How do they match: Animal Caretakers

  • Animal Nursery Worker
  • Animal Care Service Worker
  • Animal Shelter Worker
  • Kennel Worker
  • Pet Care Worker

  • 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.

  • Adjust controls to regulate specified temperature and humidity of animal quarters, nurseries, or exhibit areas.
  • Collect and record animal information, such as weight, size, physical condition, treatments received, medications given, and food intake.
  • Provide treatment to sick or injured animals, or contact veterinarians to secure treatment.

  • Administer basic health care or medical treatments.
  • Clean facilities or work areas.
  • Confer with clients to discuss treatment plans or progress.