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Equine Specialist – Horse Breeding Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Pferdewirt/in - Pferdezucht

The vocational training as an Equine Specialist in Horse Breeding is a 3-year recognized apprenticeship in agriculture. You will learn everything about the breeding, rearing, and care of horses, from looking after breeding animals to the birth and upbringing of foals. This profession requires a strong passion for horses, physical fitness, and a sense of responsibility.

What you do

  • Feeding, caring for, and exercising breeding horses and foals
  • Cleaning and maintaining stables, paddocks, and facilities
  • Assisting with matings, births, and the rearing of young animals
  • Observing and assessing the health status of horses
  • Maintaining breeding records and documenting breeding results
  • Preparing horses for presentations and sales events
  • Maintaining riding facilities and pastures

Requirements

  • Strong passion for and understanding of horses
  • Physical resilience and willingness to work outdoors
  • Sense of responsibility and conscientiousness in handling animals
  • Teamwork and strong communication skills
  • Willingness to work on weekends and holidays
  • Minimum of a Hauptschulabschluss or equivalent qualification
  • Initial experience in handling horses is an advantage

Career prospects

  1. 1Master Equine Professional (further training to become a Master)
  2. 2Farm manager in an equine operation or stud farm
  3. 3Specialization in areas such as horse training or breeding management
  4. 4Self-employment with your own breeding farm or livery stable

Open positions

There are no open positions in this career right now. New positions come in several times a day.

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Equine Specialist – Horse Breeding Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 750 to 950 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

What German level do I need for a Equine Specialist – Horse Breeding Ausbildung?

Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Equine Specialist – Horse Breeding Ausbildung?

Strong passion for and understanding of horses; Physical resilience and willingness to work outdoors; Sense of responsibility and conscientiousness in handling animals; Teamwork and strong communication skills.

Where can I find open Equine Specialist – Horse Breeding Ausbildung positions?

There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.

How to apply as a Equine Specialist – Horse Breeding

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.