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Jessica Claire
  • Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94105 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK
  • H: (555) 432-1000
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Summary

Accomplished Professional Pet Stylist with years of progressive pet care experience as practitioner. Hands-on expert at delivering styles and grooms that delight clients and fits pets perfectly. Known in animal-care professional community and committed to best practices to boost revenue opportunities among pet services clientele. 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. Honest and hardworking with talents in effectively handling temperamental animals and customizing play sessions. Willing to pitch in and help whenever and wherever needed. 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. Strategic thinker.Committed to identifying and leveraging opportunities for growth.

Skills
  • Knowledge of cutting methods
  • Animal health understanding
  • Animal behavior knowledge
  • Animal interaction
  • Muzzles and restraints
  • Safety precautions and measures
  • Dog behavior expertise
  • Grooming and bathing
  • Breed and species knowledge
  • Supervision
  • Customer service
  • Administrative support
  • Business operations
  • Inventory management
  • Relationship development
  • Problem resolution
  • Planning and coordination
  • Communications
Experience
Professional Pet Stylist, 10/2018 - 04/2020
Petco Grapevine, TX,
  • Groomed pets by brushing, bathing, coat fluffing, nail filing and clipping, ear cleaning and gland expression and exhibited exceptional hand-scissoring skills.
  • Identified and addressed difficult pet or owner challenges with professional demeanor.
  • Assessed incoming pets, observed coat conditions and recommended shave-down, dematting or other services to perfectly fit breed standards.
  • Performed various pet styling and grooming services while guiding work of two associate pet care practitioners.
  • Greeted and checked clients in and out and kept salon schedule flowing day-to-day.
  • Answered multiple line phone system for facility and responded to questions regarding pricing and services.
  • 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.
  • Prepared food and formulas to meet individual needs of animals under care with safe and nutritious meals.
  • Developed long-term relationships with clients and bonded with animals through regular contact.
  • Washed, groomed and trimmed each animal to enhance coat health.
  • Refilled shampoo bottles, sanitized clippers, combs and brushes and placed clean towels at each station following shift completion.
  • Assisted grooming staff with nail clipping, fur blow drying and combing out matted fur during high-volume periods, including holidays.
Professional Bather, 10/2013 - 05/2016
Alice Holt City, STATE,
  • 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.
  • Answered phone lines
  • Washed, groomed and trimmed each animal to enhance coat health.
  • Cleaned and disinfected kennels and common areas to reduce spread of illness from infected animals.
  • Refilled shampoo bottles combs and brushes and placed clean towels at each station following shift completion.
  • Monitored animals during group play sessions, checking for signs of aggressive or fearful behavior and to prevent biting among dogs.
  • Met with pet owners, explained lodging, grooming and daily care services and cross-sold specialty products like bows, ribbons, pet toys and treats.
  • Pitched in with laundry duties, including washing, drying and folding towels during busy periods, ensuring consistent workflow.
  • Developed long-term relationships with clients and bonded with animals through regular contact.
  • Reviewed inventory levels during shifts and placed orders to replenish supplies, including shampoo, canine toothpaste and styptic powder.
  • Prepared food and formulas to meet individual needs of animals under care with safe and nutritious meals.
  • Treated basic wellness issues such as superficial wounds and called in veterinarian assistance for more complex concerns.
  • Walked animals outside for potty breaks per shift to avoid accidents in play areas and on bedding.
  • Walked overdogs of varying sizes at one time while enforcing each dog's good behavior and walking manners.
  • Delivered consistent customer service to pet owners, effectively increasing repeat business.
Professional Bather, 01/2009 - 03/2013
U Dirty Dog City, STATE,
  • Removed animal waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas, placing in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
  • Laundered soiled animal bedding immediately to reduce infection using appropriate chemicals.
  • Washed, groomed and trimmed each animal to enhance coat health.
  • Refilled shampoo bottles and placed clean towels at each station
  • Monitored animals during group play sessions, checking for signs of aggressive or fearful behavior and to prevent biting among dogs.
  • Met with pet owners, explained lodging, grooming and daily care services and cross-sold specialty products like bows, ribbons, pet toys and treats.
  • Unloaded and organized supplies and product inventory to maximize team efficiency.
  • Pitched in with laundry duties, including washing, drying and folding towels during busy periods, ensuring consistent workflow.
  • Developed long-term relationships with clients and bonded with animals through regular contact.
  • Assisted grooming staff with nail clipping, fur blow drying and combing out matted fur during high-volume periods, including holidays.
Education and Training
High School Diploma: , Expected in 06/2009
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Land O' Lakes High School - Land O' Lakes, FL
GPA:
Status -

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School Attended

  • Land O' Lakes High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Professional Pet Stylist
  • Professional Bather
  • Professional Bather

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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