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Equine Specialist

What do Equine Specialists do?

  • Work with horses in a variety of settings, including farms, stables, therapy programs, and more
  • Provide medical care for horses 
  • Maintain facilities
 

Education and Training

Get Started!

High school juniors and seniors can participate in a Youth Apprenticeship in the Agriculture, Food & Natural Resource program area, which can offer opportunities to work with animals.

Learn more about the Department of Workforce Development (DWD) Youth Apprenticeship Program and apply here. 

Minimum Requirements

To work in this role, you'll need:

  • Experience handling and caring for horses
  • The ability to recognize signs of injury or illness in horses
  • May need a driver's license to operate vehicles on the grounds

Job Supply and Median Wage in Milwaukee County

 

Source: Lightcast, February 2026

 

5-Year Job Outlook

 

Source: Lightcast, February 2026

 

Top Employers in Milwaukee County

1. Lap of Love

2. BluePearl

3. PetCo

4. Belle City Veterinary Hospital

5. Vetco

Source: Lightcast, February 2026

 

Career Pathways: What's next?

Source: Lightcast, February 2026

Visit the City of Milwaukee's Employment Opportunities Page

Employ Milwaukee

1322 North 8th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53205

Phone: (414) 270-1700Fax: (414) 225-2375

Employ Milwaukee is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Service Provider. If you need this information in an alternate format, or in a different language at no cost to you, please contact us at (414) 270-1700. Deaf, hard of hearing, or speech impaired callers can contact us through Wisconsin Relay Service at 711. 

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