Unions and Associations
Animal caretakers who work for government agencies can join the American Federation of Government Employees, a union that represents government workers. Many animal caretakers join professional associations such as the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science, American Veterinary Medical Association, and International Boarding & Pet Services Association.
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- Animal Physical Therapists
- Animal Trainers
- App Services Workers
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- Dry Cleaning and Laundry Workers
- Ecologists
- Farm Crop Production Technicians
- Farm Equipment Mechanics
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- Food Technologists
- Funeral Home Workers
- Genealogical Researchers
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- Molecular and Cellular Biologists
- Mortuary Cosmetologists
- Nursery Owners and Managers
- Organic Farmers
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