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Profession

Animal Trainers

Train animals for riding, harness, security, performance, or obedience, or for assisting persons with disabilities. Accustom animals to human voice and contact, and condition animals to respond to commands. Train animals according to prescribed standards for show or competition. May train animals to carry pack loads or work as part of pack team.

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New Zealand

Salary data

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Latest2026
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฟ New Zealand2026
Animal trainerTahatลซ Career Ideas T00607
GroupAll
Median60,000 NZD
AverageN/A
Middle 50%50,000 NZD - 83,000 NZD
Decile range50,000 NZD - 117,000 NZD
Bottom decile50,000 NZD
Top decile117,000 NZD

Sources

  • Tahatลซ Career Navigator remuneration estimates accessed 2026-06-122026 - Tahatลซ Career Ideas

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