Livestock and Exotic Husbandry
Grants Farm
St. Louis, MO
Current - Current
- Working with 30+ species of animals, administering medications, creating enrichment, performing animal education shows, training animals, ensuring safety, and collaborating with other teams.
- Provided daily feedings and waterings for all animals in care.
- Identified sick animals in need of medical attention; administered first aid when required.
- Assisted with the birthing process of newborn animals.
- Recorded daily activities including animal births, deaths, feedings and treatments in logbook entries.
- Kept accurate records of animal weights, health histories and performance data.
- Maintained and monitored livestock health, feeding schedules and shelter conditions.
- Performed basic maintenance tasks such as repairing fencing, painting structures and cleaning equipment.
- Trained new personnel on proper handling techniques of livestock.
- Cleaned stalls and pens to maintain a hygienic environment for the livestock.
- Applied knowledge of animal husbandry to meet livestock needs and minimize disease risk.
- Shifted animals between grazing areas to foster sufficient access to food.
- Protected herds from predators using trained dogs.
- Used all-terrain vehicles to patrol expansive land holding, pastures and grazing areas to monitor animal activities.
- Moved equipment, poultry or livestock manually or using trucks or carts.
- Herded livestock to pastures for grazing or to scales, trucks or other enclosures.
- Mixed feed, additives and medicines in prescribed portions.
- Maintained stock health with proactive grooming, clipping, trimming, parasite control, castration, and shearing.
- Inspected fences, barns and pastures for damage or safety concerns.
- Administered vaccinations, deworming medications and other treatments as needed.
