Rachel+P

= Animal Attendant!!! =

Brief Description!!! Animal attendants care for animals in kennels, catteries, pet shops, veterinary practices, and research or animal care centres. Three Questions!!! __1.What subjects will I need to take?-__ To become an Animal Attendant I will need to take Science and English, Agriculture and Biology. __ 2.How much money will I earn with this job?- __ __ 3.Task and Duties?- __ Sourses!!! Careers Quest and Google. Skills and Knowledge!!! Personal Requirements!!! Secondary Education!!! There are no specific secondary education requirements to become an animal attendant. However, science and english are useful subjects to take. Useful Experience!!! Any paid or volunteer work with animals is useful. Entry Requirements!!! Some employers may prefer you to have a tertiary qualification in animal welfare. Working Conditions!!! Realated Jobs!!! Conclusion!!! I will really like this job. I love animals. I have a high interest in this job as I enjoy looking after the animals and being around them. I think this job will suit me, becuase I am very caring, friendly and responsible. I will need to develope on my patients and my social skills for this job. Before I get into this job, I'd need to know a lot more about animals and their different kind of breeds. If I want to be an animal attendant, I'll have to do really well in science, agriculture and biology. I will need to study very hard and concentrate well in school. The job will change over time due to different interests,working conditions and technology.
 * An unqualified and inexperienced worker is likely to start on the minimum wage or a little more.
 * An experienced animal attendant can earn up to $19 an hour.
 * Feed, bathe, groom, and exercise animals.
 * Treat animals for minor injuries and illnesses under veterinary supervision.
 * Train animals and help to develop training programmes.
 * Clean, inspect and maintain animal enclosures and/or habitats.
 * Observe and record animal behaviour and assist with research projects.
 * Keep records and carry out office work.
 * animal-handling skills and knowledge of training techniques.
 * knowledge of animal diseases and care.
 * an understanding of the Animal Welfare Act.
 * I need to be interested in the welfare of animals.
 * good communicators, as they may have to deal with upset people.
 * responsible and able to follow instructions.
 * patient and calm.
 * I need to have a good level of fitness and strength.
 * may work 40 hours a week, including shift work and being on call. However, many animal attendants work part time, or on contract to help meet demand at busy times of the year.
 * work in conditions that can be dirty and smelly, and may work with dangerous or diseased animals.
 * may work outside in all weather conditions.
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