What Are Careers as Animal Breeders?
Animal breeders select, encourage and facilitate the reproduction of captive animals. People in this career field may work the agricultural industry, the animal fancy hobby or in conservation projects.
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Animal Husbandry
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A career requiring years of training or experience, animal husbandry (also called stockbreeding) is the practice of breeding and raising livestock, such as chickens, cattle, goats, and sheep.
Pet Breeding
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People who breed pets typically focus on a single species and often a single breed. Pet breeders include those who selectively breed and care for cats, dogs, rabbits and exotic birds.
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Conservation Breeding
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Some specialized biologists, many of whom are employed with zoo-based captive breeding programs, assist in the reproduction of endangered animal species.
Fish Breeding
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Aquarists and fish farmers selectively breed species of ornamental fish for the aquarium industry. Fish breeding may take place in home aquariums, commercial aquariums or outdoor fish farms.
Fur Animal Breeding
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Fur-bearing animals, such as foxes, minks and rabbits, are bred in captivity by specialized breeders. Fur-breeding remains a controversial career choice among animal breeders.
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