Animal trainers work with animals to teach them skills or correct behavioral issues. Their responsibilities include: -Training: Teaching animals to respond to commands and cues, perform specific tasks, or learn specialized skills -General care: Feeding, exercising, and cleaning animals, as well as maintaining performance and holding areas -Health: Observing animals for signs of illness and administering medication when needed -Record keeping: Documenting an animal's health, diet, and behavior -Advising: Advising animal owners on which animals to buy -Performance: Cues or signals animals during performances