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Summary Description


	Select and breed animals according to their genealogy, characteristics, and offspring. May require knowledge of artificial insemination techniques and equipment use. May involve keeping records on heats, birth intervals, or pedigree.

Sample Job Titles

1.	Animal Breeder

2.	Animal Husbandman

3.	Animal Husbandry Technician

4.	Animal Technician

5.	Artificial Insemination Technician (AI Technician)

6.	Artificial Inseminator

7.	Aviculturist

8.	Bee Breeder

9.	Breeder

10.	Breeding Manager

11.	Broodmare Foreman

12.	Canary Breeder

13.	Cat Breeder

14.	Cattery Operator

15.	Chicken Fancier

16.	Dairy Husbandman

17.	Dairy Husbandry Worker

18.	Dog Breeder

19.	Equine Breeder

20.	Equine Manager

21.	Equine Pharmacology Technician

22.	Fur Farmer

23.	Hog Confinement System Manager

24.	Horse Breeder

25.	Horse Trainer

26.	Husbandry Technician

27.	Kennel Keeper

28.	Kennel Operator

29.	Large Animal Husbandry Technician

30.	Livestock Breeder

31.	Livestock Rancher

32.	Pigeon Fancier

33.	Poultry Breeder

34.	Poultry Husbandman

35.	Poultry Husbandry Worker

36.	Poultry Inseminator

37.	Rabbit Fancier

38.	Rat Culturist

39.	Reptile Farmer

40.	Stallion Manager

Job Tasks

	Attach rubber collecting sheaths to genitals of tethered bull and stimulate animal's organ to induce ejaculation. Perform animal breeding procedures.

	Prepare containers of semen for freezing and storage or shipment, placing them in dry ice or liquid nitrogen. Package agricultural products for shipment or further processing.

	Package and label semen to be used for artificial insemination, recording information such as the date, source, quality, and concentration. Record agricultural or forestry inventory data. Perform animal breeding procedures.

	Maintain logs of semen specimens used and animals bred. Maintain operational records.

	Feed and water animals, and clean and disinfect pens, cages, yards, and hutches. Clean equipment or facilities. Care for animals.

	Examine animals to detect symptoms of illness or injury. Examine animals to detect illness, injury or other problems.

	Place vaccines in drinking water, inject vaccines, or dust air with vaccine powder to protect animals from diseases. Prepare materials or solutions for animal or plant use.

	Select animals to be bred, and semen specimens to be used, according to knowledge of animals, genealogies, traits, and desired offspring characteristics. Perform animal breeding procedures.

	Treat minor injuries and ailments and contact veterinarians to obtain treatment for animals with serious illnesses or injuries. Communicate with other workers to coordinate activities. Treat animal injuries or illnesses.

	Observe animals in heat to detect approach of estrus and exercise animals to induce or hasten estrus, if necessary. Monitor animal behavior or condition. Perform animal breeding procedures.

	Arrange for sale of animals and eggs to hospitals, research centers, pet shops, and food processing plants. Sell agricultural products.

	Measure specified amounts of semen into calibrated syringes, and insert syringes into inseminating guns. Perform animal breeding procedures.

	Inject prepared animal semen into female animals for breeding purposes, by inserting nozzle of syringe into vagina and depressing syringe plunger. Perform animal breeding procedures.

	Adjust controls to maintain specific building temperatures required for animals' health and safety.

	Examine semen microscopically to assess and record density and motility of gametes, and dilute semen with prescribed diluents, according to formulas. Perform animal breeding procedures.

	Record animal characteristics such as weights, growth patterns, and diets. Maintain operational records.

	Brand, tattoo, or tag animals to allow animal identification. Mark agricultural or forestry products for identification.

	Exhibit animals at shows. Promote agricultural or hunting activities.

	Build hutches, pens, and fenced yards. Build agricultural structures.

	Perform procedures such as animal dehorning or castration. Remove skin or other body parts from animals.

	Clip or shear hair on animals. Care for animals.

Work Activities

Importance	Work Activity

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

Selling or Influencing Others — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.

Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.

Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).

Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

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