Horse Caretaker (Riding Club)
うまかいくがかり
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job at a riding club involving horse husbandry and management, health management, stable cleaning and environmental maintenance, etc.
Description
Horse caretakers at riding clubs handle the husbandry and management of club-owned horses, health management, nutritional management, cleaning and maintenance of stables (stalls), and management of riding equipment. They perform daily feeding and watering, hoof care, brushing and other grooming, observe horse behavior to detect abnormalities early, and collaborate with veterinarians and instructors for care. They also maintain riding arenas and exercise facilities, assist with training, guide and prepare horses before customer rides, and support safe and comfortable operations. Adjusting stable environments according to seasons and weather, as well as record-keeping, are also important.
Future Outlook
While successor shortages are progressing due to aging population and declining birthrates, demand for riding leisure remains stable. Increasing expertise in animal welfare and safety management is required.
Personality Traits
Loves Animals / Patient / Physically Fit / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Contract Employee Possible / Full-time / Outdoor Work / Shift Work / Weekend Work
Career Path
Groom (Junior) → Head Groom → Riding Club Manager → Breeder → Animal Welfare Consultant
Required Skills
Grooming Skills / Horse Handling Skills / Horse Health Management / Record Keeping / Stable Management
Recommended Skills
Equipment Maintenance / Riding Skills / Safety Management / Training Assistance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is needed to not miss the horse's health condition or minor abnormalities. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | High physical stamina is required for long hours of outdoor work and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Primarily manual labor with little logical analysis required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Creative idea generation is not required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is not necessary. |
Related Qualifications
- Animal Handling Manager (Keeping)
Aliases
- Groom
- ホースケアテイカー
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- Groom
- Riding Instructor
- Veterinary Nurse