A professional who trains animals to obey commands, compete in shows, or perform tricks to entertain audience. Responsibilities include:

• Evaluates animal to determine temperament, ability, and aptitude for training.
• Conducts training program to develop desired behavior.
• May organize format of show.
• May conduct show.
• May cue or signal animal during performance.
• May rehearse animal according to script for motion picture or television film or stage or circus program.
• May train guard dog to protect property.
• May teach guide dog and master to function as team.
• May feed, exercise, and give general care to animal.
• May observe animal's physical condition to detect illness or unhealthy condition requiring medical care.
• May be designated according to specific animal trained.
• May be designated Head Animal Trainer or Senior Animal Trainer when directing activities of other workers.