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Nonfarm Animal Caretakers

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Job Description


	Feed, water, groom, bathe, exercise, or otherwise care for pets and other nonfarm animals, such as dogs, cats, ornamental fish or birds, zoo animals, and mice. Work in settings such as kennels, animal shelters, zoos, circuses, and aquariums. May keep records of feedings, treatments, and animals received or discharged. May clean, disinfect, and repair cages, pens, or fish tanks.

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Job Requirements


	Experience: Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful in these occupations, but usually is not needed. For example, a drywall installer might benefit from experience installing drywall, but an inexperienced person could still learn to be an installer with little difficulty.

	Education: These occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job-related course work. In some cases, an associate's or bachelor's degree could be needed.

	Training: Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees.

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Significant Points


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Animal Care and Service Workers

Animal lovers get satisfaction in this occupation, but the work can be unpleasant, physically and emotionally demanding, and sometimes dangerous. Most workers are trained on the job, but employers generally prefer to hire people who have some experience with animals; some jobs require a bachelor's degree in biology, animal science, or a related field. Good employment opportunities are expected for most positions; however, keen competition is expected for jobs as zookeepers. Earnings are relatively low.
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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Nonfarm animal caretakers
Other Personal Services	44,120
Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services	25,870
Other Miscellaneous Store Retailers	19,830
Social Advocacy Organizations	9,590
Spectator Sports	7,690
Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions	4,750
Local Government (OES Designation)	3,500
Support Activities for Animal Production	3,140
Other Amusement and Recreation Industries	1,220
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools	1,160

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Title: "Animal Caretakers"

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