'Nevertheless' to those who dream of becoming a zookeeper or aquarist
Realistic advice from a current breeder!

Idam Books Occupational Empathy Series 04.
As people's interest in animals grows and positive images of zookeepers are frequently displayed in various media, the number of students dreaming of becoming zookeepers is increasing.
However, the image of the zookeepers depicted on TV is somewhat exaggerated and fragmentary, making it difficult to learn about the zookeepers in depth.


With the average competition rate for zookeeper jobs reaching 15:1 today, specific and realistic information about zookeepers is essential to break through the fierce competition and achieve your dreams.
Of course, these days, it is easy to obtain information and materials about breeders through various channels such as the Internet or broadcasting.
However, finding meaningful information among the uncertain information floating around on the Internet is a task that requires a lot of time and effort.
That is why, more than anything, it is necessary to listen to what the breeders working in the field have to say.
The most effective help for aspiring zookeepers is the vivid stories and realistic advice from current zookeepers.

If you have the opportunity, I highly recommend experiencing what zookeepers do firsthand, or if that's difficult, at least indirectly.
I hope that students will realize that the image of a zookeeper they have in mind is only a very small part of it.
Even after realizing that being a zookeeper is a dirtier, more difficult, and harder job than you thought, if you really want to be a zookeeper, then I hope you choose this job and prepare for it.

--- p.20, Zookeeper, what is his identity?

Most of my fellow breeders working around me complain of back pain.
I also carry heavy loads every day, so sometimes my back gets strained.
Because the work is physically demanding, many zookeepers spend their holidays resting at home.
And I usually pay more attention to taking care of my body than other people.
As with any profession, especially for zookeepers, if you don't take care of your body on a regular basis, it's only a matter of time before it breaks down.
For zookeepers who do a lot of physical labor, it is very important to take good care of their bodies.

--- p.128, Q&A: Is being a zookeeper a physically demanding job?

Not everyone can become a zookeeper.
Also, not just anyone can remain a zookeeper their entire life.
A breeder is a special person.
These are people who don't shine when they are alone, but shine when they are with animals.
If you have these basic beliefs, your work attitude will also become certain.
You don't have to struggle with stress in your relationships or at work.
Just knowing that there are animals waiting for me, right next to me, always gives me comfort and strength.
Because we are breeders.

--- p.178, Standing proudly as a zookeeper