Animal Trainers
Also called: Trainer, Dog Trainer, Horse Trainer, Guide Dog Instructor
In the Navy: Marine Mammal Systems Operator
What they do:
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.
On the job, you would:
- Observe animals' physical conditions to detect illness or unhealthy conditions requiring medical care.
- Cue or signal animals during performances.
- Administer prescribed medications to animals.
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Basic Skills
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Problem Solving
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Ideas and Logic
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Endurance
Hand and Finger Use
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People interested in this work like activities that include
practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They do well at jobs that need:
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