Enjoy taking care of small animals? Take a look at the variety of options in this SAE!
In Depth Description of SAE Area:
Small Animal Production and Care is a very popular SAE which allows FFA members to manage, produce, care for and/or market efficiently small pet animals such as dogs, cats, rabbits, mice, and even guinea pigs! Students have been involved in programs where students care for the well-being of pets but can also include working at a pet shop, kennel, grooming, serving as a veterinary assistant or providing pet sitting services.
Related Careers:
- Pet Shop Owner- 17,000-19,000 starting salary
- PETCO Groomer- $10/hr
- Pet Sitter- $10-15/hr
- Kennel employment- varies
Win Big: Entrepreneurship/Placement or Entrepreneurship AND Placement.
Build your SAE:
- American Kennel Society: www.akc.org/public_education/careers.cfm
- Guide Dog Services: www.guidedog.org
- Pet Sitters International: www.petsit.com









