Alternative careers with animals While a career working with animals may be what you want, you may worry that you don’t fit the mould for a “normal” type of job. How do you combine your passion for the not so ordinary, with a realistic future of paying bills and possibly, being your own boss? A career as a veterinarian, veterinarian assistant, dog groomer, or wildlife ranger, are the typical professions dog lovers gravitate towards when they think of working with animals they admire and love so much. However, there are plenty of other careers dog lovers don’t consider. Careers with Animals involve having relevant training and being able to demonstrate a genuine interest in animal welfare. A recognised, accredited Diploma or Certificate course will ensure that you have a good chance of being employed in the animal care sector. There are colleges that offer alternative type of career study options, for people looking for the not so ordinary choices, but remember however, that as with all study options, it is important to ensure that wherever you study, that courses are recognised by the relevant course authority. An example of this is Animal Behaviour Consultants of South Africa, who are the registering authority for animal behaviour consultants in SA. If you want to work with or help heal animals, don’t let your skills and compassion go to waste. Consider these alternative careers, which require a fraction of the education, training, and tuition expense.
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