Zookeeper and Animal Trainer

Zookeeper and Animal Trainer

LisaAnnOKane

Tampa, FL

Female, 32

During my zookeeping and environmental education career, I have interacted and worked with a variety of animals, including brown bears, wolverines, red foxes, moose, camels, mountain goats, dolphins, sea lions, raccoons, porcupines, snakes, raptors and ravens. I am also a young adult author, and my debut novel ESSENCE was released in June 2014 by Strange Chemistry Books. Ask me anything!

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Last Answer on September 18, 2015

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I would like to know how it was working as a zookeeper or animal trainer and which you preferred more. I really am working up to be one, but I have not yet decided which would suit me better. I want to be able to work with exotic animals.

Asked by Yasmine about 8 years ago

 

Hi! i am a dog trainer and studying zoology through online learning. i was wondering if this diploma is enough for me to get a job at a sanctuary. what other courses would you recommend in order to be more educated in taking care of animals? thanks!

Asked by Viktoria about 2 years ago

 

what tools are used to manage undesirable behaviour in zoos? How can a zoo keeper assess the effectiveness of these tools?

Asked by Shania over 4 years ago

 

What are some tools used to manage undesirable behaviour in zoos? How can a zoo keeper assess the effectiveness of these tools?

Asked by Shania over 4 years ago

 

I'm writing a paper on zoos and I would like to know a few things. How do you insure that the animals get the proper amount of exercise and if they are eating properly.

Asked by matt over 7 years ago

 

Hello! Im in high school and want to become a zookeeper. Many people think that its a bad idea because of the low salary and it would not use my brain to its fullest. What do you think? Is the salary decent? Is it mentally challenging in a good way?

Asked by Rose Wood almost 8 years ago

 

Hello! I currently have a bachelors degree in psychology and nursing. Would it behoove (har har) me to go back to school for a more traditional degree? How did you transition from wildlife rehab to a zoo keeper?

Asked by Amber Davis over 7 years ago