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Prioritized animal safety and comfort at all times. Walked large dogs and restrained physically strong or aggressive dogs. Walked around 3 dogs each day, responding to each dog’s individual needs while keeping an eye on the whole group. Released animals to public for redemption or adoption. Collected and documented animal information such as weight, size, physical condition and food intake. Restrained animals during veterinary procedures.

Provided onsite training. Monitored multiple databases to keep track of all company inventory. Planned and executed daily walking, grooming, and feeding of many breeds of dogs. Vast hands-on experience of cleaning cages and keeping food/water plentiful. Assisted veterinarians in examining animals. Removed animal waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas, placing in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems. Corrected problem behaviors through understanding of Pack Dynamics, Canine Psychology and Positive Reward Based Training.

Assisted in handling of small, medium and large canines and felines. Provided direct care for animal patients in post-operative recovery, closely monitoring vital signs and progress. Assessed incoming patients arriving for scheduled appointments or on emergent bases to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area. Supervised waiting area, mopped floors, maintained boarding, hospital, isolation and kennel facilities.