Meet the Aquarists, the caretakers of the underwater world! These professionals work in aquariums, zoos, and research facilities, caring for all kinds of aquatic creatures. From tiny clownfish to massive sharks, aquarists ensure their aquatic friends are healthy, happy, and thriving in their watery homes. They feed the animals, clean tanks, monitor water quality, and even help sick fish feel better. Aquarists also play a big role in teaching the public about marine life and conservation—because protecting our oceans is a big deal! We’ll EXAMINE the perks, quirks, places to work, and vital job titles you can pursue. Visit CareersWithCritters.org to discover more wild and crazy jobs working with animals.

Have you ever thought about having a job that lets you hang out with penguins all day? If so, this episode is just for you… Today, we are waddling Into the World of Penguins and looking at the career of a Penguinologist—yes, it's a real thing, and yes, it’s as cool as it sounds! So, grab your snow boots or sandals, and let's dive into the icy terrain or sandy beach of the adorable and utterly fascinating world of studying penguins.

Welcome to *Careers with Critters*! I’m CS the Critter Saver, your guide to the coolest, craziest, and most inspiring careers in the animal world. Whether you dream of rescuing wildlife, tracking wolves in the wild, or diving into marine adventures, you are in the right place to meet industry experts and gather the tips, tools, and resources you need to transform your love for animals into an impactful internship and career. So let’s go wild!

The first series I am launching for you is called WILD WORK. Explore 12 of the coolest and craziest careers with critters. You will discover wild ways to turn your love for animals into a one-of-a-kind career.

Imagine getting paid to swim with sharks, be a taste tester for pet food, or teach dog surfing. These are just a few of the careers we will explore.

You can also easily follow along. Download your copy of the WILD WORK field guide. It is completely free. Go to AwesomeAnimalAcademy.org. The download button is on the home page.

See you in the next episode as we have some playtime with penguins coming up!

I’m C S the Critter Saver. Go enjoy your day and awesome animals around you!