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Animal Trainer

Definition:

An animal trainer refers to a person who professionally trains animals, whether it be for entertainment purposes, performances, obedience training, or assistance work.

Sense 1 (Noun):

A professional who uses specific techniques to teach animals to perform tricks or tasks.

Example Sentences:

1. The animal trainer taught the dog to jump through hoops.
2. He worked as an animal trainer for the circus, getting bears to ride bicycles.
3. She aspires to become an animal trainer and work with dolphins.

Sense 2 (Noun):

A person who trains animals for various work such as assisting people with disabilities or providing therapy.

Example Sentences:

1. As an animal trainer, he helps individuals with autism by training therapy dogs.
2. The animal trainer assisted in teaching the horse to guide individuals with visual impairments.
3. She devoted her life to being an animal trainer for service animals.

Sense 3 (Noun):

One who trains animals for specific tasks such as hunting, guarding, or herding.

Example Sentences:

1. His grandfather was an exceptional animal trainer, specializing in training hunting dogs.
2. The animal trainer showed the shepherd how to train his sheepdogs.
3. She wrote a book on the techniques utilized by animal trainers for training guard dogs.

Sense 4 (Noun):

A person who coaches and trains animals for competitions or shows.

Example Sentences:

1. The talented animal trainer prepared his horses for the prestigious dressage competition.
2. She has won numerous awards as an animal trainer in the world of dog shows.
3. He attended a workshop to enhance his skills as an animal trainer for horse jumping events.

Sense 5 (Noun):

A person who educates others on the behavior and handling of animals.

Example Sentences:

1. The animal trainer conducted a workshop on responsible pet ownership.
2. She is known for her expertise as an animal trainer, providing lectures at university campuses.
3. He runs a blog answering queries related to animal training and serves as a virtual animal trainer.

Sense 6 (Noun):

A person who assists in the training of animals, often working under the supervision of the main trainer.

Example Sentences:

1. The experienced animal trainer assigned the new recruit to assist in training the lions.
2. She started her career as an animal trainer by shadowing an experienced dolphin trainer.
3. He volunteered as an animal trainer at the local zoo during summer break.

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