Catherine Mack
Animal Care provider
Chugiak,United States
Summary
Professional animal care specialist with strong background in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and animal welfare. Proven ability to work collaboratively in team settings and adapt to changing needs. Skilled in handling, feeding, and monitoring animals, ensuring safe and comfortable environment. Reliable and results-focused, consistently delivering quality care and support.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Kennel Technician
Peters Creek Pet Boarding
Chugiak, AK
08.2023 - Current
- Manage feeding and medication schedules for 30-40 pets a day, ensuring adherence to owner specifications.
- Maintain detailed records of pet care and behavior, promptly addressing any issues with owners.
- Supervise group play sessions, ensuring safe interactions and comfort for all dogs.
- Coordinate client bookings, create profiles, and maintain accurate records.
- Deliver exceptional customer service, enhancing client satisfaction and loyalty.
- Implement efficient cleaning processes to reduce turnaround time between boarding stays.
Animal Care Specialist
Reindeer Farm
Palmer, AK
03.2025 - 08.2025
- Delivered comprehensive daily care and nutrition for diverse livestock, ensuring overall health and welfare standards were met.
- Maintained clean and safe animal habitats for over 20 animals, adhering to established safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline feeding schedules for efficiency.
- Managed daily feeding schedules, adjusting diet plans as needed based on individual nutritional requirements and health concerns.
- Monitored animal behavior and health of over 120 animals, reporting concerns to veterinary staff promptly.
- Assisted in training sessions for new staff on animal handling best practices.
- Contributed to development and enhancement of enclosure facilities to support wildlife conservation efforts.
Kennel Technician
VCA Eagle River
Eagle River, AK
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Ensured optimal animal care at VCA Eagle River Animal hospital, maintaining 20 clean kennels as well as play spaces and yards while providing attentive support to the dogs.
- Maintained kennel cleanliness and hygiene standards. Implemented efficient cleaning protocols, minimizing health risks for the dogs in my care.
- Provided compassionate support to anxious and high energy dogs, developing tailored strategies with co-workers to ease their stress.
- Initiated enrichment activities for kenneled dogs, helping boost their mental stimulation and physical exercise.
- Assisted in administering medications and monitoring health of animals post-treatment.
- Facilitated bathing sessions to promote personal care and well-being.
Kennel Technician
VCA East Anchorage
Anchorage
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Ensured optimal care for animals, maintained clean facilities, and assisted veterinary staff. Developed strong multitasking skills and attention to detail.
- Streamlined kennel operations, reducing daily cleaning time while improving hygiene standards. Implemented efficient feeding schedules.
- Provided compassionate care to stressed animals, collaborating with Vet team to create a calming environment.
- Meticulously monitored animal health, promptly reporting concerns to veterinarians. Maintained accurate records of feeding, medication, and behavior patterns.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Medicine
Corban University
Salem, OR05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Wildlife Biology
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks, AK05.2024
Skills
- Client support
- Observation of animal behavior
- Effective problem resolution
- Effective time management
- Efficient documentation management
- Activity enrichment
- Wellness tracking
- Quality control in hygiene practices
- Detail-oriented analysis
- Effective public speaking
- Project coordination
- Patience and resilience
- Animal handling expertise
Timeline
Animal Care Specialist
Reindeer Farm
03.2025 - 08.2025
Kennel Technician
Peters Creek Pet Boarding
08.2023 - Current
Kennel Technician
VCA Eagle River
01.2020 - 01.2021
Kennel Technician
VCA East Anchorage
01.2015 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Medicine
Corban University
Bachelor of Arts - Wildlife Biology
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Hobbies
I love going on walks and hikes with my dogs, we try to visit different places to get a better view of the Alaskan mountains. I love learning new animal facts and visiting conservation centers to learn about habitat setups and enrichment. I've recently started trying new things that test my patience as well as give me new skill. I taught myself how to do basic knitting and crochet for fun. I also recently learned how to build premade miniature houses in my free time.