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Animal Trainers in Idaho

Animal trainers condition animals to respond to commands and behave according to specific standards. They work with animals for riding, security, performance, obedience, or to assist people with disabilities In Idaho the median pay is $40,770 a year, 2% above the national median of $39,990.

$40,770median pay in Idaho, per year
$33,220–$42,870middle half earn
180employed in Idaho
$39,990U.S. median, for comparison
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What it takes

Preparation: Some preparation (usually high school; some on-the-job training). Most hold a high school diploma.

Skills that matter most

InstructingSpeakingLearning StrategiesCritical ThinkingActive LearningActive ListeningMonitoringJudgment and Decision Making

Knowledge areas

Customer and Personal ServiceEducation and TrainingPsychologyAdministration and ManagementEnglish LanguageSales and Marketing

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Licenses and training in Idaho

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O*NET-SOC 39-2011.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Idaho, annual.