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Job Description

Train animals for riding, harness, security, performance, or obedience, or assisting persons with disabilities. Accustom animals to human voice and contact; and condition animals to respond to commands. Train animals according to prescribed standards for show or competition. May train animals to carry pack loads or work as part of pack team.

Job Details

• The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 39-2011.00
• The Mean Annual Wage in the U.S. is $ 34,580.00
• The Mean Hourly Wage is $ 16.00
• Currently, there are 13,590 people on this job

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Animal Trainers”.

Also Known As…

• Animal Trainers
• Trainer
• Service Dog Trainer
• Racehorse Trainer
• Horse Trainer
• Guide Dog Trainer
• Guide Dog Mobility Instructor (GDMI)
• Dog Trainer
• Dog Obedience Instructor
• Agility Instructor
• Whale Trainer
• Trick Rodeo Rider
• Snake Charmer
• Show Horse Driver
• Show Dog Trainer
• Seeing Eye Dog Trainer
• Seeing Eye Dog Teacher
• Ring Conductor
• Pet Training Instructor
• Pet Handler
• Outrider
• Obedience Trainer
• Monkey Trainer
• Marine Mammal Trainer
• Marine Animal Trainer
• Lion Trainer
• Lion Tamer
• Horseman
• Horse Wrangler
• Horse Breaker
• Hearing Dog Trainer
• Guide Dog Instructor
• Equestrian Trainer
• Equestrian
• Elephant Tamer
• Dolphin Trainer
• Dog Show Judge
• Dog Handler
• Canine Service Teacher
• Bronc Buster
• Bronc Breaker
• Animal Handler

Tasks for “Guide Dog Instructor”

• Train horses or other equines for riding, harness, show, racing, or other work, using knowledge of breed characteristics, training methods, performance standards, and the peculiarities of each animal.
• Conduct training programs to develop or maintain desired animal behaviors for competition, entertainment, obedience, security, riding, or related purposes.
• Use oral, spur, rein, or hand commands to condition horses to carry riders or to pull horse-drawn equipment.
• Place tack or harnesses on horses to accustom horses to the feel of equipment.
• Instruct jockeys in handling specific horses during races.
• Administer prescribed medications to animals.
• Observe animals' physical conditions to detect illness or unhealthy conditions requiring medical care.
• Talk to or interact with animals to familiarize them to human voices or contact.
• Advise animal owners regarding the purchase of specific animals.
• Evaluate animals to determine their temperaments, abilities, or aptitude for training.
• Evaluate animals for trainability and ability to perform.
• Train dogs to work as guides for the visually impaired.
• Train and rehearse animals, according to scripts, for motion picture, television, film, stage, or circus performances.
• Retrain horses to break bad habits, such as kicking, bolting, or resisting bridling or grooming.
• Feed or exercise animals or provide other general care, such as cleaning or maintaining holding or performance areas.
• Cue or signal animals during performances.
• Organize or conduct animal shows.
• Train dogs in human assistance or property protection duties.
• Keep records documenting animal health, diet, or behavior.

Related Technology & Tools

• Agility pause tables
• Equine training harnesses
• Pin brushes
• Rope halters
• Bite sleeves
• Lead ropes
• Side reins
• Personal computers
• Dog muzzles
• Training surcingles
• Dog cooling vests
• Agility tunnels
• Equine ear plugs
• Agility dog walks
• Agility jumps
• Stud chains
• Bite tugs
• Long leashes
• Agitation sticks
• Draw reins
• Dog training collars
• Agitation whips
• Bite suits
• Training forks
• Swivel carabiners
• Flat halters
• Agility A-frames
• Training whistles
• Clicker targets
• Agility see-saws
• Slicker brushes
• Agility tire jumps

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