Job prospects Animal Groomer (except Horses) in the Calgary Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour surplus for Pet groomers and animal care workers in the Calgary Region. There were more workers available than job openings in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Assessment Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Pet groomers and animal care workers (NOC 65220) in the Calgary region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

Here are some key facts about Pet groomers and animal care workers in the Calgary region:

• Approximately 1,460 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Pet groomers and animal care workers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 75%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 11%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 5%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology