Hierarchy view
animal handler
Description
Code
5164.2
Description
Animal handlers are in charge of handling animals in a working role and continue the training of the animal, in accordance with national legislation.
Scope note
Includes people working with security and military dogs, search and rescue dogs, laboratory animals, assistance dogs or show animals. Includes stud animal handlers.
Alternative Labels
animal care assistant
animal carer
animal handlers
stud animal handler
Regulatory Aspect
To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:
Narrower occupations
Skills & Competences
Essential Skills and Competences
Essential Knowledge
Optional Skills and Competences
Optional Knowledge
Skills & Competences
Concept URI
Status
released