SOC 39-2021
Animal Caretakers
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ52/100
Elevated
US Employment
๐ฅ277,300
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$33K
$25K โ $46K
Projected Growth
๐+12.1%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค38/100
Moderate exposure
๐ก Animal Caretakers face a risk score of 52/100 โ 8 points above the national average of 44. With only 38/100 GenAI exposure, most core tasks remain resistant to current AI capabilities. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $33K. The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths โ
๐ AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 52/100, Animal Caretakers faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like ai fitness coaching apps displacing personal trainers are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 277,300 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in personalized hands-on service requiring tactile skill and emotional support and active listening during sessions to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Animal Caretakers?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
AI fitness coaching apps displacing personal trainers
Robotic massage and physical therapy devices
Automated booking and client management platforms
Virtual try-on technology reducing in-person consultations
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Personalized hands-on service requiring tactile skill
Emotional support and active listening during sessions
Building trust and rapport with repeat clients
Adapting techniques to individual body types and preferences
๐ Task Automation Breakdown
Based on O*NET task analysis and GenAI exposure scoring. Shows the estimated proportion of this occupation's core tasks that are automatable by current AI, augmented by AI tools, or require essential human skills.
๐ O*NET Task Profile
Feed and water animals according to schedules and feeding instructions.
Provide treatment to sick or injured animals, or contact veterinarians to secure treatment.
Examine and observe animals to detect signs of illness, disease, or injury.
Mix food, liquid formulas, medications, or food supplements according to instructions, prescriptions, and knowledge of animal species.
Do facility laundry and clean, organize, maintain, and disinfect animal quarters, such as pens and stables, and equipment, such as saddles and bridles.
๐ป Technology Skills
Data base user interface and query software
Calendar and scheduling software
Spreadsheet software
Office suite software
Electronic mail software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
Administrative
English Language
Education and Training
Administration and Management
๐ vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
๐ Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tour and Travel Guides | 27 | $37K | 80% |
| Concierges | 29 | $37K | 76% |
| Social Workers, All Other | 22 | $69K | 65% |