Pet groomers and animal care workers in Red Deer

The employment outlook will be Moderate for pet groomers and animal care workers (NOC 65220) in the Red Deer region for the 2025-2027 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 Red Deer region:

• Approximately 270 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): 83%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 14%