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Nonfarm Animal Caretakers in The United States

(Cuidadores de animales no destinados a la explotación agropecuaria)

Nonfarm Animal Caretakers -- 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.

SOC (Standard Occupational Classification)39-2021.00
Career InterestsRC
Minimum education required(High school)
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum work experience required(None)
None
Job training required(Short OJT)
Short-term on-the-job training
Growth Outlook (projected percentage growth in jobs per year from 2018-2028)1.6 (moderate growth)
Current number of workers in USA (2018)285,600
Projected number of workers in USA (2028)331,400
Average Annual Openings in USA (2018-2028)54,500
 
Average entry-level annual salary in USA (2019)$18,630
Average annual salary for all workers in USA (2019)$27,060
Average experienced-worker annual salary for all workers in USA (2019)$38,630
Career ClusterAgriculture, Food and Natural Resources
(Agricultura, alimento y recursos naturales)
Major Occupational GroupPersonal Care and Service

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Salaries over $208,000 are sometimes shown as >$208,000 rather than the actual salary.


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