Job prospects Veterinary Attendant in the Lower Mainland–Southwest Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a major labour shortage for Pet groomers and animal care workers in the Lower Mainland–Southwest Region. There were far more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be limited for Pet groomers and animal care workers (NOC 65220) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some 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.
• Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

Here are some key facts about Pet groomers and animal care workers in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

• Approximately 1,710 people work in this occupation.
• Pet groomers and animal care workers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 74%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 11%
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 6%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology