Allison Romanski
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
I am a highly organized and detailed animal caretaker with experience in the field for 7 years whose main goal is to provide excellent care for animals. I have a strong passion for animal care and a meticulous work ethic. My experience includes monitoring animal behavior and health, providing enrichment, and ensuring clean and sanitary conditions. I am committed to upholding the highest standards of animal care and am passionate about providing compassionate and loving care for all animals. I am a dependable candidate with a cheerful outlook and a willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Cattery Lead
Paws For Life
02.2023 - 09.2024
- Company Overview: Fear Free Shelter Course
- Cat intakes
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs
- Took care of 35+ cats
- Cat Food Inventory
- Brushed cats and dogs, & trimmed cat’s and dog’s nails
- Collected and documented animal information such as weight, size, physical condition, and food intake
- Developed proper animal care procedures and protocols in shelter environments
- Reported signs of illness, injury, or unusual activity to technicians and management
- Assisted technicians with medications or restraints for blood draws
- Unpacking, labeling, stocking supplies and donations
- Provided training for employees and volunteers
- Assisted clients with animal visitations and informed them of all necessary vaccinations, microchips, and medications
- Helped potential adopters select appropriate animals based upon needs and requirements
- Provided daily feeding/watering for animals
- Maintained positive relationships with coworkers
- Maintained animal shelter including kennels, cages, washed dishes, laundry
- Transported cats & dogs to and from doctor visits, grooming
- Fear Free Shelter Course
Dog Daycare Attendant/ Kennel Technician
Dog Gone Resort and Kennels
08.2019 - 01.2023
- Monitored large and small dog play groups
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs
- Assisted customers by providing information about dog daycare rates and packages and other pet related issues
- Bathed dogs of all sizes and breeds
- Achieve detailed grooming including eye care, cleaning wrinkles, applying bows and bandanas, trimming nails, blow drying and combing out dogs
- Set up grooming appointments over the phone and at the front desk
- Cleaned and sanitized equipment including towels, tub, brushes, and clippers
- Maintained cleanliness of facility by performing cleaning duties such as sanitizing the yards, kennels, beds, blankets, water, and food bowls daily
- Ensured a positive customer experience by communication when dogs went home from daycare and boarding and grooming
- Helped with dog transportation to and from dog daycare and boarding
- Administered medications and kept appropriate records
- Addressed behavioral issues with pet parents and pet management
- Answered phone calls and made reservations for boarding, grooming and daycare
- Identified animal health concerns and reported them to Management
- Checked clients in and out for daycare, boarding and grooming
- Worked opening and closing the facility
- Developed long-term relationships with clients and bonded with animals through regular contact
- Assisted Manager with dog daycare introductions for all breeds
- Worked with 30 animals each day while the dogs were boarding and there for daycare
- Reduced the risk of accidents by closely supervising play areas and promptly addressing any signs of aggression or distress in dogs.
- Improved dog socialization by closely monitoring playtime and encouraging positive interactions among dogs.
- Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
- Ensured timely feeding schedules were maintained for all dogs within the facility according to owner-provided instructions.
Apparel Sales Associate
Walmart
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Guided 20+ customers in choosing items which reflect their personal styles
- Monitored fitting rooms for customers
- Start and finish projects when assigned from Department Managers
- Retrieve alternative items and sizes for customers on sales floor or backroom
- Built and maintained effective relations with peers and upper Management
- Reset floor plans, apparel walls, and set modulars
- Organized and put up returns and bin overstock in the backroom where it belongs
- Stocked shelves, racks, and tables with new merchandise
- Stamped, attached, and changed price tags on merchandise when things went on clearance
- Kept the sales floor clean and organized & returned clothes where they belong
- Enhanced store reputation by maintaining a clean, organized, and visually appealing sales floor.
- Provided expert advice on sizing, fit, materials, and care instructions for various apparel items.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
- Assisted visual merchandising efforts by updating window displays or mannequins in line with seasonal themes or trends.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
Volunteer
Pueblo Animal Services
10.2013 - 01.2017
- Picked up and threw away animal waste produced in spaces
- Reported any concerning issues with the dogs that i worked with
- Kept laundry going throughout the day, made Kong’s and sanitized water and food dishes
- Took the 10+ dogs outside to play and walk so that the dogs could get some exercise away from their kennel
- Provided companionship to all animals in the shelter
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Supported animal welfare, caring for animals and facilitating adoption events.
Education
Vet Assistant -
Penn Foster College
Scottsdale, AZ03.2025
High School -
Pueblo West High School
Pueblo West, CO01.2015
Skills
- Animal Safety & Welfare
- Animal Enrichment & Feeding
- Animal Handling/Restraint
- Cleaning & Sanitation
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working with clients, staff, and animals
- Fear Free shelter Course
- Grooming & Bathing
- Knowledge of Animal Behavior and Nutrition
- Cleaning & Sanitation
- Record keeping and documentation
- Willingness to learn
Timeline
Cattery Lead
Paws For Life
02.2023 - 09.2024
Dog Daycare Attendant/ Kennel Technician
Dog Gone Resort and Kennels
08.2019 - 01.2023
Apparel Sales Associate
Walmart
01.2015 - 01.2019
Volunteer
Pueblo Animal Services
10.2013 - 01.2017
Vet Assistant -
Penn Foster College
High School -
Pueblo West High School
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