Animal Science student with history of delivering exceptional care to animals in various settings. Passionately promotes health and optimal wellness by providing proper husbandry and education. Careful to observe animals and communicate concerns to help optimize care.
Skills
Hard working
Fast learner
Great communication skills
Integrity
Computer skills (Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Google Drive, Docs, Slides)
Honest
Adaptability
Money handling
Work History
05/2019 to 04/2022
Aquatics SpecialistPeabody Essex Museum – Salem, MA,
Performed cashier duties and efficient money handling
Assisted customers on the sales floor
Assisted with personalized pet food recommendations
Sales of multiple products, including but not limited to dog and cat food, over the counter medication, animal habitats, and live animals
Reptile and aquatics specialist for all fish tanks and reptile stock
Performed merchandise operations such as putting up and pulling tags, fixing planograms, and overnight stocking
Responsible for cleaning animal enclosures for animals both in the back room and out on the sales floor
Administering medications for sick and quarantined animals with caution and proper sanitation practices
Handling and showing various animals and reptiles safely and with proper sanitation practices
Catching and bagging salt and freshwater aquatic life for customers, while also educating about proper fish keeping and water chemistry practices
Responsible for testing water chemical levels and parameters, and making husbandry changes to reflect proper fish keeping
08/2021 to 01/2022
StablehandTrustmark Insurance – Beaumont, TX,
Kept animal coats clean and healthy with regular washing, grooming and trimming
Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs
Maintained saddles, bridles and riding gear and helped fit items to specific horses
Administered horse medication and necessary special care when needed
Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries or potential diseases
Worked with stable hands to clean stables and riding areas
Maintained safety procedures and practices
Prepared horses for specific competitions or tasks
Fit gear for horses and specific riders
Used disinfectant solutions, brushes and shovels to thoroughly clean stalls, pumps and equipment
Groomed 4 horses per hour to prepare for exhibitions and general usage
Taught horse center guests basic horse riding and care techniques during tours and guest visits
01/2018 to 08/2018
Sales AssociatePetco – City, STATE,
Helped customers find specific items and picked custom outfits
Dressed and updated store mannequins
Operated fitting rooms, regulated items going in and out
Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise
Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers
Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for store merchandise
01/2015 to 01/2018
Adoption Day Staff MemberW.k. Kellogg Arabian Horse Center – City, STATE,
Set up and broke down Adoption Day every Saturday at Petco Temecula
Walked, fed, and entertained dogs
Kept water bowls filled and kennels clean
Introduced dogs to potential families and adopters
Carried and set up small to large size crates, tables, and chairs
Loaded and unloaded van with supplies (towels, blankets, toys, water bowls, the dogs, bandanas)
Communicated with customers and demonstrated excellent customer service by answering questions about the dogs, vaccinations, and foster care
Kept work areas clean, organized and safe to promote efficiency and team safety
Education
Expected in 05/2023 to to
Bachelor of Science: Animal Science California State Polytechnic University, Pomona - Pomona, GPA:
Member of CPP Horsemanship Club
Elected as Captain for CPP Horsemanship Club in 2021
Relevant coursework:
AG1010 - Agriculture & The Modern World
AG4010 - Ethical Issues in Food, Agricultural and Apparel Industries
AHS3305 - Parasitology and Infectious Diseases
AHS3305L - Parasitology and Infectious Diseases Laboratory
AVS1000 - Orientation to Animal & Veterinary Sciences (1)
AVS1112 - Food Animal Production
AVS1113 - Companion, Laboratory and Exotic Animal Care
AVS1114L - Food Animal Production Laboratory
AVS1115L - Companion Animal Management Laboratory
AVS2101 - Fundamentals of Animal Nutrition
AVS2101L - Fundamentals of Animal Nutrition Laboratory
AVS3305 - Animal Genetics
AVS3311 - Animal Industry and Society
AVS3333 - Canine and Feline Compendium
AVS3350 - Anatomy and Physiology
AVS3350L - Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory
CHM1210 - General Chemistry I
CHM1210L - General Chemistry Laboratory I
CHM1220 - General Chemistry II
CHM1220L - General Chemistry Laboratory I
MAT 1050 - College Algebra
STA1200 - Statistics with Applications
BI01210 - Foundations of Biology: Energy, Matter, and Information
BI01210L - Foundations of Biology: Energy, Matter, and Information Laboratory
BI01220 - Foundations of Biology: Evolution, Ecology, and Biodiversity
BI01220L - Foundations of Biology: Evolution, Ecology, and Biodiversity Laboratory
CHM3140 - Organic Chemistry I
CHM3140L - Organic Chemistry Laboratory I
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