My father was a butcher my whole life. He slaughtered animals so prepare their meat for sale.
That's awesome!  Did he have to go to school for that, or did he learn it himself?
Some places want you to have a 3 year apprenticeship and then you can become a master butcher. My father learned from his father.
That's great that it is a family tradition!  Butchers have been around a long time, haven't they?
Yes it is an ancient trade that dates back to 1272 in england.
Holy cow!  That's a long time!  Are you planning to follow in your father's footsteps?
No, I couldn't imagine dressing the flesh of an animal. My older brother is though.
Good for him!  I love going to the butcher to pick out a tasty piece of beef!