Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2004-05 | All Occupations

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Animal Breeders

Definition | Significant Points | Quick Stats

Definition

Breed animals, including cattle, goats, horses, sheep, swine, poultry, dogs, cats, or pet birds. Select and breed animals according to their genealogy, characteristics, and offspring. May require a knowledge of artificial insemination techniques and equipment use. May involve keeping records on heats, birth intervals, or pedigree. Excludes nonfarm animal caretakers who may occasionally breed animals as part of their other caretaking duties. Excludes animal scientists whose primary function is research.

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Significant Points

2002 employment: 9,000
Projected 2002-12 employment change: More slowly than average
Most significant source of training: Moderate-term on-the-job training

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Quick Stats

Animal breeders

2002 employment: 9,000
2012 projected employment: 10,000
Change — numeric: 1,000; percent: 6.1%
2002 median annual earnings: $25,090; earnings group: low
2002 self-employed: 47.4%
2002 part-time employment: high
2002 unemployment: very high
Typical education and training: Moderate-term on-the-job training
Educational attainment — high school: 81.8%; some college: 12.9%; bachelor's degree: 5.3%

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