Pet Keeper
ペットあずかりにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Other Service Occupations
- Minor : Service Occupations Not Elsewhere Classified
Summary
Job of taking care of pets on behalf of owners, including feeding, walking, cleaning, and other care.
Description
Pet keepers take care of pets during owners' absence, providing a safe and comfortable environment. They handle daily feeding, cleaning, walking, playing, health monitoring, early detection of abnormalities, and emergency responses. Work formats vary, including visiting services or pet hotels, and knowledge of animal welfare and hygiene management is required.
Future Outlook
With the increasing number of pet-owning households and dual-income families, demand for pet sitting and care services is expected to grow further. Market value will rise for businesses offering specialized qualifications and high-quality care.
Personality Traits
Excellent Observation Skills / Loves Animals / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Freelance Possible / Pet-Related Employment / Self-Employed / Visiting Service
Career Path
Pet Sitter → Pet Hotel Staff → Animal Welfare Facility Staff → Independent Pet Sitter
Required Skills
Animal Behavior Studies / Communication Skills / Emergency Response / Feeding Cleaning Walking
Recommended Skills
Animal-Related Regulations / Basic Veterinary Knowledge / Communication Skills (Owner Interaction) / First Aid (Animals)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Need to flexibly respond to animals' personalities and environmental changes. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Need to quickly notice pets' health conditions or abnormalities. |
| Communication Skills | High communication skills are necessary to build trust with owners and animals. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there are many physically demanding tasks such as walking and cleaning. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Since the work is mainly routine tasks, creative thinking is minimal. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because complex calculations are rarely needed. |
Related Qualifications
- Animal Handling Manager
- Companion Animal Husbandry Manager
- Pet Sitter
Aliases
- Pet Care Staff
- Pet Sitter
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- Animal Nurse
- Dog Trainer
- Groomer
- Pet Hotel Staff
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