There are many, many different careers relating to horses. Want an example? Well head along to Vocation-100 where over 170 horse related careers are explored via Equus Education.
This post is going to look at only 5 careers that are hands on with horses. But I assure you there are many more! Because let’s face it, sometimes it’s really nice to have a job that involves working with the animal in question!
- Acupuncture – this particular equine career has a science background and is often carried out by veterinarians. You can find out more about an equine acupuncture course and read a profile on Susan Hamilton, an animal therapist
- Barrier attendant – these people are often seen working hard at race meetings. Interested in the racing scene and want to work with horses in some capacity? Find out about barrier attendants.
- Flight attendant – want to combine horses and flying? Well here’s a unique position. Flight attendants tend to horses’ needs as they travel from one country to another.
- Instructing – your focus could be beginners, children, competitive riding, Western, English, racing – you name it! Working as an instructor will require knowledge in your field of focus, the ability to ride and to teach others on various horses. You’ll also need insurance and probably an instructing qualification.
- Stud work – now there are so many different positions within the area of breeding horses. You could be an AI technician, a stud hand, a breeder, a manager of broodmares, stallions or yearlings; the list goes on. If you want daily interaction with breeding horses, consider the stud industry.
5 Careers that are Hands on with Horses
If you want to physically work with horses in your equine career, then be inspired by the possible number of horse jobs out there! Why not try for something unique? Or perhaps a job that requires a qualification to undertake it? The choice is yours.
