Pet shop staff
Work in a specialty store that sells pets and pet-related items. You need to have knowledge about living creatures as well as the ability to communicate with customers.
Perfect For …
Someone who doesn't feel comfortable unless things are done right. Honest. Patient and responsible in dealing with animals. Good talker and listener as we will be serving customers.
Job Details
Sells pets and pet-related products
Pet stores sell pet food and pet supplies in addition to the creatures that will become pets. Pet store staff are in charge of selling these items. Since they deal with living creatures, they are required to take care of them (feeding, disposal of excrement, cleaning of cages, etc.) and manage their health on a daily basis. They also give advice on how to raise and train pets so that owners and pets can build a better relationship. Therefore, knowledge about living creatures and the ability to communicate with customers are required.
Key Points !
Obtain certification in living organisms at a technical school or other institution.
No specific qualifications are required to become a pet store staff member. It may be advantageous to attend a vocational school where you can learn about pets and obtain a certification as a pet caretaker (Level 1 and Level 2 are available) or a trimmer certified by the Japan Pet Owners and Pet Caretakers Association. This is because specialized knowledge of living creatures is required and the number of pet stores offering trimming services is increasing. Recently, pet stores can be divided into two main categories: large stores that sell a wide variety of living creatures and specialty stores that specialize in particular species, such as reptiles and insects. Both types of shops require a broad knowledge of living creatures and related products, as well as a spirit of service to customers. There are already a significant number of pet stores, and new staffing is difficult to find unless there are vacancies. Check frequently for information in stores, on websites, and on job sites.
In the Future
High level of knowledge about pets is required.
The recent pet boom has led to an increase in the number of general pet specialty stores that also offer pet trimming, pet hotels, and veterinary clinics. While it can be said that the field of activity for pet store staff is expanding, customers are demanding more from their staff, so it will be necessary for them to continue their studies to acquire more advanced expertise and skills.
Job Facts
Income.
月収は42歳平均で26万円くらいだ。
Vacation?
生き物は24時間365日、世話をする必要があるので、お店がお休みでも誰かが出勤する必要がある。土日はお客さんが多く、基本的にはスタッフの中でシフトを組んで順番に休みを取る。
Where do you work?
Pet stores, etc.
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