Outdoors, land and animals
Dog groomer
Bathe, dry, brush and trim dogs of every breed, check their skin and coat, and advise owners, in a salon, a vet practice or your own mobile business.
£15,000 – £23,000 starter to experienced
Hobby
Careers for people who love animals
Looking after pets, horses or wildlife. 3 of our careers connect with this hobby, ranked below by how much it matters.
A strong link (3)
This hobby is close to the day-to-day work.
Outdoors, land and animals
Farrier
Trim horses' hooves and make and fit horseshoes by hand at the forge. A skilled, registered trade reached through a long approved apprenticeship.
No official salary figure
Outdoors, land and animals
Veterinary nurse
Care for sick and injured animals and support vets in surgery, X-ray and treatment. A registered profession you can train for through an apprenticeship.
£24,000 – £32,000 starter to experienced
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