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If you like working outdoors, handling animals and soothing customers, a career in the wildlife control industry may be for you. This page is dedicated to helping you learn about what it takes to get into this field.
Choosing a Career in Wildlife Damage ControlWe have been asked for information on this career by a Vocational Career Counselor. ICWDM hopes to help career counselors to understand more about this occupation. DefinitionsAnimal Control normally relates to city, county personnel involved with enforcement of leash laws. ACO's (Animal control officers) handle pets, like cats and dogs. Animal damage controllers, Nuisance wildlife control operators, Problem animal controllers, Wildlife Control Operators are all synonyms.
Pest Control is a different industry. Pest control deals primarily with bugs, mice and rats and often use pesticides. Animal damage controllers, by contrast, rarely use pesticides and handle wildlife such as squirrels, skunks, raccoons, moles, voles, beaver etc. Trappers are normally fur trappers. Trappers are people who seek animals for their fur. This occupation is usually a hobby or a part time business at best.
Key Facts about Animal Damage Control1. Most animal damage controllers are self-employed. They tend to be a very independent bunch and don't like working for others. However, some of the larger companies do hire workers. While not many have reached this size, the industry is maturing and so the opportunities for employment are growing. Normally, these companies are contracted by the customer for a specific problem, ie. squirrels in attic. The relationship ends when the problem is resolved. Sort of like the way people hire a plumber to fix a leak. You pay for the service and the plumbler leaves when the problem is resolved. 2. Many states require a license. These licenses will be issued through the state's division of fisheries and wildlife or similar sounding agency. Wildlife control is a controversial issue. Potential workers need to understand that humane issues are a prime concern. Failure to follow standard procedures can result in severe legal and publicity problems. The field is still lacking many regulations so entry into the field is relatively easy. Occupational Requirements
Before Starting Your Own BusinessSelf-employment has its own set of unique challenges. Before taking the plunge read the S.M.A.R.T. Method of Beginning Your Business Ten Tips Before Starting Your NWCO Business PowerPoint Training ToolsWebsites
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If you have any further questions, please don't hesistate to ask. Click for more Training Information University PublicationsNWCO Best Practices Guide--Cornell Univ.
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