Alexa Meyer
Belle Chasse,LA
Summary
Dedicated Kennel Assistant with proven expertise in animal care and customer service, honed at Zeus' Rescues and Pawlins. Skilled in managing challenging animal behaviors and fostering client relationships, demonstrating empathy for animals and dependability. Achieved a significant reduction in stress levels among boarded animals through meticulous care monitoring and effective communication.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Kennel Assistant
Zeus' Rescues
11.2022 - Current
- Stocked kennel and cleaning supplies to maintain proper inventory for daily performance.
- Assisted with grooming services such as bathing, brushing, nail trimming, and ear cleaning for improved pet hygiene and health.
- Managed challenging situations with distressed or aggressive animals using patience and appropriate restraint methods.
- Maintained detailed records of each animal''s care, including feeding schedules, exercise routines, and any special requirements.
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
- Maintained kennel cleanliness and hygiene, reducing the spread of disease and providing a comfortable environment for animals.
- Monitored animal behavior for signs of illness or distress, promptly reporting any concerns to management or veterinary staff.
- Monitored kennels for toy safety and removed choking hazards.
- Monitored animal playgroups for aggressive behaviors in order to maintain safety of pet participants.
- Enhanced animal care by administering medication, vaccinations, and maintaining medical records.
- Answered telephones and performed administrative duties to assist receptionist during busy periods.
- Assisted in the adoption process, helping to place animals in suitable homes.
Kennel Assistant
Pawlins
10.2021 - 09.2022
- Stocked kennel and cleaning supplies to maintain proper inventory for daily performance.
- Assisted with grooming services such as bathing, brushing, nail trimming, and ear cleaning for improved pet hygiene and health.
- Managed challenging situations with distressed or aggressive animals using patience and appropriate restraint methods.
- Maintained detailed records of each animal''s care, including feeding schedules, exercise routines, and any special requirements.
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
- Maintained kennel cleanliness and hygiene, reducing the spread of disease and providing a comfortable environment for animals.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through open communication and trust-building interactions during drop-off and pick-up times.
- Ensured safety of all animals through proper handling techniques and adherence to established protocols.
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
- Monitored animal behavior for signs of illness or distress, promptly reporting any concerns to management or veterinary staff.
- Completed animal intakes to board animals, labeling all home items and toys properly.
- Completed daily cleaning of kennels, cages and public areas using disease control protocol to provide sterile environment.
- Provided excellent customer service to pet owners, addressing questions and concerns regarding their pets'' stay at the kennel.
- Monitored kennels for toy safety and removed choking hazards.
- Monitored and maintained food and water of boarded animals according to animal dietary health guidelines.
- Administered care for animals and reported signs of illness, disease and injury to veterinarians.
- Educated clients about kennel services, policies, and procedures to ensure a smooth experience for both the pet and owner.
- Monitored animal playgroups for aggressive behaviors in order to maintain safety of pet participants.
- Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
Education
High School Diploma -
University View Academy
Online12.2020
Skills
- Animal Care
- Patience with Animals
- Empathy for Animals
- Animal Behavior
- Feeding animals
- Care Monitoring
- Honest and Dependable
- Customer Service
- Dependable and Responsible
- Animal Observations
- Feeding and Watering
- Medication Administration
- Meal Preparation
Timeline
Kennel Assistant
Zeus' Rescues
11.2022 - Current
Kennel Assistant
Pawlins
10.2021 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
University View Academy
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