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Animal Caretakers

Animal caretakers give care to animals at shelters, zoos, kennels, pet shops, stables, aquariums, and research labs.

Animal caretakers feed, bathe, groom, and exercise animals. They also play with animals and provide companionship to them.

Animal Caretakers are in the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources career cluster and the Animal Systems pathway.

Quick Facts

Wages:

 Well below the statewide median

$8.93 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

 Percent Growth   31.4%

Well above statewide average    Read more about outlook

Education & Training:

 Short-term on-the-job training (1 month or less) is common.

On the Job:

 Work Activities
  • Feed and water animals according to schedules and instructions.
  • Mix food, formulas, and supplements, following instructions and using knowledge of animal diets.
  • Order, unload, and store food and supplies.
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Job Title Examples:

 Animal Care Giver (ACG),  Dog Groomer,  Kennel Aide 
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Source: Minnesota Department of Education, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, and CareerOneStop.