“Do you love being around animals and taking care of them?” This is a question I have answered yes to since I was in elementary school. Growing up I wanted to become a veterinarian, but being in college has changed my mind. I still love animals and I do love to take care of them, I just have no idea what specific career I want. This research paper has helped me find a good career that I am very interested in. What career would that be? A career as a barn manager. I do love horses and it would be nice to work behind the scenes caring and feeding the horses.
What is a barn manager? Barn managers supervise the care of the horses in their stable (Kramer). They are to care for the horses, such as feeding and watering. They are to create schedules …show more content…
They are responsible for hiring and training new employees. They must make up the feeding and cleaning schedules for the horses. They must order supplies and feed. Also, barn managers must oversee farrier and vet visits. Barn managers carry a huge responsibility. Barn managers really are the glue that holds the stable together.
Becoming a barn manager does not necessarily require a college degree. But, college degrees are beneficial. Employers will want someone who has experience. In the article, To Have a Career with Horses, Dr. Bump stated employers want to be sure that applicants have a solid, well- rounded education ("To Have A Career With Horses”, par.3). This is the reason why the majority of high school students enter college for certificate programs or to earn two- four year degrees ("To Have A Career With Horses", par. …show more content…
The average salary of a barn manager is around $30,000 to $40,000 per year (Kramer). A barn manager gets a nice paycheck. Another advantage is the fact that the barn manager is in charge. So you are the boss, and that is always a plus. Disadvantage can include long hours, dealing with angry boarders, and no retirement. The biggest positive to being a barn managers is the fact that you get to be around horses every day.
Barn managers have great responsibilities. The job could get stressful at times, and you have to have a lot of patience dealing with the horses and people. The best thing about being a barn manager is that you get to be around horses and are in charge of making sure they are cared for and loved every day. I have learned a lot about the career of a barn manager. I still have not decided on the career I want, but I may just become a barn
What is a barn manager? Barn managers supervise the care of the horses in their stable (Kramer). They are to care for the horses, such as feeding and watering. They are to create schedules …show more content…
They are responsible for hiring and training new employees. They must make up the feeding and cleaning schedules for the horses. They must order supplies and feed. Also, barn managers must oversee farrier and vet visits. Barn managers carry a huge responsibility. Barn managers really are the glue that holds the stable together.
Becoming a barn manager does not necessarily require a college degree. But, college degrees are beneficial. Employers will want someone who has experience. In the article, To Have a Career with Horses, Dr. Bump stated employers want to be sure that applicants have a solid, well- rounded education ("To Have A Career With Horses”, par.3). This is the reason why the majority of high school students enter college for certificate programs or to earn two- four year degrees ("To Have A Career With Horses", par. …show more content…
The average salary of a barn manager is around $30,000 to $40,000 per year (Kramer). A barn manager gets a nice paycheck. Another advantage is the fact that the barn manager is in charge. So you are the boss, and that is always a plus. Disadvantage can include long hours, dealing with angry boarders, and no retirement. The biggest positive to being a barn managers is the fact that you get to be around horses every day.
Barn managers have great responsibilities. The job could get stressful at times, and you have to have a lot of patience dealing with the horses and people. The best thing about being a barn manager is that you get to be around horses and are in charge of making sure they are cared for and loved every day. I have learned a lot about the career of a barn manager. I still have not decided on the career I want, but I may just become a barn