does anyone on here work at a zoo or with animals?

Question

how do u go about working at a zoo,what qualifications are needed and how hard is it?thanks

Answer 1

i have worked at London zoo since i left school (lucky me)
i had no qualifications from school i failed the lot.
but i had a Passion for animals. and wrote to the zoo asking for voluntary work.
they offered me a job to help clean out and feed the elephants.
a very smelly job indeed.
well one thing led to another and i finally got a job as a keeper in the lion and big cats part.
most people start as volunteers and if they have common sense and so on, there is more chance of getting a job as a keeper or something else just as rewarding.
but be prepared to go home smelly

Answer 2

My friend works at a zoo. She just started not long ago, actually. She had been working at a pet store for about two years as a dog trainer and she was a science major at her university. I think you could probably get on as a volunteer very easily and then just work your way up. I'm sure some animal experience would definitely help get your foot in the door. She now helps train animals at the zoo and is some sort of zookeeper so she loves it. Good luck!

Answer 3

First of all, it is a very competitive field, very difficult work, and yes, the pay is just above minimum wage, but it is incredibly rewarding. I would recommend getting a degree (advanced degree is even better) in Biology, Wildlife Management, or a specific subfield (primatology, ornithology, etc.). Some colleges also have specific programs in wildlife conservation where you can apprentice in a local zoo. Experience is key too; if you've volunteered with animals, that looks good on a resume. Fitness is important, it is definately not a desk job. I do have to work a 2nd job to make ends meet, but I LOVE my job at the zoo.

Answer 4

If you want a career with animals, I suggest you become a Vet Tech. The pay is decent but you don't have the long hours that a vet does. Schooling only lasts 2-3 years. Zoos, animal shelters, farms, veterinary hospitals and pet food companies all employ vet techs. Another good idea is to volunteer at an animal shelter. You will get first hand knowledge of what its like to work with animals.

Answer 5

Sometimes zoo employees have to take some baby animals home because they need round the clock care after their mothers have abandoned them after birth. The public is now allowed to take zoo animals home, even those who have "adopted" the animals by donating money to help the zoo.

Answer 6

no - but go and have a look on your local zoo etc website see if have any info there failing that ring them up! they usually take on ppl to train them so you might not have to have any qualifications, or some offer apprenticeships! give them a call they are always willing to take ppl on!

Answer 7

The people I work with can be animals sometimes.and I don't work at a zoo.

Answer 8

i dont work at a zoo
But i gues you have to be some sort of animal lover and take a test
I would say you would need a nvq in animals

Answer 9

If to sneak in to the place you dont need any Qualifications, but dont let them catch you.................ps the pay is poor if you take my advice

Answer 10

I would assume it is pretty easy, I hate animals though.