Animal Care Assistant
Humane Society of Gwinnett
10.2024 - Current
- Restrained animals safely during exams and procedures.
- Educated caregivers and pet owners on animal care, nutrition, and disease management.
- Monitored animal behavior, identifying signs of illness or distress and reporting concerns to veterinarians.
- Reduced stress levels in shelter animals by implementing daily enrichment activities such as playtime and socialization exercises.
- Fostered a supportive environment among team members by promoting open communication and collaboration on best practices in animal care.
- Ensured cleanliness of facility through regular sanitization of kennels, cages, equipment, and common areas.
- Coordinated grooming services for animals in need of regular maintenance or special attention due to medical conditions.
- Provided compassionate care for injured or ill animals, including wound cleaning and bandaging when necessary.
- Participated in community outreach events to promote responsible pet ownership and raise awareness about available resources for pet owners in need.
- Contributed to the overall success of the organization by consistently demonstrating professionalism, compassion, and dedication to animal welfare.
- Facilitated successful adoptions by matching potential adopters with appropriate animals based on personality traits and needs.
- Enhanced animal welfare by providing proper nutrition, clean water, and appropriate living conditions.
- Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
