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.

  • Conduct training programs to develop or maintain desired animal behaviors for competition, entertainment, obedience, security, riding, or related purposes.
  • Feed or exercise animals or provide other general care, such as cleaning or maintaining holding or performance areas.
  • Keep records documenting animal health, diet, or behavior.
  • Observe animals' physical conditions to detect illness or unhealthy conditions requiring medical care.

  • Care for animals.
  • Administer basic health care or medical treatments.
  • Document client health or progress.
  • Monitor health or behavior of people or animals.