As of June 2026, Animal Trainers has an AI-exposure score of 36/100 (Low exposure) on the AI-Safe Careers index, blending O*NET tasks, the Anthropic Economic Index, the Penn/OpenAI study, and BLS data. This is an estimate of task exposure, not a prediction of job loss.

AI Exposure Score for

Animal Trainers

36/100
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More exposed than 6% of the roles we track. Median pay ~US$39,990. About 7,100 projected openings a year (BLS 2024–34 — growth plus replacement).

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What this role usually involves

O*NET 29.1 exact occupation

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.

Common titles
Dog TrainerGuide Dog Mobility Instructor (GDMI)Horse TrainerTrainerAgility InstructorDog Obedience Instructor
O*NET job-zone preparation
Job Zone 2 · Some Preparation Needed These occupations usually require a high school diploma. Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed.

Broad guidance for this preparation level; exact requirements vary by role and employer.

Skills and knowledge
InstructingSpeakingCritical ThinkingActive LearningJudgment and Decision MakingMonitoring
Tools and technology
Atlassian JIRAEpic SystemsFacebookMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft Outlook
Work context
Decision latitudeFace-to-face discussionsFrequent contact with othersTelephoneExternal customers

Source: O*NET 29.1 exact occupation - Animal Trainers, SOC 39-2011.00. Context describes the role; the AI-exposure score remains a separate task-exposure estimate.

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Animal Trainers tasks, by AI exposure

Automatable

No automatable tasks identified for this role — its real, individually-assessed tasks consistently read as durable (80%).

Augmentable
  • Conduct training programs to develop or maintain desired animal behaviors for competition, entertainment, obedience, security, riding, or related purposes.
  • Keep records documenting animal health, diet, or behavior.
1 more augmentable task locked in the report.
Durable
  • Administer prescribed medications to animals.
  • Evaluate animals to determine their temperaments, abilities, or aptitude for training.
10 more durable tasks locked in the report.

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