Animal Caretakers   39-2021

Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources

Description

Feed, water, groom, bathe, exercise, or otherwise provide care to promote and maintain the well-being of pets and other animals that are not raised for consumption, such as dogs, cats, race horses, ornamental fish or birds, zoo animals, and mice. Work in settings such as kennels, animal shelters, zoos, circuses, and aquariums. May keep records of feedings, treatments, and animals received or discharged. May clean, disinfect, and repair cages, pens, or fish tanks.

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Occupation Details

 

Location

Colorado

Education Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent

Growth Opportunity

41.40% growth rate
1,930 annual job openings

Wage Range

$15/hour 14.18 15.08 50th percentile 16.80

Required Work Experience

None

On-The-Job Training

Short-term on-the-job training
(less than one month)

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