Chandelle Oliver

Professional Summary

Dedicated animal care professional with extensive experience in avian and feline husbandry, specialized in taming, behavior modification, and neonatal care. Proven ability to identify subtle health or behavioral changes and execute effective care plans. Passionate about transitioning these skills into a professional pet grooming career with Petco to ensure every pet lives their best life.

Professional Experience

Avian Behavior & Care Specialist | Family Aviary | 2006 - Present

• Behavioral Taming & Socialization: Successfully tamed various bird species (show pigeons, finches, lovebirds) to increase market value; utilized patience and positive reinforcement to eliminate biting behaviors—skills directly transferable to handling nervous dogs and cats.
• Health & Wellness Monitoring: Identified early signs of illness through meticulous observation of behavior and physiological changes; developed recovery plans that successfully returned sick animals to health.
• Neonatal/Hand-Rearing: Provided critical around-the-clock care and feeding for rejected offspring, ensuring survival through precise handling and attention to detail.
• Sanitation & Safety: Maintained high standards of hygiene for habitats to prevent the spread of disease, adhering to strict cleaning protocols.

Private Pet Care (Feline) | Personal Experience| 2003 - Present

• General Husbandry: Oversee daily nutrition, grooming, and wellness for multiple cats, maintaining a calm environment for animals with different temperaments.