Sector
Agriculture
Keyword

Horse Farms, Stud Farming, Stableman

Minimum ? No entry barrier, preferably 5th standard pass

Not applicable

The tasks a Stableman is expected to perform include:Feeding and looking after horses, camels, mules, etc. in the stables

Measuring, mixing feed and preparing feed supplements for animals

Grooming animals by brushing, currying, washing, etc.Using hair and metal brushes, clippers and scissors, etc. to trim their manes and tails

Watering and exercising animals regularly

Sweeping out stalls and spreading fresh straw

Cleaning saddles and bridles, whitewashing stables, etc.Monitoring the feed intake and health condition of the animals

Treating sick or injured animals

Reporting serious conditions to veterinarian

Harnessing or saddling animals

Repairing and reconditioning harness

Taking animals out for grazing

Knowledge of basic animal health and optimum nutrition

Knowledge of first aid and medical treatment of animals

Efficient in maintaining hygiene and cleanliness of animals at the farm

Knowledge of animal psychology and moods

Skilled in general stable maintenance and upkeep

Knowledge of the latest developments in stable keeping

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Not applicable

Manual dexterity

Physically fit

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Hardworking and persistent

Result-oriented

Self-motivated

It is a field job

Work from home is not available Part-time jobs and contractual jobs maybe available

Supervising other Stable Hands and Helpers is required

Local travelling is part of the job

Working hours

No fixed working hours

Overtime is common

Shift system is applicable

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?No

This job is not considered hazardous or dangerous Health risks include exposure to extreme temperatures, dust, faecal matter, pesticides, fertilizers, chemicals, disinfectants, etc.Occupational hazards include injury to body while using sharp tools, accidents while tending to animals, etc.

For candidate with experience - INR 5,000 to INR 10,000 per month5(These figures are indicative and subject to change)

The Potential Growth and Opportunities in Horse Keeping in India6

India has five indigenous horse breeds: Marwari, Kathiawari, Zanskari, Manipuri and Spiti. The Indian horses are now getting their due place among the well-known horse breeds of the world. The Department of Animal Husbandry in the ministry of agriculture has recently promoted a separate Marwari Horse Registration Stud Book Society to register all pure-bred animals, as per its own breed standards. The government also proposes to start such societies for the Kathiawari, Manipuri, Zanskari and Spiti breeds.The recent awareness spread and steps taken by the government to enhance the breeding of the Indian horses presents tremendous job opportunities for Stablemen or Stable Attendants.

Stud farm owners

Local travel and tourism industry across India

Agriculture co-operative organizations

Job openings are in Tier I, Tier II and Tier III cities7