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Pet shop salesperson

Guide customers in selecting suitable pets and provide expert advice on their care while managing inventory and sales transactions.

22 000 – 42 000 USD ($)
Average salary / year
High school diploma or equivalent
Education level
00
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
Weeks to months
Market tension
Moderate
Intl. mobility
Rare
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
Weeks to months
Market tension
Moderate
Intl. mobility
Rare

Compensation

GROSS ANNUAL SALARY

Junior
0–2 years of experience
22 000 – 28 000 USD/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
28 000 – 35 000 USD/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
35 000 – 42 000 USD/ year

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

Entering the profession — United States

Entry is often direct after high school, with opportunities through internships or apprenticeships in pet stores.

Training — United States

Education typically involves a high school diploma or equivalent with optional vocational training in animal care or retail sales.

The job market — United States

Employment is mainly in retail and pet care sectors, with moderate demand and stable growth prospects.

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