Brooklyn O'Brien
Georgetown,TX
Summary
Eager and always willing to assist fellow employees with job tasks. Handles various duties and assignments. Accustomed to multitasking and working quickly to meet challenging demands. Considered hardworking, reliable, committed and compassionate, providing quality care for animals. Proficient in animal safety protocols and possesses excellent communication and customer service skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Kennel Technician
Ponderosa Pet Resort
05.2019 - 09.2021
- Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards.
- Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
- Collected animal waste produced on walks and discarded in trash or approved receptacles.
- Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
- Recorded dogs' intake and output, physical condition and behavior for updated kennel logs.
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
- Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
- Prepared and administered medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarian.
Kennel Technician
Zoot Pet Hospital And Luxury Boarding
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards.
- Trained new staff on kennel maintenance, animal care and feeding protocols.
- Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
- Collected animal waste produced on walks and discarded in trash or approved receptacles.
- Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
- Recorded dogs' intake and output, physical condition and behavior for updated kennel logs.
- Led basic obedience training with dogs to promote positive, healthy behaviors.
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
- Documented animals' weight, size and condition in computer system for review by senior staff.
Day School Trainer and Kennel Technician
Shady Acres Pet Ranch
07.2023 - Current
- Consulted with owners to discuss behavioral concerns and determine final goals.
- Maintained clean training arena for group classes.
- Instructed dogs on basic obedience commands using different techniques to match dogs' drives for reward.
- Evaluated animals to determine temperaments, abilities and aptitude for training.
- Employed positive reinforcement with animals using proven methods including voice rewards and food rewards.
- Watched dogs for triggers, signs of aggression and pack behaviors to formulate possible solutions.
- Worked individually with dogs on track for higher-level certifications in obedience and show performance.
- Monitored animal health, attention and behavior during day school sessions.
- Trained animals to respond to specific cues
- Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
- Collected animal waste produced on walks and discarded in trash or approved receptacles.
- Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
- Performed basic wound care and other medical aid, working with veterinarians to handle advanced cases.
- Recorded dogs' intake and output, physical condition and behavior for updated behavior logs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Texas Virtual Academy At Hallsville
Hallsville, TX06.2023
Skills
- Positive Reinforcement Methods for pets
- Effective Listening
- Wound Treatment
- Health and Wellbeing
- Vaccination Administration
- Dietary Needs and Restrictions
Timeline
Day School Trainer and Kennel Technician
Shady Acres Pet Ranch
07.2023 - Current
Kennel Technician
Zoot Pet Hospital And Luxury Boarding
06.2022 - 07.2023
Kennel Technician
Ponderosa Pet Resort
05.2019 - 09.2021
High School Diploma -
Texas Virtual Academy At Hallsville
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