Chelsea Mertz
Lafayette,LA
Summary
Offering compassionate and patient demeanor, with genuine love for animals and readiness to learn and grow in a professional grooming environment. Brings strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining cleanliness and safety. Friendly with natural ability to handle animals gently and confidently. Committed to providing high-quality service and ensuring each pet leaves happy and well-cared for.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Dog Bather/ Groomer Trainee
Salon De Chien
10.2024 - 02.2025
- Assisted groomers with prepping dogs by brushing (when necessary), shaving paw pads and sanitary areas and rough cutting
- Often had to clip and grind nails before cleaning and/ or flushing ears
- Followed effective process for bathing and grooming dogs to remove dirt and loose hair and expressed anal glands in small dogs and big, when requested
- Ensured all dogs were thoroughly dried using appropriate techniques, reducing the risk of skin irritations or infections
- Contributed to a positive team environment by assisting coworkers with tasks as needed
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
Dog Bather
Bark Avenue Grooming
08.2024 - 10.2024
- Followed effective process for bathing dogs to remove dirt, loose hair and hair mats
- Successfully calmed anxious pets during the bathing process using proven soothing techniques
- Provided exceptional care for senior or special needs dogs, accommodating their specific requirements during bathing sessions
- Thoroughly cleaned ears
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing gentle and thorough dog bathing services
- Ensured all dogs were completely dried and brushed before grooming
- Trimmed and filed sharp edges of nails
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for efficient grooming operations
Junior Groomer
Petco Animal Supplies Stores Inc.
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Assisted in maintaining accurate records of each pet''s medical history, vaccinations status, and past grooming experiences
- Trimmed nails using clippers and grinders
- Removed undercoat buildup and conducted de-shedding on double-coated animals such as Huskies and Malamutes
- Brushed teeth to maintain dental health and prevent tooth decay and bad breath
- Safely administered treatments such as flea baths or medicated shampoos as needed
- Cleaned ears to prevent ear infections
- Administered anal gland expression to prevent discomfort and infections
- Delivered continuous focus and attention to lodged animals, promoting high level of care and oversight
- Maintained a clean and organized grooming environment, ensuring the safety and well-being of both pets and staff
Education
Certificate - Cosmetic Lasers
National Laser Institue
Dallas, TX08.2019
Certificate - Phlebotomy
Acadiana Area Career College
Lafayette, LA04.2014
High School Diploma -
Lafayette High School
Lafayette, LA05.2008
Skills
- Appointment scheduling
- Credit and cash payments
- Customer service
- Professionalism
- Patience with animals
- Safe restraint practices
- Safe nail trimming
- Pet waste removal
- Kennel cleaning and sanitizing methods
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Dog Bather/ Groomer Trainee
Salon De Chien
10.2024 - 02.2025
Dog Bather
Bark Avenue Grooming
08.2024 - 10.2024
Junior Groomer
Petco Animal Supplies Stores Inc.
06.2024 - 07.2024
Certificate - Cosmetic Lasers
National Laser Institue
Certificate - Phlebotomy
Acadiana Area Career College
High School Diploma -
Lafayette High School
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