How do they match: Animal Trainers

  • Train animals for riding, harness, security, performance, or obedience, or for 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.

  • Observe animals' physical conditions to detect illness or unhealthy conditions requiring medical care.
  • Use oral, spur, rein, or hand commands to condition horses to carry riders or to pull horse-drawn equipment.

  • Train others on performance techniques.