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Rebecca "Rose" Cantu

Merritt Island

Summary

Reliable and hands-on animal care professional with experience in veterinary support, dog daycare, and grooming environments. Skilled in animal handling, behavior monitoring, medication administration, and kennel sanitation in high-volume settings. Committed to animal safety, cleanliness, and providing low-stress care for pets of all temperaments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Customer Service Representative

Lowe’s
Sylva, NC
07.2023 - 01.2024
  • Assisted customers with product selection and returns using POS systems
  • Coordinated with multiple departments to fulfill orders efficiently
  • Maintained organized work areas and upheld safety and cleanliness standards
  • Strengthened communication skills valuable in client-facing animal care roles

Dog Bather / Camp Counselor

Maple Tree Veterinary Hospital and Dog Camp
Waynesville, NC
08.2022 - 07.2023
  • Supervised and managed playgroups of up to 80 dogs daily
  • Monitored behavior and intervened to prevent conflicts and ensure safety
  • Administered medications and prepared individualized feeding schedules
  • Cleaned and sanitized 5–40 kennels daily to maintain health standards
  • Bathed 10–25 dogs per day and assisted with grooming services
  • Safely handled dogs of all sizes, breeds, and temperaments

Dog Groomer / Bather

Shaggy 2 Chic
Waynesville, NC
03.2022 - 08.2022
  • Bathed and prepped 15–25 dogs daily in a fast-paced grooming environment
  • Performed nail trims, ear cleaning, and coat preparation
  • Assisted with breed-specific cuts and grooming techniques
  • Maintained sanitary workstations and minimized stress for animals
  • Used proper restraint and handling to ensure safety

Food Service & Shift Leadership Roles
NC
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Worked in fast-paced, high-volume environments
  • Maintained strict cleanliness and sanitation standards
  • Demonstrated reliability, teamwork, and time management

Education

GED -

Cherry Grove Academy
OH

Skills

  • Animal Handling & Safe Restraint
  • Dog Behavior Monitoring
  • Medication Administration
  • Dog Grooming & Bathing
  • Animal Welfare & Safety
  • Feeding & Care Routines
  • High-Volume Animal Care
  • Attention to Detail
  • Customer service
  • Active listening
  • Critical thinking
  • Data entry

Certification

Food Handler Certification

Timeline

Customer Service Representative

Lowe’s
07.2023 - 01.2024

Dog Bather / Camp Counselor

Maple Tree Veterinary Hospital and Dog Camp
08.2022 - 07.2023

Dog Groomer / Bather

Shaggy 2 Chic
03.2022 - 08.2022

Food Service & Shift Leadership Roles
01.2020 - 01.2021

GED -

Cherry Grove Academy