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“Animal Groomer” will probably be replaced by robots.
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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.
Job Details
- The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 39-2021.00
- The Mean Annual Wage in the U.S. is $ 24,420.00
- The Mean Hourly Wage is $ 11.00
- Currently, there are 187,360 people on this job
☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Nonfarm Animal Caretakers”.
Also Known As…
- Nonfarm Animal Caretakers
- Pet Stylist
- Pet Groomer
- Kennel Technician
- Kennel Manager
- Kennel Attendant
- Groomer
- Dog Groomer
- Aquarist
- Animal Care Technician
- Animal Care Giver (ACG)
- Zookeeper
- Zoo Keeper
- Zoo Caretaker
- Wildlife Rehabilitator
- Wild Animal Caretaker
- Walker
- Veterinary Technician
- Stock Feeder
- Stable Helper
- Stable Hand
- Stable Cleaner
- Stable Attendant
- Ringman
- Reptile Keeper
- Poundmaster
- Pound Keeper
- Pound Attendant
- Plater
- Pet Sitter
- Pet Resort Concierge
- Pet Feeder
- Pet Caretaker
- Pet Care Worker
- Pet Care Associate
- Pet Care Assistant
- Pet Adoption Counselor
- Parakeet Raiser
- Nonfarm Animal Caretaker
- Natural Science Curator
- Monkey Keeper
- Mobile Pet Groomer
- Mice Raiser
- Lead Pony Rider
- Kennel Worker
- Kennel Supervisor
- Kennel Operator
- Kennel Keeper
- Kennel Helper
- Kennel Assistant
- Kennel Aide
- Keeper
- Hot Walker
- Hostler
- Horseshoer
- Horse Shoer
- Horse Rider
- Horse Groomer
- Horse Exerciser
- Herpetologist
- Grooming Assistant
- Farrier
- Doggy Daycare Activities Director
- Dog Walker
- Dog Sitter
- Dog Raiser
- Dog Pound Attendant
- Dog or Animal Sitter
- Dog Hair Clipper
- Dog Boarder
- Dog Beautician
- Dog Bather
- Dog Barber
- Cat, Dog, or Other Pet Groomer
- Cat Sitter
- Cat and Dog Bather
- Caretaker
- Care Taker
- Canary Raiser
- Bird Tender
- Bird Raiser
- Bather
- Aviculturist
- Aquarium Tank Attendant
- Animal Sitter
- Animal Shelter Worker
- Animal Rehabilitator
- Animal Nursery Worker
- Animal Laboratory Helper
- Animal Keeper
- Animal Health Technician
- Animal Handler
- Animal Feeder
- Animal Daycare Provider
- Animal Control Officer
- Animal Caretaker
- Animal Caregiver
- Animal Care Taker
- Animal Care Service Worker
Tasks for “Animal Groomer”
- Mix food, liquid formulas, medications, or food supplements according to instructions, prescriptions, and knowledge of animal species.
- Adjust controls to regulate specified temperature and humidity of animal quarters, nurseries, or exhibit areas.
- Clean and disinfect surgical equipment.
- Respond to questions from patrons, and provide information about animals, such as behavior, habitat, breeding habits, or facility activities.
- Discuss with clients their pets' grooming needs.
- Feed and water animals according to schedules and feeding instructions.
- Exercise animals to maintain their physical and mental health.
- Provide treatment to sick or injured animals, or contact veterinarians to secure treatment.
- Anesthetize and inoculate animals, according to instructions.
- Collect and record animal information, such as weight, size, physical condition, treatments received, medications given, and food intake.
- Find homes for stray or unwanted animals.
- Do facility laundry and clean, organize, maintain, and disinfect animal quarters, such as pens and stables, and equipment, such as saddles and bridles.
- Install, maintain, and repair animal care facility equipment, such as infrared lights, feeding devices, and cages.
- Answer telephones and schedule appointments.
- Sell pet food and supplies.
- Perform animal grooming duties, such as washing, brushing, clipping, and trimming coats, cutting nails, and cleaning ears.
- Order, unload, and store feed and supplies.
- Transfer animals between enclosures to facilitate breeding, birthing, shipping, or rearrangement of exhibits.
- Train animals to perform certain tasks.
- Observe and caution children petting and feeding animals in designated areas to ensure the safety of humans and animals.
- Examine and observe animals to detect signs of illness, disease, or injury.
Related Technology & Tools
- Air purifying respirators
- Animal clippers
- Grooming rakes
- Animal crates
- Wheeled forklifts
- Benchtop electronic toploading balances
- Mat breakers
- Animal nail files
- Carbonate hardness test kits
- pH test kits
- Pet bathing brushes
- Animal handling sleeves
- Algae scrapers
- Slicker brushes
- pH testers
- Shedding blades
- Aquarium lighting
- Aquarium heaters
- Cat grooming bags
- Grooming tables
- Cordless animal trimmers
- Inflatable rubber motor boats
- Aquarium pumps
- Animal nail clippers
- Ammonia test kits
- Slings
- Coat strippers
- Binocular light compound microscopes
- Pressure sprayers
- Digital oxidation reduction potential ORP meters
- Aquarium tongs
- Grooming shears
- Animal harnesses
- Protein skimmers
- Aquarium filters
- Animal cages
- Hydraulic bucket lifts
- Handheld digital refractometers
- Spear guns
- Fish tanks
- Pin brushes
- Nitrate test kits
- Self-contained underwater breathing apparatus SCUBA gear
- Animal nail grinders
- Stepladders
- Scaffolding
- Eye droppers
- Scissor lifts
- Animal muzzles
- General hardness GH test kits
- Animal handling gloves
- Portable dissolved oxygen DO meters
- Grooming combs
- Personal computers
- Siphon hoses
- Blow dryers
- Underwater cameras
- Aquarium ultraviolet UV sterilizers
- Nitrite test kits
- Groom Pro
- Appointment-Plus
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Word
- DaySmart Software 123Pet
- Microsoft Outlook
- Petschedule
- K9 Bytes K9 Koordinator
- The Groomer's Write Hand
- CEEJS The Pet Groomer's Secretary
- Kennel Link
- Mobile Dog Grooming Software mGroomer
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Groomsoft
- Envision Pet Grooming