Job holders in this unit group care for animals held in kennels, stables, zoos and similar establishments, provide specialised training, grooming, clipping and trimming services for animals, and searches for and captures stray or nuisance dogs in public areas and perform a variety of animal care tasks.

Entry Reqirements

Level 2 NVQ; GCSE at grades A*-C

Typical Tasks

• Work alongside veterinary surgeons and nurses to provide vital nursing care to ensure the wellbeing of animal patients.
• Patrols public areas to search for and capture stray or nuisance dogs, and transports captured animals to kennels.
• Meets prospective owners and advises on animal selection and animal care.
• Checks animals for illness, treats minor ailments or calls for vet if further treatment is required.
• Houses, feeds, exercises, trains, grooms horses, dogs and other animals in preparation for entry to shows, races and other events.
• Cleans animals’ quarters and renews bedding as necessary.
• Feeds, washes, grooms, trims and exercises animals.

Desired Skills