Author : Derek Moon
Publisher : North Star Editions, Inc.
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 21,77 MB
Release : 2021-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1644939851
This engaging book highlights various careers that involve working with animals, describing what each job typically involves and the training required to pursue it. The book also includes a table of contents, two infographics, informative sidebars, a "Job Spotlight" special feature, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3–5 and interest levels of grades 4–7.
Author : Shelly Field
Publisher : Ferguson Publishing Company
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,87 MB
Release : 2012
Category : Animal specialists
ISBN : 9780816077823
There are many different types of careers for those interested in working with animals. On the local level, workers can groom and train household pets, walk dogs, run a pet store, or work in an animal shelter. Other opportunities exist in monitoring and managing wildlife, working with farm animals, and advocating for humane treatment of animals. Employment of veterinarians in particular is projected to increase by 33 percent through 2018, a much faster than average rate of growth, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Career Opportunities Working with Animals describes more than 80 occupations in such animal-related fields as veterinary medicine; shelters, sanctuaries, and refuges; veterinary offices/hospitals/clinics; animal advocacy organizations; care and conservation of wildlife; zoos and aquariums; creative careers; pet care, training, and grooming; pet food, pet supply, and pet merchandise stores; and horses. Appendixes include Colleges and Universities; Zoos, Aquariums, and Sanctuaries; Animal Advocacy Organizations; United States Thoroughbred Race Tracks; United States Harness Racing Tracks; Trade Associations; and Career and Job Web Sites. Career profiles include: Animal advocacy organization publicist Animal treatment investigator Aquarist Dog trainer Entertainment industry animal trainer Jockey Pet food and supply store store manager Shelter manager Small animal veterinarian Veterinary technician Wildlife rehabilitator Zoo director.
Author : Michele C Hollow
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 265 pages
File Size : 50,16 MB
Release : 2009-02-18
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1605507423
Animal acupuncturist. Zoo designer. Wildlife rehabilitator. Working with animals can involve much more than helping at an animal shelter or grooming dogs. There are lots of different jobs out there for people who share a deep concern for the welfare of animals. Authors Michele C. Hollow and Dr. William P. Rives give you the inside scoop on all of them, including: Veterinarian and veterinary technician Zoo worker Animal trainer for movies and TV Beekeeper Guide dog trainer This unique career guide features personal stories from experts in the field, including a large-animal surgeon, a professional dog trainer, an animal behaviorist, and the former president and CEO of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. This guide gives you everything you need to find a job that fits your animal-loving personality.
Author : Jane Hurwitz
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 38,32 MB
Release : 2000-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780823933563
Extensive coverage of careers working directly with animals or for their protection.
Author : J. M. Bedell
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 17,74 MB
Release : 2017-04-04
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1582705968
In the tenth installment of the BE WHAT YOU WANT series, So, You Want to Work With Animals? introduces readers to the diverse fields that work hands-on with animals of all shapes, sizes, and species. From what classes to take in school to exploring what these jobs are really like--the fun stuff, the hard stuff, and even the gross stuff, this book reveals the steps it takes to pursue a childhood dream. Whether animals are big or small, domestic or wild, there are many careers that provide rewarding experiences such as: - Veterinarian - Zookeeper - Wildlife Photographer - K9 Officer - Marine Biologist - And more!
Author : Louise Miller
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 193 pages
File Size : 37,30 MB
Release : 2007-04-10
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0071817042
Enjoy a career working with your best friends--animals! Are you the type to choose a trip to the zoo over a ball game? Were you the family member who always came home with a stray dog? Are your shelves filled with books about animals? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are an animal lover--now all you need is an occupation that satisfies your compassion for animals. Careers for Animal Lovers & Other Zoological Types provides all the information you need to get started on landing the job of your dreams, including inside information on everyday routines of selected jobs, working conditions within the field, and alternate sources to enhance your job search. Use the advice provided here and you'll: Decide which specific profession is best for you Make the right choices the first time around Begin your job search focused and confident Present yourself as a knowledgeable, serious job candidate Animals are people, too! You can work as an: animal attendant * trainer * zoo curator * veterinarian * ornithologist * pet sitter * aquarist * animal transporter
Author : Loran Wlodarski
Publisher : SeaWorld Education Department
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 12,52 MB
Release : 2002
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781893698086
Profiles of different people whose diverse careers involve animals and their care.
Author : Allison Blake
Publisher : Salem Press
Page : 350 pages
File Size : 49,27 MB
Release : 2021-02
Category : Animal specialists
ISBN : 9781642657722
Provides detailed and need-to-know information on various careers available to individuals who are passionate about working with animals, from dog walkers, pet sitters, and pet groomers to veterinarians and zoologists with advanced degrees. -- Publisher's description.
Author : Carol Hand
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 146 pages
File Size : 32,59 MB
Release : 2013-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1477718222
From working with dogs to horses to elephants, there is a job out there for every person who loves working with animals. And the ones in this volume don't require college! Giving readers all the tools they need to begin a career working with animals, this text is filled with exciting and colorful animal photos, informative sidebars, and some information from individuals who work with animals in real life. It covers résumés, cover letters, job searches, and giving a good interview as well.
Author : Steve Martin
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 17,69 MB
Release : 2020
Category :
ISBN : 9781610679893
For children who have a passion for something but don't know how they can turn it into a job, this new series helps them along the way.In this first title, children who love animals can find out all about the future careers they can have. From being a vet, to a police dog handler, to a bee keeper, to a pet photographer, this book takes young readers through a day in the life of 20 animal workers, showing them what they do throughout the day. The narrative approach brings each job to life, and makes this an accessible early career book for children who are beginning to think about what they want to do when they grow up.
