Allison Tharp
Lafayette,IN
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Kennel Technician
The Farm At Flint Creek
Westpoint, IN
10.2023 - Current
- Maintain a clean and sanitary kennel environment through daily cleaning tasks, ensuring the comfort and well being of all animals
- Enhance animal socialization skills through daily interaction and playtime activities
- Implement efficient feeding schedules, ensuring all animals received proper nutrition on a timely basis
- Perform pet intake to gain necessary information concerning health, behaviors, potential allergies, and other details to provide complete records and methods of owner contact
Self-Employed
Dog Sitting
Lafayette, IN
06.2019 - Current
- Adhere to multiple pet care plans, medication requirements, and dietary restrictions while contributing to care
- Offer animals ample exercise opportunities through walks and activities 3-4 times per day
- Give animals proper attention to promoting a secure environment in the owner's absence daily
- Maintain seamless communication to inform pet owners of pet status via text, email, and phone daily
- Maintain animal health by keeping all areas clean, neat, and properly sanitized daily
Kennel Attendant
Dogwood Kennels
Lafayette, IN
06.2019 - 08.2021
- Demonstrated a strong commitment to animal care by working flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
- Assisted in the training of new staff members by sharing knowledge and expertise in kennel operations and animal care procedures
- Developed strong relationships with clients by effectively communicating updates on their pets'' stay at the facility
- Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health And Wellness
Purdue University Global
05-2022
Skills
- Animal Attentiveness
- Medication Administration
- Client Focused
- Reliability
- Organization
- Interpersonal Skills
- Communication
- Time Management
- Adaptability
Timeline
Kennel Technician
The Farm At Flint Creek
10.2023 - Current
Self-Employed
Dog Sitting
06.2019 - Current
Kennel Attendant
Dogwood Kennels
06.2019 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Health And Wellness
Purdue University Global