Animal acupuncturist. Zoo designer. Wildlife rehabilitator. Working with animals can involve much more than helping at an animal shelter or grooming dogs. Authors Michele C. Hollow and Dr. William P. Rives give readers the inside scoop on all employment opportunities, including: * Veterinarian and veterinary technician * Zoo worker * Animal trainer for movies and TV * Beekeeper * Guide dog trainer This unique career guide features personal stories from experts in the field, including the CEO of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
The Everything® Guide to Working with Animals gives readers everything they need to find a job! AUTHORS: Michele C. Hollow is a writer, editor, and animal lover. She is a member of several animal welfare agencies, including Friends of the Animals, and her local animal welfare association. William P. Rives, VMD is the director of Six Flags' Great Adventure Wild Safari in Ocean County, NJ, the world's largest drive-thru safari outside of Africa. This wildlife preserve is home to more than 1,200 exotic animals roaming on 350 acres of simulated natural habitat. Dr. Rives is also the head veterinarian at Six Flags.
SELLING POINTS: * Animal care jobs are expected to increase by at least 18 to 26 percent by 2014 (Bureau of Labor Statistics) * Includes interviews with zookeepers, animal trainers, veterinarians, and other experts in the field * Everything® career books have sold more than 520,000 copies!.