Christina George
Swartz Creek,MI
Summary
With a proven track record at Dapper Dog Pet Parlor, I excel in delivering exceptional pet grooming services, leveraging my expertise in grooming techniques and animal behavior knowledge. Renowned for my patience with animals and effective communication, I've significantly enhanced client satisfaction and retention. My dedication to continuous skill improvement and cleanliness standards sets me apart in the pet grooming industry.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Pet Groomer
Dapper Dog Pet Parlor
02.2023 - Current
- Provided compassionate care for pets with special needs or behavioral issues, ensuring their comfort during the grooming process.
- Continuously expanded knowledge of the pet grooming industry through research, networking, and attending relevant seminars or workshops.
- Developed strong time management skills by juggling multiple grooming tasks simultaneously while adhering to tight schedules.
- Enhanced pet grooming skills by assisting experienced groomers in various tasks and procedures.
- Promoted a positive atmosphere by engaging with clients professionally and courteously at all times.
- Learned proper techniques for handling various types of animals safely, reducing risk of injury or stress to pets under my care.
- Assisted in retail sales efforts by recommending appropriate grooming products and pet care items to clients.
- Handled customer concerns professionally, addressing issues in a timely manner and escalating when necessary to senior staff or management.
- Gained knowledge of different pet breeds and their specific grooming needs through hands-on experience.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to continuously improve skills and stay current with industry trends.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing attentive care to pets during their appointments.
- Collaborated with senior groomers to develop personalized grooming plans for each pet based on breed, temperament, and owner preferences.
- Assisted in washing, drying, brushing, and trimming pets for better hygiene and appearance.
- Demonstrated attention to detail when executing precise cuts according to breed standards or owner requests.
- Supported seamless appointment scheduling and check-in processes by efficiently managing client records and paperwork.
- Increased repeat business through exceptional service, building rapport with both pets and their owners during appointments.
- Collaborated with other team members to ensure smooth operations and a positive experience for all clients and their pets.
- Contributed to a clean and organized work environment by maintaining grooming tools and equipment.
- Adhered to strict sanitation guidelines to minimize the spread of disease among visiting pets and maintain overall facility cleanliness levels.
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
- Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
- Washed, trimmed, and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
- Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
- Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness, or injury and communicated concerns to owners.
- Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
- Prepared and administered medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries, or potential diseases.
- Developed and implemented enrichment plans to keep animals healthy and stimulated.
- Educated visitors and staff on proper animal care and handling.
- Documented animals' weight, size and condition in computer system for review by senior staff.
Pet Groomer
Sudsy Puppy Pet Grooming
01.2021 - 02.2023
- Provided compassionate care for pets with special needs or behavioral issues, ensuring their comfort during the grooming process.
- Continuously expanded knowledge of the pet grooming industry through research, networking, and attending relevant seminars or workshops.
- Developed strong time management skills by juggling multiple grooming tasks simultaneously while adhering to tight schedules.
- Enhanced pet grooming skills by assisting experienced groomers in various tasks and procedures.
- Promoted a positive atmosphere by engaging with clients professionally and courteously at all times.
- Learned proper techniques for handling various types of animals safely, reducing risk of injury or stress to pets under my care.
- Assisted in retail sales efforts by recommending appropriate grooming products and pet care items to clients.
- Handled customer concerns professionally, addressing issues in a timely manner and escalating when necessary to senior staff or management.
- Gained knowledge of different pet breeds and their specific grooming needs through hands-on experience.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to continuously improve skills and stay current with industry trends.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing attentive care to pets during their appointments.
- Collaborated with senior groomers to develop personalized grooming plans for each pet based on breed, temperament, and owner preferences.
- Assisted in washing, drying, brushing, and trimming pets for better hygiene and appearance.
- Demonstrated attention to detail when executing precise cuts according to breed standards or owner requests.
- Supported seamless appointment scheduling and check-in processes by efficiently managing client records and paperwork.
- Increased repeat business through exceptional service, building rapport with both pets and their owners during appointments.
- Collaborated with other team members to ensure smooth operations and a positive experience for all clients and their pets.
- Contributed to a clean and organized work environment by maintaining grooming tools and equipment.
- Adhered to strict sanitation guidelines to minimize the spread of disease among visiting pets and maintain overall facility cleanliness levels.
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
- Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
- Washed, trimmed, and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
- Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
- Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness, or injury and communicated concerns to owners.
- Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
- Prepared and administered medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries, or potential diseases.
- Developed and implemented enrichment plans to keep animals healthy and stimulated.
- Educated visitors and staff on proper animal care and handling.
- Documented animals' weight, size and condition in computer system for review by senior staff.
Education
Deploma -
Genesee High School
Genesee05.1999
Skills
- Pet First Aid Knowledge
- Patience with Animals
- Animal Behavior Knowledge
- Grooming best practices
- Cleanliness and sanitation
- Animal handling expertise
- Pet Grooming Techniques
- Flea and tick treatments
- Nail trimming proficiency
- Appointment Scheduling
- Canine and Feline Anatomy
- De-matting Techniques
- Haircut Styling Abilities
- Gentle Restraint Methods
- Safe Drying Techniques
- Proper Bathing Procedures
- Tick Removal
- Anal Gland Expression
- Teeth Brushing Techniques
- Marketing and promotion
- Nail Trimming
- Sanitation Procedures
- Paw Pad Care
- Basic accounting
- Animal Handling
- Customer Communication
- Animal Care
- Animal Grooming
- Attention to Detail
- Honest and Dependable
- Problem-Solving
- Relationship Building
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Work Prioritization
- Pet Owner Advisory
- Food Supplement Preparation
- Feeding and Watering
- Problem Identification
- Treatment Administration
- Information Collection and Recording
- Equipment Disinfection
- Animal Observations
- Work Planning
- Disease Prevention
- Human and Animal Safety
- Critical Thinking
- Physical Condition Monitoring
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Decision-Making
- Team building
- Professionalism
- Record-keeping
- Physical Stamina
- Adaptability
Timeline
Pet Groomer
Dapper Dog Pet Parlor
02.2023 - Current
Pet Groomer
Sudsy Puppy Pet Grooming
01.2021 - 02.2023
Deploma -
Genesee High School
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