BRITTANY GAGNON
Madison,CT
Summary
Compassionate Animal Welfare Advocate experienced in meeting diverse animal needs. Delivering care with empathy and dedication while managing multiple tasks effectively. Focused on gaining valuable experience within veterinary practice.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dog Walker & Sitter
Various Locations in CT
CT
01.2016 - Current
- Providing dog walking services for clients while managing organized schedule to ensure timely and reliable service
- Provide dog sitting services and care for dogs while owners were away
- Expanded client base by actively networking and promoting dog walking services within community
Livestock Caretaker
Client's Private Farm
Clinton, CT
07.2024 - 08.2025
- Provided for diverse animals, including dogs, cats, chickens, horses, and goats, ensuring their health and well-being
Bird Feeding Specialist
Wild Birds Unlimited
Old Saybrook, CT
01.2019 - 07.2024
- Trained as an expert on bird feeding, behavior and conservation
- Educated customers on wild bird species and habitats, enhancing their understanding and appreciation of avian conservation
- Maintained store website and produced engaging social media content to promote products and connect with bird feeding enthusiasts
- Ordered products and created purchase orders to ensure inventory availability and meet customer demand
- Operated point of sale system for payment transactions
- Assisted in onboarding new hires
Greenhouse Worker
Van Wilgen’s Garden Center
TOWN, CT
05.2014 - 08.2014
- Planted and watered diverse plant varieties to promote healthy growth
- Supported greenhouse operations by spacing plants and maintaining cleanliness for optimal organization
- Collaborated with team on best practices for plant care and educated customers on plant maintenance
- Helped design in-store displays to make products more appealing to customers
Camp Assistant
Bauer Park
Madison, CT
06.2012 - 08.2013
- Coordinated and executed engaging educational activities for campers, supporting head counselors in program delivery
- Supervised campers during recreational and educational programs
- Assisted in planning and organizing daily camp activities for children
- Integrated outdoor activities into nature lessons, fostering exploration and appreciation of wildlife among campers
- Coordinated with staff to ensure safety protocols were followed at all times
Docent
Mystic Aquarium
Mystic, CT
06.2008 - 08.2010
- Engaged audiences with interactive presentations on conservation efforts
- Researched and delivered presentations to educate the public on various marine mammals, enhancing community knowledge and engagement
- Shared insights on marine animals to promote awareness and understanding of species including beluga whales, stingrays, seals, sea lions, and penguins
- Guided visitors through exhibits, enhancing their understanding of marine life
- Facilitated educational programs for schools and community groups
Education
Bachelors of Science - Environmental Studies, Ecology, Conservation, & Sustainable Landscape Horticulture
University of Vermont
Burlington, VT01-2018
Skills
- Veterinary standards & procedures
- Animal restraint techniques
- Animal behavior
- Animal care
- Task prioritization
- Customer service
- Effective communication
- Professionalism
Certification
- Veterinary Assistant Certificate 2026
- CT State Middlesex, Middletown, CT
Interests
Animals, Nature, Wildlife Conservation, Horticulture, Livestock & Farming
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Livestock Caretaker
Client's Private Farm
07.2024 - 08.2025
Bird Feeding Specialist
Wild Birds Unlimited
01.2019 - 07.2024
Dog Walker & Sitter
Various Locations in CT
01.2016 - Current
Greenhouse Worker
Van Wilgen’s Garden Center
05.2014 - 08.2014
Camp Assistant
Bauer Park
06.2012 - 08.2013
Docent
Mystic Aquarium
06.2008 - 08.2010
Bachelors of Science - Environmental Studies, Ecology, Conservation, & Sustainable Landscape Horticulture
University of Vermont