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What is Brittany Donovan's job?
She is a wildlife rehabilitator (rescues and cares for wild animals).
Name one thing Brittany does at her job.
She feeds animals / cares for them / treats injuries.
What is one thing she does every day?
She works with the veterinarian to make sure each animal is healthy. She also trains team members on how to properly feed and care for the animals.
Why is her job important?
It helps animals survive and be safe.
Would you want this job? Why or why not?
Answers will vary (must include reason).
Where does she work?
She works at a wildlife sanctuary.
What does she do to help injured animals?
She treats their injuries and helps them recover.
How did she become interested in this job?
She volunteered when she was in school and loved it.
How do you think she feels about her job? Why?
She likely feels happy or proud because she helps animals.
What is one job similar to hers?
Veterinarian, zookeeper, animal shelter worker.
What kind of animals does she help?
She helps injured, sick, or orphaned wild bears, lions, and tigers.
How does she care for baby animals?
She feeds them and keeps them safe until they are strong.
What happens after animals get better?
They are kept in the sanctuary because they don’t know how to find food or survive on their own in the wild.
Why do animals trust her?
She cares for them gently and helps them feel safe.
What skills do YOU have that match this job?
Answers will vary (examples: caring, responsible).
What is one problem animals have when they arrive?
They have been kept as pets in small spaces with no room to run/play, and not fed a proper diet.
What does she do before releasing animals?
She makes sure they are healthy and able to survive on their own.
Put these in order: feed animals, Keep Animals in Sanctuary, check injuries
1. Check injuries → 2. Feed animals → 3. Keep Animals in Sanctuary
What skills does she need for this job?
Caring, patience, knowledge of animals, responsibility.
How could someone prepare for this career?
Study animals, go to school, volunteer with animals.
What does zoology mean?
The study of animals.
Brittany says safety is one of the biggest priorities at the sanctuary. What do you think priorities are?
Priorities are things that are more important than other things, and usually require immediate attention or action.
Describe a typical day using 2 steps
Example: First, she checks animals. Then, she feeds and cares for them.
What might happen if no one did this job?
Many animals would not survive or not be taken of properly.
What would be the hardest part of this job for you?
Answers will vary