Job prospects Dog Handler in the Athabasca–Grande Prairie–Peace River Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a major labour shortage for Pet groomers and animal care workers in the Athabasca–Grande Prairie–Peace River Region. There were far more job openings than workers available to fill them 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 Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• Not many 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 Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region:

• Pet groomers and animal care workers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 77%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 9%
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 8%
  • Agriculture (NAICS ultur): 6%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology