animal specialists

Do you have what it takes to become a vet, a horse trainer or to work at a nature reserve? Find out all about the incredible animal jobs you could do, from training to become an animal behaviourist or a wildlife rehabilitator to working at a zoo or even becoming a bug wrangler! This fully illustrated book will inspire any child with an interest in animals.

"Readers explore the awesome, disgusting animal care jobs that keep their world running smoothly"--Provided by publisher.

Daija's new job at the prestigious riding center North Wind Acres enables her to take extra lessons and join the show team, but balancing her responsibilities with her desire to hang out with the wealthy friends she made at the center is challenging.

A 2021 study by the American Pet Products Association found that some 12.6 million American households obtained a new dog, cat, or other pet during the COVID crisis's height in 2020; in turn, this created many opportunities for those who already liked working with animals. People who had long made their livings dealing with animals in one way or another were relieved when a majority of Americans got vaccinated for Covid-19. That contributed to a return to some degree of normalcy in many job markets.

"Lis Hartel became paralyzed after contracting polio in 1944. Her dreams of riding horses and competing in the sport of dressage were shattered. After months in the hospital, doctors told her she'd never ride again. Lis tried anyway. How do you stay on a horse without using your legs? How do you give the subtle cues needed in dressage with limited mobility? With hard work--and an unlikely horse named Jubilee. After years of training together and creating a new way of communicating, Lis and Jubilee danced into the competition ring, and eventually all the way to the Olympics. Lis Hartel was the first woman with a disability ever to win an Olympic medal, and the first woman to stand equally beside men on the Olympic winners' podium in any sport"--Provided by the publisher.

"This . . . book highlights various careers that involve working with animals, describing what each job typically involves and the training required to pursue it"--Provided by publisher.

When Temple Grandin was born, her parents knew that she was different. Years later she was diagnosed with autism. While Temple's doctor and father both recommended an institution, her mother believed in her. Temple went to school instead. Today, Dr. Temple Grandin is a scientist and professor of animal science at Colorado State University. Her world-changing career revolutionized the livestock industry. As an advocate for autism, Temple uses her experience as an example of the unique contributions that autistic people can make.

Introduces young readers to the job of animal control officers.

"Vets are doctors. They take care of animals. Compare groups of vets and animals"--Provided by publisher.

Profiles twenty careers related to animals, including biologist, veterinarian, horse groom, and zoologist, providing information on what they do, their education and training, their earnings, and employment outlook; also lists places to find more information on each field.