Chase Ladner
Kiln,MS
Summary
Energetic animal handler comfortable with handling dogs of all breeds and sizes. Committed to well-being of dogs and peace of mind of owners. Proactive animal handler always ready for diverse animal needs. Knowledgeable about nutrition, medication and differences between breeds. Maintains health of groups of animals by calmly controlling behaviors and anticipating problems. Kind and attentive Animal Caretaker with 15+ years of experience helping pet owners care for beloved animals. Dedicated to guaranteeing each dog gets necessary exercise and attention on each walk. Knowledgeable in animal behavior and wound care. I have owned horses, dogs, cows, goats, and many exotics of my own. Conscientious about providing top-notch care to protect and serve every animal in any settings. Background includes providing full array of animal husbandry services while providing necessary exercise and nurturing environments. Devoted to promoting animal welfare. Reliable and punctual Animal Care team member with proven skills cleaning animal areas, coordinating inventory and managing animal needs with care and compassion. Highly organized and hardworking with good communication and multitasking abilities. Dedicated Zoo professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Driven student leveraging studies in Veterinarian Medicine seeks real-world experience as Vet tech. Offers strong interpersonal and task prioritization skills. Friendly student available for weekend, evening and holiday shifts. Considered hardworking, punctual and driven. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Zoo Keeper
Wild Acres
McHenry, MS
01.2019 - 02.2022
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards and grooming areas neat and clean.
- Followed specific food and water schedules for different animal species.
- Collected animal waste produced on walks and discarded in trash or approved receptacles.
- Managed facility laundry, cleaning and restocking.
- Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
- Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
- Washed, trimmed and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
- Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
- Kept animal coats clean and healthy with regular washing, grooming and trimming.
- Restocked supplies and rotated items to maintain efficient operations and prevent expiration of perishable goods.
- Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness or injury and communicated concerns to owners.
- Followed effective process for bathing and grooming dogs to remove dirt, loose hair, parasites and hair mats.
- Maintained animal health and wellbeing by brushing coat, trimming nails, cleaning ears and providing other types of basic care.
- Performed pet intake to gain necessary information concerning health, behaviors, potential allergies and other details to provide complete records and methods of owner contact.
- Handled administrative work such as answering telephones and scheduling appointments for visits.
- Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries or potential diseases.
- Swabbed ears to remove wax and dirt, removing extra hair to allow air to circulate freely and avoid infection.
- Carefully clipped nails and trimmed hair around pads and paws, using gentle approach for anxious pets.
- Cared for sick or injured animals by seeking out veterinary care and notifying owners.
- Maintained and updated daily log of time spent with dogs for calculating payments, itemizing activities and services provided.
- Performed basic wound care and other medical aid, working with veterinarians to handle advanced cases.
- Worked with more than 120+ animals each day to provide skilled bathing and grooming services.
- Trained animals in behavioral compliance or other special routines or commands.
- Managed inventory, ordered new supplies and maintained optimal storage to meet expected needs.
- Worked 8 to 12-hour shifts with oversight of 120 animals in kennels or holding pens.
- Improved health of pets by advising owners on optimal approaches.
- Documented animals' weight, size and condition in computer system for review by senior staff.
- Consulted with veterinarians to diagnose problems and administered prescribed treatments.
- Reset procedure rooms between appointments and disinfected equipment.
- Handled large cats, primates, and multiple other exotics.
Education
Associate of Science - Biology
Mississppi Gulfcoast Community College
Perkinston, MS05.2022
High School Diploma -
Hancock High School
Kiln, MS05.2020
Skills
- Food Intake Monitoring
- Animal Training
- Critical Thinking
- Medication Documentation
- Microsoft Office
- Facility Laundry and Cleaning
- Animal Grooming
- Food Supplement Preparation
- Information Collection and Recording
- Equipment Disinfection
- Animal Exercising
- Illness and Injury Detection
- Animal Observations
- Customer Service
- Work Prioritization
- Appointment Scheduling
- Injury and Illness Treatment
- Animal Quarters Maintenance
- Decision Making
- Problem Solving
- Physical Condition Monitoring
- Breeding Habits Explanation
- Feeding and Watering
- Animal Examinations
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Treatment Documentation
- Weight Charting
- Animal Behavior Education
- Medication Administration
- Surgical Equipment Cleaning
- Meal Preparation
- Animal Transfer and Transport
- Human and Animal Safety
- Habitat Education
- Cage Repairs
- Materials Ordering
- Inventory Management
- Animal Quarters Temperature Control
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Supply Unloading and Storage
- Facilities Maintenance
- First Aid and Immunizations
- Honest and Ethical
- Attention to Detail
- Customer Communication
- Problem Identification
- Supply Maintenance
- Housekeeping Duties
- Animal Rehoming
- Treatment Planning
Barrel horse trainer
I was raised on a large farm breeding, raising and training barrel horses.
Animal Caretaker
I have worked around just about any animal you can think of. I have worked with hyenas, cougars, tigers, leopards, lions, parrots, dogs, goats, horses, cows, coatimundi, African crested porcupine's, camels, chimpanzees, and many other primate species.
I have also been breeding dogs for 10 years. I can administer vaccines and many other types of medications.
Timeline
Head Zoo Keeper
Wild Acres
01.2019 - 02.2022
Associate of Science - Biology
Mississppi Gulfcoast Community College
High School Diploma -
Hancock High School
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