Handler

usgb/ˈhændlər/
noun

A person who manages, controls or trains a person or animal.

He has been a professional dog handler for many years.
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Often appears as...

  • animal handler
  • dog handler
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Control and Guidance

Refers to someone directly influencing the actions or behaviors of a person or animal.

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The handler guided the search dog through the collapsed building.
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Active Interaction

Involves frequent, hands-on interaction with the subject being managed or trained.

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The experienced handler interacted daily with the elephants at the sanctuary.
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