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