For animal lovers, working in a pet shop could be a great career move for you. If you are looking for the next big step in your career, think about the possibility of working in the pet retail trade. There are lots of opportunities for talented and enthusiastic people, who also love animals.

You could start by getting a part-time job working a few hours a week in a pet shop or similar environment. This would give you invaluable experience of the industry. You might even be in a position to run your own shop in the near future. Just remember that there is a lot of hard work involved as well. If you are selling animals and not just animal products, you will need a license, which may not be easy to get. You will also need to be comfortable completing things like admin tasks and stock takes.