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.
Quick Facts
Wages: Well below the median $9.00 / hour
Employment Outlook:
Percent Growth
22.4%
Well above average
Education and Training Needed:
Short-term on-the-job training
Skills Needed:
Listening, Managing Time, Speaking
Job Title Examples:
Animal Care Giver (ACG), Dog Groomer, Kennel Aide
