Ashley Hennessey
Seymour,CT
Summary
Highly motivated student and worker with a great desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively, unsupervised, and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Wildlife Rehabilitation Intern
SPCA Wildlife Rehabilitation
Largo, Florida
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Rescued wildlife in need, treated animal injuries and diseases, and studied sickness transmission.
- Collaborated with veterinarians for medical treatment and rehabilitation protocols.
- Conducted assessments of animal health and behavior during intake procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of rescued animals and their treatment plans.
- Performed daily feeding, watering, and cleaning of animal enclosures.
Farm Manager
Harriet Grannick
Newtown, CT
06.2019 - 01.2023
- Monitored horses' health and temperament for signs of injury and illness.
- Fed and provided water for horses, followed special diets, and administered regular medication schedules.
- Prepared miniature horses for carriage drives by grooming, bathing, and harnessing.
- Performed transplanting, cultivating, trimming, fertilization, and pruning tasks.
- Cared for the grounds by mulching, aerating, and edging around flower beds and walkways.
Companion Pet Rescue Kennel Manager
Kristen Zawatski
Southbury, CT
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Restrained and stabilized dogs for veterinarians during state health evaluations in order to prevent injuries.
- Cared for sick dogs after vet examinations by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Demonstrated responsibility by following orders from the veterinarian and administering medication to the dogs as needed.
- Delegated work to volunteers and staff, setting priorities, and daily goals.
- Maintained professionalism while working closely with the president of the rescue, providing daily updates on the overall well-being of the dogs.
Companion Pet Rescue Volunteer
Kristen Zawatski
Southbury, CT
06.2009 - 05.2022
- Helped potential adopters select appropriate dog(s) based on needs and requirements, by communicating effectively.
- Fostered and found homes for over 600 dogs by training them, providing care, and advocating for them at weekly adoption events.
- Performed maintenance duties such as feeding, grooming, and cleaning enclosures.
- Provided exercise and stimulation through varied walking routes and playtime.
- Assisted a mother foster dog with the whelping process and raised nine puppies while monitoring their overall health.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Animal & Environmental Studies
Eckerd College
St. Petersburg, FL05.2025
High School Diploma -
Nonnewaug High School
Woodbury, CT06.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Marine Science
Coastal Carolina University
Conway, SCSkills
- Team leadership
- Problem resolution
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Verbal communication
- Organizational skills
- Animal husbandry
Activities
- Eckerd College Women's Rugby
- Love Blue Inc. ocean cleanup member
- Coastal Carolina Shark Club
- Coastal Carolina Women's Club Basketball
- Coastal Carolina Women's Rugby
Accomplishments
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification (2024)
- Coastal Carolina University President's List (2021)
- Greenhand FFA Degree (2019)
Coursework
- Wildlife Health (2025)
- Animal Behavior (2024)
- Wild Cat Science (2024)
- Wetland Environments (2024)
- Global Animal Studies (2023)
- Biological Oceanography (2022)
- Marine Geology (2021)
- Companion Animal Science (2021)
- Behavior and Training of Domestic Animals (2020)
Hobbies and Interests
- Photography
- Travel
- Surfing
- Painting
- Snorkeling
- Hiking
Timeline
Wildlife Rehabilitation Intern
SPCA Wildlife Rehabilitation
02.2025 - 05.2025
Companion Pet Rescue Kennel Manager
Kristen Zawatski
05.2022 - 12.2022
Farm Manager
Harriet Grannick
06.2019 - 01.2023
Companion Pet Rescue Volunteer
Kristen Zawatski
06.2009 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Animal & Environmental Studies
Eckerd College
High School Diploma -
Nonnewaug High School
Some College (No Degree) - Marine Science
Coastal Carolina University