Alex Healy
Venice,CA
Summary
Professional animal care worker prepared to excel in dynamic and fast-paced environment. Background includes managing groups of dogs, ensuring their safety, and providing individual attention as needed. Known for fostering collaborative team atmosphere and adapting to changing situations seamlessly. Possesses strong observation and communication skills, ensuring positive experience for both dogs and their owners.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Kennel Attendant
Neponset Animal Hospital
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Maintained a clean and sanitary kennel environment through daily cleaning tasks, ensuring the comfort and well-being of all animals.
- Monitored and maintained food and water of boarded animals according to animal dietary health guidelines.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive and compassionate service during pet drop-offs and pickups.
- Demonstrated a strong commitment to animal care by working flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Dog Daycare Attendant
Riverdog Daycare
01.2019 - Current
- Feeding, caring and cleaning-up of 30-40 dogs
- Running cash register and handling transactions
- Answering costumer phone calls and emails
- Opening and closing store and interacting with costumers at dog drop off and pick up
- Cleaning duties
Dog Handler/Runner
Wag n' World
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Feed, care and cleaning of 40 dogs
- Setting up in AM/PM
- Running dogs to and from clients
Seasonal Sales Associate
Party City
09.2018 - 10.2018
- Restocking merchandise
- Running cash register and handling transactions
- Providing quality customer service
Barn Manager
Fulshear Ranch
11.2017 - 02.2018
- Feeding and caring for 8 adult horses
- Trained and supervised team members in the barn
- Daily grooming of horses
- Supervising care of horses
Handler/Musher
Northern Exposure Outfitters
03.2011 - 03.2017
- Caring, grooming, and training of 25 dogs
- Participated in three 30-mile races as the lead musher for 6 dogs
- Helped with inventory and restocking store
Dog Walker/Pet Sitter
Rover.com
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Cleaned up after dogs and properly disposed of waste to keep community clean and free of potential hazards.
- Provided dogs with exercise and fresh air to promote dog health.
- Led dogs away from hazards, obstacles, and other animals to protect safety.
- Fed, walked, and cared for dogs during owners' absences and out-of-town trips.
Education
High School Diploma -
Eagle Hill
Hardwick, MA06.2015
Skills
- Leadership
- Animal Care
- Team Player
- Attention Detail
- Dog training experience
- Cleanliness and sanitation
- Animal body language
- Playtime supervision
Races
- Can-Am Crown Race, 13th out of 30, 03/01/15, Lead musher for a dog sledding team of 6 dogs. 30 mile race in snowy mountain terrain
- Can-Am Crown Race, 5th out of 8, 03/01/14, Lead musher for a dog sledding team of 8 dogs. 60 mile race in snowy mountain terrain
Timeline
Dog Walker/Pet Sitter
Rover.com
10.2023 - 02.2024
Kennel Attendant
Neponset Animal Hospital
01.2023 - 05.2023
Dog Handler/Runner
Wag n' World
01.2020 - 05.2021
Dog Daycare Attendant
Riverdog Daycare
01.2019 - Current
Seasonal Sales Associate
Party City
09.2018 - 10.2018
Barn Manager
Fulshear Ranch
11.2017 - 02.2018
Handler/Musher
Northern Exposure Outfitters
03.2011 - 03.2017
High School Diploma -
Eagle Hill