Keepers also may answer questions from visitors about the natural habitat or eating habits of exhibited animals. Keepers are generally assigned to work with a broad group of animals such as mammals, birds, or reptiles. In large zoological parks, keepers may work with a limited collection of animals such as primates, large cats, or dolphins. Working Conditions People who love animals get satisfaction from working with and helping animals. However, some of the work may be physically demanding and unpleasant.
Caretakers have to clean animal cages and lift heavy animals, or supplies like bales of hay.
Also, the work setting is often noisy. Some duties like euthanizing a hopelessly injured or aged animal may be emotionally stressful. Animal caretakers can be exposed to bites, kicks, and disease from the animals they attend. Caretakers may work outdoors in all kinds of weather. Hours are irregular.