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Groom and animal keeper

Maintain high grooming standards and implement care routines to support the health and wellbeing of stabled animals.

25 000 – 55 000 USD ($)
Average salary / year
High school diploma or equivalent
Education level
00
Automation level
Low
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
6-12 months
Market tension
Moderate
Intl. mobility
Rare
Automation level
Low
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
6-12 months
Market tension
Moderate
Intl. mobility
Rare

Compensation

GROSS ANNUAL SALARY

Junior
0–2 years of experience
25 000 – 32 000 USD/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
32 000 – 42 000 USD/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
42 000 – 55 000 USD/ year

Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.

Entering the profession — United States

Entry is often direct after high school or through apprenticeships; certifications enhance employability.

Training — United States

Training typically includes high school education supplemented by vocational courses in animal care and grooming techniques.

The job market — United States

The job market is stable with moderate demand in pet grooming salons, shelters, and veterinary clinics.

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