Will “Animal Handler” be Replaced By Robots? 🤔
82% Chance of Automation
“Animal Handler” will probably be replaced by robots.
This job is ranked #452 out of #702. A higher ranking (i.e., a lower number) means the job is less likely to be replaced.
Care to share? Click for Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, or XING. 👍
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 Groomer
- Animal Feeder
- Animal Daycare Provider
- Animal Control Officer
- Animal Caretaker
- Animal Caregiver
- Animal Care Taker
- Animal Care Service Worker
Tasks for “Animal Handler”
- Install, maintain, and repair animal care facility equipment, such as infrared lights, feeding devices, and cages.
- Discuss with clients their pets' grooming needs.
- Adjust controls to regulate specified temperature and humidity of animal quarters, nurseries, or exhibit areas.
- Collect and record animal information, such as weight, size, physical condition, treatments received, medications given, and food intake.
- Do facility laundry and clean, organize, maintain, and disinfect animal quarters, such as pens and stables, and equipment, such as saddles and bridles.
- Exercise animals to maintain their physical and mental health.
- Observe and caution children petting and feeding animals in designated areas to ensure the safety of humans and animals.
- Sell pet food and supplies.
- Train animals to perform certain tasks.
- Perform animal grooming duties, such as washing, brushing, clipping, and trimming coats, cutting nails, and cleaning ears.
- Respond to questions from patrons, and provide information about animals, such as behavior, habitat, breeding habits, or facility activities.
- Feed and water animals according to schedules and feeding instructions.
- Clean and disinfect surgical equipment.
- Answer telephones and schedule appointments.
- Order, unload, and store feed and supplies.
- Provide treatment to sick or injured animals, or contact veterinarians to secure treatment.
- Mix food, liquid formulas, medications, or food supplements according to instructions, prescriptions, and knowledge of animal species.
- Anesthetize and inoculate animals, according to instructions.
- Find homes for stray or unwanted animals.
- Examine and observe animals to detect signs of illness, disease, or injury.
- Transfer animals between enclosures to facilitate breeding, birthing, shipping, or rearrangement of exhibits.
Related Technology & Tools
- Digital oxidation reduction potential ORP meters
- Grooming shears
- Aquarium pumps
- Stepladders
- Inflatable rubber motor boats
- Spear guns
- Slings
- Pressure sprayers
- Benchtop electronic toploading balances
- Hydraulic bucket lifts
- Fish tanks
- Aquarium ultraviolet UV sterilizers
- General hardness GH test kits
- Self-contained underwater breathing apparatus SCUBA gear
- Air purifying respirators
- Animal nail grinders
- Aquarium filters
- Nitrite test kits
- Coat strippers
- Animal nail clippers
- Grooming combs
- Ammonia test kits
- Binocular light compound microscopes
- Handheld digital refractometers
- Carbonate hardness test kits
- Aquarium tongs
- Aquarium heaters
- Cordless animal trimmers
- Personal computers
- Siphon hoses
- Animal clippers
- Aquarium lighting
- Underwater cameras
- Animal nail files
- Slicker brushes
- pH testers
- Grooming tables
- Scaffolding
- Eye droppers
- Animal handling gloves
- Wheeled forklifts
- pH test kits
- Animal muzzles
- Animal handling sleeves
- Blow dryers
- Cat grooming bags
- Mat breakers
- Animal cages
- Protein skimmers
- Shedding blades
- Pet bathing brushes
- Pin brushes
- Nitrate test kits
- Scissor lifts
- Grooming rakes
- Animal crates
- Animal harnesses
- Algae scrapers
- Portable dissolved oxygen DO meters
- Microsoft Access
- CEEJS The Pet Groomer's Secretary
- Microsoft Word
- Groom Pro
- Envision Pet Grooming
- Microsoft Excel
- Appointment-Plus
- Petschedule
- Mobile Dog Grooming Software mGroomer
- Kennel Link
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- K9 Bytes K9 Koordinator
- The Groomer's Write Hand
- DaySmart Software 123Pet
- Groomsoft
- Microsoft Outlook