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Animal Trainer

 
Background
Animal trainers work with animals to teach them specific behaviours and commands. They use positive reinforcement techniques like treats and praise to help animals learn, whether they're training dogs for obedience, horses for riding, or marine animals for shows. Trainers spend time observing animal behaviour, planning training sessions, and working directly with animals and their owners to achieve training goals.
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Publications
Journal of Applied Animal Behaviour ScienceModern Dog Magazine
Books
The Art of Training Your DogUnderstanding Animal BehaviourClicker Training for Dogs
Movies
The Dog WhispererIt's Me or the Dog
Key Figures
Cesar MillanKaren PryorIan DunbarVictoria Stilwell
Classification
SIC Code752, 75203The Standard Industry Code
Dewey Reference636.7, 591.5For looking up books in your local library
Synonyms
Dog TrainerAnimal Behaviour TrainerPet TrainerObedience Trainer
Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026
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