Angel Finley
El Paso,TX
Summary
Reliable Dog Groomer known for handling temperamental animals with relative ease and gentleness. Create individualized play sessions for high energy dogs. Willing to take on additional shifts while providing great care to animals. Patient and persistent Groomer with substantial knowledge of all dog breeds. Working independently with minimal supervision. Expert with over 1 years of experience in pet grooming industry. Committed to providing professional and hygienic grooming environment for pets and owners.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Dog Groomer and Boarding
Various People Within The Community
El Paso, Texas
08.2021 - Current
- Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
- Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
- Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email and text.
- Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence by securing yard gates and removing items that could make pets sick.
- Helped treat animal skin and eyes with ointments and other medications.
- Supported optimal animal health and comfort with frequent bedding changes.
- Organized picking up and dropping off animals at client locations.
- Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
- Collected animal waste produced on walks and discarded in trash or approved receptacles.
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards and grooming areas neat and clean.
- Washed, trimmed and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
- Maintained animal health and wellbeing by brushing coat, trimming nails, cleaning ears and providing other types of basic care.
- Followed effective process for bathing and grooming dogs to remove dirt, loose hair, parasites and hair mats.
- Managed facility laundry, cleaning and restocking.
- Carefully clipped nails and trimmed hair around pads and paws, using gentle approach for anxious pets.
- Met with clients to discuss cut and style preferences prior to caring for animals.
- Cared for sick or injured animals by seeking out veterinary care and notifying owners.
- Swabbed ears to remove wax and dirt, removing extra hair to allow air to circulate freely and avoid infection.
- Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries or potential diseases.
- Worked with more than 4 + animals each day to provide skilled bathing and grooming services.
- Maintained and updated daily log of time spent with dogs for calculating payments, itemizing activities and services provided.
- Restocked supplies and rotated items to maintain efficient operations and prevent expiration of perishable goods.
- Managed inventory ordered new supplies and maintained optimal storage to meet expected needs.
- Performed basic wound care and other medical aid, working with veterinarians to handle advanced cases.
- Handled administrative work such as answering telephones and scheduling appointments for visits.
- Performed pet intake to gain necessary information concerning health, behaviors, potential allergies and other details to provide complete records and methods of owner contact.
- Documented animals' weight, size and condition in computer system for review by senior staff.
- Consulted with veterinarians to diagnose problems and administered prescribed treatments.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs and determined special needs of animals under care.
Education
High School Diploma -
American Kennel Club
101 Park Avenue, New York, N.Y.08.2025
High School Diploma -
Socorro Independent School
El Paso Texas08.2025
Skills
- Animal Grooming
- Grooming Area Sanitation
- Appointment Scheduling
- Tick Removal
- Canine Anatomy
- Basic Animal Care
- Wound Care
- Human and Animal Safety
- First Aid and Immunizations
Additional Information
I am Bilingual in English as my primary language and Spanish as my secondary.
5 year plan is to be recognized by the State as a licensed Veterinary Technician.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Dog Groomer and Boarding
Various People Within The Community
08.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
American Kennel Club
High School Diploma -
Socorro Independent School
Fishing, camping, cycling, metal working, arts and crafts
I enjoy the outdoors as a way of finding balance and Harmony within my work schedule to offset the stresses.
Fishing, camping, cycling, metal working, arts and crafts
I enjoy the outdoors as a way of finding balance and Harmony within my work schedule to offset the stresses.
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