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