Animal Breeding Worker
どうぶつはんしょくさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession specializing in the management, planning, and execution of animal breeding to raise healthy offspring. Responsible for a wide range from estrus observation to mating, birth, and rearing.
Description
Animal breeding workers specialize in tasks related to animal reproduction. They observe estrus periods, induce estrus, perform natural mating or artificial insemination, support births, manage neonatal nursing and care, monitor growth, and create and maintain breeding records. They constantly check animal health, develop and adjust breeding plans, and ensure high breeding success rates and safety through husbandry environment maintenance and sanitation management. They collaborate in teams and work with veterinarians and researchers.
Future Outlook
Demand for breeding in the pet industry, zoos, and research institutions is stable and expanding. Growing interest in animal welfare and genetic diversity is increasing the need for personnel with advanced expertise.
Personality Traits
Excellent observation skills / Has affection for animals / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Animal Keeper → Breeding Manager → Facility Manager → Veterinary Research Assistant → Zoo Animal Caretaker
Required Skills
Animal Breeding Techniques / Breeding Management / Estrus Observation / Husbandry Environment Management / Husbandry Management
Recommended Skills
Animal Behavior / Basic Veterinary Knowledge / Communication Skills (Team) / Excel (Data Management) / Sanitation Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Need to flexibly respond to animals' unexpected behaviors or health changes |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy in breeding schedules and health management is required |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical stamina due to outdoor work and husbandry tasks |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creative thinking is not often required in the job |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is rarely needed in the job |
Related Qualifications
- Animal Care and Management Supervisor
- Companion Animal Husbandry and Management Technician
Aliases
- Animal Breeder
- Animal Breeding Staff
Related Jobs
- Animal Keeper
- Livestock Worker
- Veterinary Assistant