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Typical tasks undertaken in this profession: 23
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Feed and water animals according to schedules and feeding instructions. |
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Clean, organize, and disinfect animal quarters such as pens, stables, cages, and yards, and animal equipment such as saddles and bridles. |
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Answer telephones and schedule appointments. |
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Examine and observe animals to detect signs of illness, disease, or injury. |
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Respond to questions from patrons, and provide information about animals, such as behavior, habitat, breeding habits, or facility activities. |
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Provide treatment to sick or injured animals, or contact veterinarians to secure treatment. |
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Collect and record animal information such as weight, size, physical condition, treatments received, medications given, and food intake. |
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Perform animal grooming duties such as washing, brushing, clipping, and trimming coats, cutting nails, and cleaning ears. |
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Exercise animals to maintain their physical and mental health. |
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Order, unload, and store feed and supplies. |
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Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a bank teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.
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Note: All salaries are in thousands of euros and refer to annual salaries.
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| Job Title |
Zoo Keeper
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16 -
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FAS
Last Updated: March, 2011 |
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