Kaiwhakapakari Hōiho
Horse trainers train horses for racing, and are responsible for their care at a stable or race track.
Pay rates for horse trainers vary depending on their ability, experience and level of success.
Pūkenga Hauora Kararehe
Veterinarians treat sick and injured animals, provide general animal care, and advise about health care and disease prevention for pets and farm (production) animals.
Veterinarians usually earn
$92K-$163K per year
Veterinarians can earn
$62K-$195K per year
Kaiwhakapaipai Mōkai
Pet groomers clean, trim and shape the hair and nails of animals in salons, mobile grooming vans and pet shops.
Pet groomers usually earn
$24-$30 per hour
Tapuhi Kararehe
Veterinary nurses help assess, treat and care for sick and injured animals. They also interact with clients and perform receptionist duties.
Veterinary nurses usually earn
$49K-$72K per year
Kaitiaki Kararehe
Animal care attendants care for, and clean up after animals in places like kennels, pet shops and animal shelters.
Animal care attendants usually earn
$24 per hour
Senior animal care attendants usually earn
$25-$26 per hour
Kaitiaki Rawhi Whakaaturanga
Zookeepers care for animals in zoos, wildlife parks and aquariums.
Zookeepers usually earn
$49K-$90K per year
Curators usually earn
$95K-$117K per year
Kaiako Kurī
Dog trainers train dogs and diagnose and treat their behaviour problems.
Dog trainers can earn
$49K-$50K per year
