalized care plans. We partner with the local shelter to enable feline fans to find their next family member and have helped 60 cats find new homes in the past year.

We also offer grooming and medical boarding for existing clients.

To apply, please submit your cover letter and résumé/CV to Julie and Chris Shacoski at Cat Tales.