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