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