Petting Farm

Ok here is my dilema I want to work for cp this summer but my mother says i have to work with something in my field. I am a zoology major and going to get my vet tech license later. I wa wondering how hard it would be to be able to work in the petting farm?

You're in luck, last year's ATL of the petting farm frequents these boards...

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Natalie
CP Ride Operations '99-'00

You must be 18 years old (or 17 years old and graduated from high school) Although there was a 17 year old who was hired last year that hadn't graduated from high school yet (not sure exactly why the exception was really made, but she only lasted a day anyway)

You must also not be afraid of heights (because you must climb into lofts to get supplies) and also be able to lift 50-60 lbs (hay bales, bags of feed, goats and lambs)

Studying an animal related area is a great qualification of getting hired, but even not necessary. Be sure to stress any animal contact you have had. Contract dates may determine some candidates. (Animals arrive about a week before the park opens, and last year they stayed through Halloweekends) The crew is about 8-9 people when fully staffed. You also work a few times a week at Pet Check.


With your major, and if you have some animal experience makes you a good candidate. John Wolshuck handles the hiring for the farm.

If you have any other questions about the pet farm or pet check, let me know.

Christy

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http://vms.www.uwplatt.edu/~moyerc
PetFarm/PetChek 99 Crew/ATL 2000


*** This post was edited by AnimalsRule on 11/27/2000. ***

ok well i have worked as a vet tech for the past 6 year at a emergency vet clinic. I am also currently working with reseach animals here at msu. That means cows and horses and dogs and cats and rabbits and mice and the such. I am very strong hey i wrestle with steers everyday. And I am studying zoology (zoo and aquarium) here at MSU. Does that qualify me? I am also 20 I will be 21 in september.
Please e-mail me with some contacts. Also I would have to leave a bit earlier than hallow weekends for I am in the spartan marching band and band camp starts sometime in august but I can stay until about a week before or even 4-5 days before, but since i'm in college i could come down there sooner
honeyrose98@hotmail.com *** This post was edited by cplove on 11/28/2000. ***

Yes of course you qualify, you don't even need half that to qualify. But I just wanted to mention that applying for the pet farm isn't a sure hire because of the limited crew, unlike some areas of the park where just a pulse is needed to get hired. (I know I'm exagerrating!!)

Though with your experience, I would be surprised if they didn't hire you. I sent you an email with more information.
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http://vms.www.uwplatt.edu/~moyerc
PetFarm/PetChek 99/ATL 2000
*** This post was edited by AnimalsRule on 11/28/2000. ***

Thanks for everything animalsrule!! I appreciate it very much!!