Summary Animal Groomer (except Horses) near Vancouver (BC)
Find key facts and figures about working as an animal groomer (except horses). The following information is applicable to all Pet groomers and animal care workers (NOC 6563).
Description
Animal care workers feed, handle, train and groom animals and assist veterinarians, animal health technologists and technicians and animal breeders. Pet groomers clip coats, bathe and otherwise groom pets. Workers in this group are employed by animal hospitals and clinics, animal shelters, breeding and boarding kennels, zoos, laboratories, retail pet shops, dog training schools, pet grooming establishments, or may be self-employed.
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Requirements
High school or specific training
High school diploma or occupation-specific training usually required
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Wages
$15.65/hour
Median wage in the Lower Mainland–Southwest Region
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Prospects
Good
The job prospects are good in the Lower Mainland–Southwest Region
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Jobs
10 jobs
advertised near Vancouver (BC)
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Skills
- Bathing/shampooing
- Prepare food and feed animals
- Anal glands treatment
- Clean and disinfect cages, pens, aquariums, kennels, runs, stall and enclosures
- Keep records of animals treated
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