SPECIFIC ANIMAL/ANIMAL HANDLER ROLES

Zookeeper

What’s in Your Closet

Khaki shorts or cargo pants, a tan or olive button-down shirt, and sturdy hiking boots instantly sell the zookeeper look. Toss on a utility vest if you have one, or a belt with extra pockets for a “ready for anything” vibe.

Around the House / DIY

Make a quick name badge with your “official” zoo title—Head Keeper, Mammal Specialist, or Reptile Wrangler are great options. Clip a small stuffed animal to your shoulder, belt, or backpack as if it insists on coming along for rounds.
Tape colorful duct tape around a water bottle to make it look like a field canteen.

Quirks / How to Act

Walk briskly everywhere like you’re late to feed something important.
Do random “animal headcounts”—even if there are no animals in sight.
Pause mid-conversation to whisper, “Hold on… I hear the lemurs again.”
Whisper warnings like, “Don’t spook the giraffes,” or “Stay calm, they can smell fear,” regardless of context.
Tell people obscure animal facts with total confidence—even if they’re questionable.
Refer to everyone as “kiddo,” “buddy,” or “big fella,” as if they’re zoo residents.
Pretend to radio updates to invisible coworkers about “the situation near the penguins.”

Makeup & Hair

Keep it natural and practical—just enough to look awake after a long shift.
Ponytail, braid, or messy bun fits the “just finished cleaning an enclosure” aesthetic.
Optional: A tiny dab of brown eyeshadow to mimic “dust from the savanna.”

Accessories / Props

Carry a walkie-talkie (toy or real—but don’t transmit!), a clipboard with fake “feeding schedules,” or rope fashioned as a lead.
Use a small net, toy binoculars, or a bucket labeled Feed (filled with wrapped snacks or fake treats).
A fanny pack or crossbody bag works perfectly as a “supply pouch.”
Plush animals in small crates, baskets, or makeshift “enclosures” bring the character to life while staying friendly and playful.

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Wildlife Biologist / Conservationist

What’s in Your Closet

Earth-tone clothing, a vest, and a field jacket give you instant researcher credibility.

Around the House / DIY

Binoculars made from toilet-paper rolls and homemade field tags add charm and character.

Quirks / How to Act

Talk passionately about ecosystems, correct people's animal facts, and treat every creature with reverence.

Makeup & Hair

Minimal makeup; braid your hair or pull it back for a professional, field-ready look.

Accessories / Props

Field notebook, binoculars, and maps with scribbled field notes.

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Veterinarian / Vet Tech

What’s in Your Closet

Scrubs in any color instantly sell the look, but a simple T-shirt with joggers or comfortable pants works just as well. Add sneakers or clogs if you have them—bonus points if they're brightly colored or cartoon-animal themed. A lightweight jacket or cardigan can mimic a clinic coat.

Around the House / DIY

Make a quick stethoscope from earbuds, yarn, or pipe cleaners.
Tape or pin a name patch to your shirt—something like “Dr. Paws,” “Tech A. Terrier,” or “Dr. Whiskerson.”
Add faux pet hair by lightly brushing a lint roller backward over your clothes.
Carry a small towel or blanket as a pet “exam table.”

Quirks / How to Act

Use a soothing “vet voice” on everyone, saying things like, “It’s okay, you’re being so brave.”
Gently check people's “paws” (hands), “teeth” (smile), or “ears” with exaggerated professionalism.
Ask guests if they are “up-to-date on vaccinations.”
Offer imaginary treats when people do something correctly.
Talk about emergency surgeries on stuffed animals like they were dramatic real-world cases.
Say things like, “Hmm… we may need X-rays,” while staring at someone thoughtfully.
Pretend to fill out charts and give people diagnoses like “chronic mischief disorder.”

Makeup & Hair

Keep your look clean and practical with neat makeup and minimal glam.
Hair should be in a ponytail, braid, or bun—something you could “operate” in.
A few smudges from “fur” or “paw prints” drawn on with eyeliner or brown eyeshadow add comedic realism.

Accessories / Props

A clipboard with silly patient notes like: “Golden Retriever—suspected snack theft.”
Fake syringes or droppers (no needles, of course).
Stuffed animals as “patients,” ideally with bandages, cones, or little blankets.
Toy thermometers, tongue depressors, or bandage rolls.
Treat bag filled with candy or dog biscuits (real or fake).
A toy otoscope, or DIY one using a flashlight taped to a marker.
A little bottle labeled “Flea Prevention” for comedic effect.

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Farmer / Rancher

What’s in Your Closet

Overalls, a flannel shirt, denim jeans, or a simple work shirt instantly give you that down-home farm aesthetic. Work boots, cowboy boots, or even old sneakers covered in “pretend dust” complete the look.

Around the House / DIY

Make a straw hat out of cardboard strips or a paper bag.
Swap out your belt for a rope or bandana tied cowboy-style.
Add patches to your jeans with scrap fabric for that “been fixing fences all day” vibe.
Carry a small towel or bandana tucked into your pocket as a makeshift “farm utility cloth.”

Quirks / How to Act

Say “y’all” at least once per sentence and mean it.
Talk fondly about crops, harvests, and livestock like they’re family.
Casually mention your tractor by name—as if everyone has one.
Use expressions like “that dog won’t hunt,” “bless your heart,” or “rain’s comin’.”
Walk with a slow, easy swagger like nothing rattles you—not even runaway chickens.
Pretend you’re constantly checking on “the herd” or “the fields,” even indoors.
Offer imaginary fresh eggs to people as greetings.
Squint as if you're always judging the weather.
Talk about waking up at 4 AM like it's a personality trait.

Makeup & Hair

Add faint freckles with an eyeliner pencil and smudge a little brown shadow for “dirt.”
Hair can be braided, in loose pigtails, or tousled like you just came in from feeding the goats.
A sun-kissed highlight or bronzed nose adds to the outdoor look.

Accessories / Props

Stuffed chickens, cows, or pigs—carry them like prized livestock.
A toy pitchfork or rake (foam or cardboard recommended).
A small bucket with fake corn feed or paper “grain.”
A plaid bandana around your neck.
A clipboard labeled “Farm Chores.”
A toy tractor for comedic value.
A mason jar “sweet tea” cup.
A basket of fake eggs or plastic vegetables.

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Animal Rights Activist

What’s in Your Closet

A graphic tee with any message (the more passionate, the better), comfortable jeans, and a hoodie or denim jacket. Bonus points for earthy colors or anything that looks like you’ve attended three protests in the last week.

Around the House / DIY

Create a protest sign using cardboard and markers with slogans like “Adopt, Don’t Shop,” “Justice for All Species,” or “Equal Rights for the Furry.”
Add DIY stickers to your jacket, make a faux petition clipboard with checkboxes, or tape “RESCUE TEAM” onto your sleeve.
Tape on a few fake buttons or pins made from paper circles and safety pins.

Quirks / How to Act

Move with fiery conviction—every step is powered by compassion and purpose.
Give intense, heartfelt speeches about the ethical treatment of imaginary animals.
Whisper dramatically, “Do it… for the animals,” even when giving simple reminders like “pass the dip.”
Try to “rescue” decorative animal figurines around the room.
Offer pamphlets that don’t exist.
Tell people you can “detect cruelty” in someone’s aura.
Interrupt conversations to announce, “Actually, that’s problematic for hedgehogs.”
Look personally offended when someone mentions any meat products.
Start chants like “WHAT DO WE WANT?—vegan snacks!” then shrug.
Give everyone a heartfelt pat on the shoulder like they’ve just joined the cause.

Makeup & Hair

Keep makeup minimal—fresh, natural, and real.
Hair can be down, loosely tied, or tucked under a beanie for that “activist chic” vibe.
Add a smudge of eyeliner to look slightly “in the trenches.”

Accessories / Props

Poster board signs with bold slogans.
A toy megaphone for rallying your “followers.”
Clipboards with fake petitions and doodled signatures.
Sticker sheets printed with tiny paw prints or hearts.
Canvas tote bags labeled “Vegan Vibes” or “Eco Warrior.”
Fake pamphlets titled “How to Save the Planet in 3 Easy Steps.”

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Pig Butcher (with Optional Pig Costume Twist)

What’s in Your Closet

A plaid shirt, work jeans or overalls, and sturdy boots give you a classic butcher/farmhand look. A white apron, if you have one, helps sell the “I work with meat all day” vibe. Roll up the sleeves for maximum authenticity.

Around the House / DIY

Make a butcher-style apron by splattering red paint or food coloring (keep it clearly fake and cartoonish). Add a cardboard “cleaver” painted silver, or use a toy one if you have it.
Make a name badge reading: “P. Butcher – Hog Division” or “Master of Meat.”

Quirks / How to Act

Speak proudly about “the hog business” like it’s an elite calling.
Describe your work like fine craftsmanship: “A perfect cut is an art form.”
Make heavy, satisfied sighs as if judging imaginary meat quality.
Say old-fashioned lines like, “Nothin’ goes to waste on my watch.”
Pretend to examine people’s “marbling” and joke about the “prime cuts” in the room.
Talk in metaphors that only butchers would use: “That conversation’s a bit undercooked, ain't it?”
Carry yourself like someone who’s up since dawn and unbothered by anything messy.

Makeup & Hair

A little bronzer or brown eyeshadow around the temples and forearms gives a “been working since 5 a.m.” look.
Hair can be messy from a long shift, tucked under a cap, or tied back.
Optional: Add faint red smudges (clearly fake) for comedic effect.

Accessories / Props

Toy cleaver or cardboard knife.
Apron with cartoonish red splashes.
A small bucket or pail labeled “Feed” or “Scraps.”
A towel thrown over your shoulder “for wiping down the workstation.”
Plastic or plush pig props.
A clipboard with “Hog Inventory” or “Cut List.”
A butcher paper roll (or parchment paper) for wrapping “orders.”

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Exotic Pet Owner

What’s in Your Closet

Bold prints, flashy clothes, and oversized sunglasses.

Around the House / DIY

Drape toy snakes or lizards over your shoulder.

Quirks / How to Act

Talk about your snake like it’s a newborn and your lizard like it’s royalty.

Makeup & Hair

Smoky eyes and wild, styled hair.

Accessories / Props

Plush reptiles, faux terrarium container, or a fashionable pet carrier.

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Beekeeper

What’s in Your Closet

White or cream long-sleeve shirts and matching pants instantly mimic a beekeeper suit. Rain boots, garden boots, or any sturdy footwear complete the look. Bonus points if you have something vaguely utilitarian—like a belt pouch, gardening gloves, or an oversized jacket.

Around the House / DIY

Make a veil using mesh fabric, tulle, or even a sheer laundry bag attached to a sun hat or baseball cap. Add dishwashing gloves or any work gloves as protective gear. Create bee “warning patches” from paper. Glue toy bees to your hat or veil for extra flair.

Quirks / How to Act

Move slowly and gracefully, as if not to disturb invisible bees.
Talk in a calm, wise tone, referring to everyone as “worker bees,” “drones,” or “the queen.”
Do little hand waves around your face as though gently redirecting wayward bees.
Make statements like, “Easy now… the hive senses tension.”
Smell imaginary honey and nod as if evaluating its quality.
Tilt your head and listen intently, claiming you’re “hearing the hum.”
Refer to any group of people as a “colony.”
Carry out mock hive inspections—peek into boxes, cups, or anything nearby.
Offer random bee facts that may or may not be accurate.

Makeup & Hair

Go for honey-toned eyeshadow, soft gold highlights, or warm amber shimmer.
Add subtle freckles for a “sun-kissed apiary” vibe.
Hair should be tucked under your veil or hat, styled simply and practically.

Accessories / Props

A small honey jar to offer “samples.”
Toy bees glued to your clothing, veil, or hat.
A smoker (toy, or DIY using a painted can or small container).
A clipboard with “Hive Activity Reports.”
A wooden frame with honeycomb doodled inside.
A small basket of plastic flowers “for pollination checks.”
A gentle humming sound effect from your phone for realism.

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​Fisherman

What’s in Your Closet

A flannel shirt, cargo shorts or faded jeans, sturdy boots, and a classic fishing hat or baseball cap instantly complete the look. Bonus points for anything with fish prints.

Around the House / DIY

Craft a fishing pole using a stick, string, and a paperclip “hook.” Cut out fish from construction paper or aluminum foil. Create a name patch that says something like “Captain Big Catch” or “Fish Whisperer.”

Quirks / How to Act

Tell wildly exaggerated fishing tales, always starting with, “Now this one time…”
Hold your arms comically far apart to show the “size” of a fish.
Squint dramatically as if the sun is always in your eyes, even indoors.
Pretend to cast your fishing line into random rooms—especially near snack tables.
Comment on the “currents” whenever someone opens a door.
Check the “wind direction” before making any decision.
Speak slowly, drawling like someone who’s spent too long on a lake.
Make vague references to “the one that got away” and get emotional about it.
Tap your boot “to check the weather.”
Give unsolicited knot-tying advice to strangers.
Spit imaginary sunflower seeds or pretend to chew on a straw.

Makeup & Hair

Add bronzer for a sun-worn look, dab a little red on the nose and cheeks for windburn, and keep hair delightfully messy or tucked under a hat.

Accessories / Props

A toy net or butterfly net repurposed as a “landing net.”
A tackle box filled with random trinkets (bottle caps, ribbons, paper fish).
Fishing vest with patches, buttons, or lures (paper clips, safety pins).
A thermos or insulated mug labeled “Lake Juice.”
Plastic fish attached to fishing line as “your catch of the day.”
A bucket with fake water or fabric waves.
Sunglasses with a neck strap.
A small cooler prop to carry snacks (“bait”).
A “Gone Fishin’” sign to hang on your chair.

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Horse Jockey

What’s in Your Closet

White pants or leggings and a fitted top.

Around the House / DIY

Create a helmet from a bike helmet and cardboard riding crop.

Quirks / How to Act

Bounce lightly as if riding; talk to imaginary horses.

Makeup & Hair

Clean, polished look with hair tucked under the helmet.

Accessories / Props

Race number, horse plushie.

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Dog Groomer

What’s in Your Closet

Apron, black pants, and tennis shoes.  (Or, be funny and dress like a dog - why not?)

Around the House / DIY

Add fake shears or brushes to your apron pockets.

Quirks / How to Act

Compliment everyone’s “coat” and pretend to trim hair.

Makeup & Hair

Hair clipped back; simple makeup.

Accessories / Props

Grooming tools, toy blow dryer, dog treats.

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Dog Trainer

What’s in Your Closet

Athletic leggings or joggers, a fitted T-shirt, sneakers, and a zip-up hoodie or utility vest. (Or, be funny and dress like a dog - why not?)

Around the House / DIY

Clip a few dog toys or empty treat bags to your belt. Make a simple “Trainer” badge from cardboard. Use a rope or ribbon as a “training lead.”

Quirks / How to Act

Give upbeat commands to everyone: “Heel!” “Sit!” “Good human!” Offer imaginary treats. Praise excellent behavior. Gently redirect “bad” behavior with hand signals.

Makeup & Hair

Sporty and natural. A high ponytail or half-up style works great. Light, clean makeup—trainer-on-duty vibes.

Accessories / Props

Clicker (real or cardboard), dog whistle, tennis balls, rope tug toy, treat pouch, and a training notebook labeled Behavior Log.

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Mouse / Mouse Superhero

What’s in Your Closet

Grey or brown pants/shirt combo.

Around the House / DIY

Create ears from cardboard, draw on whiskers, and add a rope tail.

Quirks / How to Act

Scurry from place to place like every noise might be a cat.
Freeze dramatically when someone enters the room, then squeak nervously.
Sniff everything as if you're constantly searching for cheese.
If someone drops food—even accidentally—dash toward it immediately.
As the Mouse Superhero, strike bold, heroic poses before doing anything mundane.
Point dramatically at imaginary villains like “The Great Cat Menace.”
Pretend everything is at least 10 times your size and a major obstacle.
Refer to everyone as “Bigfoot” or “Two-Legs.”
Carry out tiny, exaggerated “spy missions” along the baseboards.

Makeup & Hair

Pink nose and whiskers; simple hair or tiny cape.

Accessories / Props

Cheese props, mini shield, cape.

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Chicken Farmer

What’s in Your Closet

Overalls, plaid shirt, and rubber boots.

Around the House / DIY

Stuffed chickens or a cardboard coop sign.

Quirks / How to Act

Talk about your hens constantly; occasionally cluck.

Makeup & Hair

Messy hair; sun-kissed makeup.

Accessories / Props

Egg basket, corn feed.

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Pet Detective (Ace Ventura Style)

What’s in Your Closet

Loud Hawaiian shirt, mismatched pants, or slacks that look like you’ve wrestled a raccoon in them. A trench coat optional — Ace-style confidence required. Add sunglasses you dramatically lower every time you discover a clue.

Around the House / DIY

Make a cardboard magnifying glass and wildly oversized “detective badge.” Add a floppy notebook filled with doodles of pets you’ve “interviewed.” Tape a feather or random tuft of faux fur to your shoulder like you picked up evidence on the way in.

Quirks / How to Act

Talk to animals like they’re your coworkers — and expect answers.
Interrogate household pets with intense eye contact and over-the-top seriousness:
“Did you or did you not see the squirrel?”
Slide across furniture like you’re making a dramatic entrance at every opportunity.
Whisper clues to yourself, then shout your theories loudly and triumphantly.
Make dramatic hair flips, even if your hair doesn’t move.
Follow people around, writing nonsense in your notebook: “Subject exhibits suspicious tail-wag energy.”
Randomly sniff the air and proclaim, “I sense… a disturbance in the litter box.”
Talk with exaggerated enunciation: “ALLLLLRIGHTY THEN!” anytime you solve anything.

Makeup & Hair

Go full Ace Ventura: high-volume hair swoop or slicked-back noir style.
If you want subtle makeup, give yourself dramatic brows or shadowy detective eyes — because every clue deserves intensity.

Accessories / Props

A hilariously large magnifying glass.
Notebook labeled “Top Secret Pet Files.”
Leash or collar you hold up as “evidence.”
A stuffed animal sidekick who “assists with forensics.”
A small bag labeled “Emergency Kibble.”
A business card reading: PET DETECTIVE — Specialist in Missing Squeaky Toys.

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Various Insects (Ladybug, Bee, Butterfly, Ant, Dragonfly, & More)

What’s in Your Closet

Black leggings, shorts, or tights serve as the perfect base for nearly any insect. Pair them with a colored shirt that matches your bug type—red for ladybugs, yellow for bees, blue or purple for butterflies, or green for dragonflies. Anything fitted or sporty works well.

Around the House / DIY

Cardboard wings painted or colored with markers make instant bug magic.
Use pipe cleaners wrapped around a headband to make antennae.
Cut circles, stripes, or shapes from construction paper and tape them to your shirt for insect markings.
Add sheer fabric or mesh for delicate wings.
Stick googly eyes onto glasses, hats, or props for extra charm.

🐞 LADYBUG

Quirks / How to Act

Be cheerful, friendly, and oddly lucky—announce, “I bring good fortune!” often.
Flutter around politely, landing next to people and freeze like a startled bug.
Pretend to inspect leaves, cups, or décor for “aphids.”
Offer compliments like, “Cute outfit! Very leaf-chic.”

Makeup & Hair

Red blush on cheeks, black eyeliner dots across the nose, red and black eyeshadow.

Accessories / Props

Red wings with black dots
Tiny fake leaves
A cute “lucky charm” trinket

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🐝 HONEY BEE OR BUMBLEBEE

Quirks / How to Act

Buzz constantly under your breath.
Hover near snacks and dramatically “pollinate” cups or desserts by tapping them.
Get protective of “your hive” (your snack station or group of friends).
Do a little “waggle dance” whenever someone asks you for directions.

Makeup & Hair

Yellow eyeshadow, black eyeliner stripes, golden glitter, optional honey-drip makeup.

Accessories / Props

Striped shirt or tape stripes to clothing
Black wings or soft cotton wings
Tiny honey jar
Flower prop to “collect nectar”

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🦋 BUTTERFLY

Quirks / How to Act

Move gracefully and sway your arms like delicate wings.
Land dramatically on furniture edges and freeze like a real butterfly.
Admire “flowers” (any colorful objects).
Be whimsical, dreamy, and floaty.

Makeup & Hair

Pastel or neon eyeshadow, winged eyeliner (pun intended), rhinestones or glitter.
Hair in soft curls or a half-up style with small flower clips.

Accessories / Props

Big painted wings (cardboard or mesh)
A flower crown
A net (as the “escaped butterfly”)

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🐜 ANT (Worker Ant or Soldier Ant)

Quirks / How to Act

March everywhere in a straight line.
Pretend you’re carrying heavy things—even napkins or coasters.
Refer to the host as “the Queen.”
Communicate using overly intense antenna taps (just mime it).
Take snacks and call them “supplies for the colony.”

Makeup & Hair

Black or brown eyeshadow, strong eyeliner, cute dots near your temples.

Accessories / Props

Cardboard “mandibles”
Backpack or small bucket labeled “colony supplies”
Little antennae

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🪰 DRAGONFLY

Quirks / How to Act

Zip around quickly with sudden stops, looking alert and curious.
Hover near lights like you're mesmerized.
Claim you’re “the fastest flyer in the garden.”

Makeup & Hair

Shimmery blue or green eyeshadow, iridescent glitter, metallic lipstick.

Accessories / Props

Long, translucent wings
Shiny blue or teal shirt
Reflective sunglasses

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🐛 EXTRA: CATERPILLAR

Quirks / How to Act

Move slowly and dramatically bend in segments.
Act constantly hungry—especially for leaves (green napkins count).
Talk about your “big upcoming transformation.”

Makeup & Hair

Green or striped face accents, cute dots, rosy cheeks.

Accessories / Props

Striped scarf
Green hoodie
Cocoon blanket (for dramatic entrances)

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General Accessories / Props (All Bugs)

Accessories / Props

Toy bug net
Small jars labeled “specimens”
Leaves, flowers, or plants
Glow sticks for firefly versions
Cardboard magnifying glass
Glitter “dust” for butterflies
Fake flowers for bees​​

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