Kennel Assistant Resume Example Heartland Animal Clinic P.A

KENNEL ASSISTANT

Summary

Hard-working Caretaker diligent about handling all facets of animal care to promote health and wellness. Feed, water and groom animals on regular schedule, as well as provide exercise and positive attention to boost happiness. Passionate about animal welfare.

Responsible and dedicated animal care professional with proven abilities in cleaning cages, managing supplies and meeting animal needs by leveraging compassionate nature and love for every creature. Offering excellent time management, multitasking and organizational skills.

Skills

Disease surveillance
State and regional laws
Recording and charting procedures
Adaptable and flexible
Patient and reliable
Preventative treatment planning
Explaining treatment
Coaching and training techniques
Muzzles and restraints
Safe animal restraints

Preventative care and treatment
Animal shelter volunteer
Customer service skills
Client education
Monitoring recovery
Maintaining treatment notes
Administering first aid
Gentle and caring
Recommending treatments

Experience

07/2017 - 08/2017Heartland Animal Clinic P.AKansas City, KS

Kennel Assistant

Prepared food and formulas to meet individual needs of animals under care with safe and nutritious meals.
Followed consistent safety procedures, including maintaining visible pet identification and checking tags to minimize care errors.
Collected and documented animal information such as weight, size, physical condition and food intake.
Stayed on top of housekeeping requirements such as laundry, sweeping and disinfection during slow periods.
Observed animals and conducted examinations to identify signs of injury, illness or disease.
Bathed animals to remove dust, debris or contaminants and maintain wellbeing.
Monitored safety and security of every animal to prevent injuries from other animals or environmental hazards.
Picked up dog waste using bags to dispose of properly.
Sanitized floors and other surfaces to provide sterile environment.
Pitched in with laundry duties, including washing, drying and folding towels during busy periods, ensuring consistent workflow.
Supported animal health by keeping all areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.
Removed animal waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas, placing in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
Washed animals' food and water bowls.
Replaced soft fabric items such as blankets by running washing machine to provide fresh laundry.
Administered medications to animals with meals or treats.
Scooped and replaced cat litter and swept stray pieces of litter.
Fed and refreshed water for animals staying in kennels on regular eating schedules.
Sprayed down and applied cleaning solutions to animal cages to remove waste and dirt.

02/2015 - 06/2015PetSmartKansas City, KS

Dog Groomer/Professional Bather

Washed, groomed and trimmed each animal to enhance coat health.
Observed animals and conducted examinations to identify signs of injury, illness or disease.
Unloaded and organized supplies and product inventory to maximize team efficiency.
Supported animal health by keeping all areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.
Met with pet owners, explained lodging, grooming and daily care services and cross-sold specialty products like bows, ribbons, pet toys and treats.
Refilled shampoo bottles, sanitized clippers, combs and brushes and placed clean towels at each station following shift completion.
Completed owner paperwork and obtained all necessary information, including possible allergies, potential aggressive behavior, preferred food type and owner contact details.
Bathed approximately 8 animals per 8-hour shift.
Calculated payments by keeping accurate daily log of time spent with dogs, detailing activities and services provided.
Developed long-term relationships with clients and bonded with animals through regular contact.
Cleaned and disinfected kennels and common areas to reduce spread of illness from infected animals.
Assisted grooming staff with nail clipping, fur blow drying and combing out matted fur during high-volume periods, including holidays.

11/2013 - 09/2014PetlandKansas City, KS

Kennel Technician Lead

Supported animal health by keeping all areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.
Maintained clean and orderly play yards, kennels and cages.
Monitored safety and security of every animal to prevent injuries from other animals or environmental hazards.
Followed consistent safety procedures, including maintaining visible pet identification and checking tags to minimize care errors.
Stayed on top of housekeeping requirements such as laundry, sweeping and disinfection during slow periods.
Prepared food and formulas to meet individual needs of animals under care with safe and nutritious meals.
Unloaded and organized supplies and product inventory to maximize team efficiency.
Refilled shampoo bottles, sanitized clippers, combs and brushes and placed clean towels at each station following shift completion.
Met with pet owners, explained lodging, grooming and daily care services and cross-sold specialty products like bows, ribbons, pet toys and treats.
Observed animals and conducted examinations to identify signs of injury, illness or disease.
Treated basic wellness issues such as superficial wounds and called in veterinarian assistance for more complex concerns.
Removed animal waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas, placing in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
Attended to sick or injured animals by securing veterinary care and notifying owners quickly of pet's condition.
Assisted grooming staff with nail clipping, fur blow drying and combing out matted fur during high-volume periods, including holidays.

Education and Training

05/2006Las Cruces, NM

High School DiplomaLas Cruces High School

04/2015Liberal, KS

Dog Grooming Certificate in Dog GroomingPetsmart Academy

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Heartland Animal Clinic P.A
PetSmart
Petland

School Attended

Las Cruces High School
Petsmart Academy

Job Titles Held:

Kennel Assistant
Dog Groomer/Professional Bather
Kennel Technician Lead

Degrees

High School Diploma
Dog Grooming Certificate in Dog Grooming

Kennel Assistant Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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