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Summary 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.

Sample Job Titles

1.	Agility Instructor

2.	Animal Handler

3.	Bronc Breaker

4.	Bronc Buster

5.	Canine Service Teacher

6.	Dog Handler

7.	Dog Obedience Instructor

8.	Dog Show Judge

9.	Dog Trainer

10.	Dolphin Trainer

11.	Elephant Tamer

12.	Equestrian

13.	Equestrian Trainer

14.	Guide Dog Instructor

15.	Guide Dog Mobility Instructor (GDMI)

16.	Guide Dog Trainer

17.	Hearing Dog Trainer

18.	Horse Breaker

19.	Horse Trainer

20.	Horse Wrangler

21.	Horseman

22.	Lion Tamer

23.	Lion Trainer

24.	Marine Animal Trainer

25.	Marine Mammal Trainer

26.	Monkey Trainer

27.	Obedience Trainer

28.	Outrider

29.	Pet Handler

30.	Pet Training Instructor

31.	Racehorse Trainer

32.	Ring Conductor

33.	Seeing Eye Dog Teacher

34.	Seeing Eye Dog Trainer

35.	Service Dog Trainer

36.	Show Dog Trainer

37.	Show Horse Driver

38.	Snake Charmer

39.	Trainer

40.	Trick Rodeo Rider

41.	Whale Trainer

Job Tasks

	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. Train animals.

	Talk to or interact with animals to familiarize them to human voices or contact. Train animals.

	Cue or signal animals during performances.

	Conduct training programs to develop or maintain desired animal behaviors for competition, entertainment, obedience, security, riding, or related purposes. Train animals.

	Use oral, spur, rein, or hand commands to condition horses to carry riders or to pull horse-drawn equipment. Train animals.

	Retrain horses to break bad habits, such as kicking, bolting, or resisting bridling or grooming. Train animals.

	Feed or exercise animals or provide other general care, such as cleaning or maintaining holding or performance areas. Clean work areas or facilities. Maintain facilities. Care for animals.

	Observe animals' physical conditions to detect illness or unhealthy conditions requiring medical care. Monitor health or behavior of people or animals.

	Train dogs in human assistance or property protection duties. Train animals.

	Evaluate animals to determine their temperaments, abilities, or aptitude for training. Evaluate capabilities or training needs.

	Train dogs to work as guides for the visually impaired. Train animals.

	Place tack or harnesses on horses to accustom horses to the feel of equipment. Train animals.

	Administer prescribed medications to animals. Administer basic health care or medical treatments.

	Keep records documenting animal health, diet, or behavior. Document client health or progress.

	Evaluate animals for trainability and ability to perform. Evaluate capabilities or training needs.

	Advise animal owners regarding the purchase of specific animals. Discuss service options or needs with clients.

	Train and rehearse animals, according to scripts, for motion picture, television, film, stage, or circus performances. Train animals.

	Organize or conduct animal shows. Organize recreational activities or events.

	Instruct jockeys in handling specific horses during races.

Work Activities

Importance	Work Activity

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

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.

Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

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

Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.

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.

Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

Staffing Organizational Units — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.

Nature of the Work


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

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Working Conditions


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Animal Care and Service Workers
	Animal care and service workers are employed in a variety of settings, including kennels, zoos, stables, animal shelters, pet stores, veterinary clinics, and aquariums. Some of the work may be physically or emotionally demanding, and the rate of work-related injuries and illnesses is higher than the national average.

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