# Animal Handler

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##### About this job

Animal handlers are in charge of handling animals in a working role and continue the training of the animal, in accordance with national legislation.

Scope note: Includes people working with security and military dogs, search and rescue dogs, laboratory animals, assistance dogs or show animals. Includes stud animal handlers.

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