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Nonfarm Animal Caretakers

SOC 39-2021.00

Feed, water, groom, bathe, exercise, or otherwise care for pets and other nonfarm animals, such as dogs, cats, 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.

Zone 1 Personal Care and Service

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Green

Top Skills 8

Active Listening

3.1

Monitoring

3.1

Service Orientation

3.1

Reading Comprehension

3.0

Speaking

3.0

Judgment and Decision Making

3.0

Coordination

2.9

Time Management

2.9

Knowledge Areas 8

Customer and Personal Service

3.5

English Language

2.7

Biology

2.6

Education and Training

2.4

Mechanical

2.3

Mathematics

2.2

Administration and Management

2.1

Clerical

2.0

Key Tasks

1Feed and water animals according to schedules and feeding instructions.

2Mix food, liquid formulas, medications, or food supplements according to instructions, prescriptions, and knowledge of animal species.

3Examine and observe animals to detect signs of illness, disease, or injury.

4Provide treatment to sick or injured animals, or contact veterinarians to secure treatment.

5Do facility laundry and clean, organize, maintain, and disinfect animal quarters, such as pens and stables, and equipment, such as saddles and bridles.

Also Known As

Animal Care Attendant Animal Care Giver (ACG) Animal Care Service Worker Animal Care Taker Animal Care Technician Animal Caregiver Animal Caretaker Animal Control Officer Animal Daycare Provider Animal Feeder