Animal Breeders


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Animal Breeders

Animal Breeders - Working Conditions

In a typical work setting, animal breeders:

Interpersonal Relationships

  • Have a medium to low level of social contact. Breeders usually work alone, but also sometimes have contact with buyers or animal caretakers.
  • Are responsible for the health and safety of their animals.
  • Communicate with clients by phone and in person on a daily basis. They communicate by e-mail and letters and memos, but less often.
  • May occasionally work as part of a team.

Physical Work Conditions

  • Are often exposed to hazardous situations where they might be bitten or kicked by animals. There is some possibility of injury, but injuries are likely to be slight.
  • Frequently work outdoors in kennel or corral areas. They occasionally work indoors in an office or animal shelter.
  • Are sometimes exposed to animal noises that are uncomfortable or distracting.
  • Are exposed to contaminants on a daily basis.
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  • Occasionally wear protective or safety gear.

Work Performance

  • Must be sure all work is done accurately to ensure the animals are well cared for and remain healthy.
  • Make decisions that impact their business on a regular basis. Their decisions also strongly affect pets and customers.
  • Decide nearly all their daily tasks and goals without talking to someone else first. Animal breeders usually work independently.
  • Work in a moderately competitive business, and must meet strict weekly deadlines.
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  • May repeat the same physical or mental activities.

Hours/Travel

  • May work part time or full time.
  • May travel from farm to farm and breed animals, if a large animal breeder.
  • May travel to shows to display animals.
Source: Illinois Career Information System (CIS) brought to you by Illinois Department of Employment Security.