Emily McKinley
San Tan Valley,AZ
Summary
Passionate and dedicated animal care professional with proven abilities in dog grooming and kennel care. Meets animal needs with compassion and love for every breed. Offers excellent time management, organizational and communication skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer
Pinal County Animal Care & Control
Coolidge, AZ
09.2021 - 05.2023
- 100+ hours of volunteering
- Monitored dogs throughout walks to avoid obstacles, dangerous situations and confrontations with various dogs.
- Monitored animals during group play sessions for signs of aggressive or fearful behavior.
- Experienced in providing basic care and handling for shelter animals including enrichment activities.
- Assisted in low cost vaccine clinics for the public.
Grooming Assistant
CAVIT Animal Day Spa
Coolidge, AZ
07.2021 - 05.2023
- Performing basic tasks such as nail clipping, brushing, teeth brushing and ear cleaning. Along with checking vitals including heart rate, respiration, temperature, pulse and CRT while evaluating animal behavior and using various restraint techniques.
- Organized promotional events such as adoption drives or fundraisers that benefit local animal shelters.
- Bathed and dried dogs of all sizes, breeds, and temperaments.
Education
High School Diploma -
San Tan Foothills High School
Queen Creek, AZ05.2023
High School Diploma -
Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology
Coolidge, AZ05.2023
Skills
- Animal Handling
- Medical Charting
- Grooming Skills
- Understanding Kennel Procedures
- Using Teamwork To Cooperate With Others
Certification
- Fear Free certified
- Approved Veterinary Assistant (AVA)
- 10-hour OSHA General Industry Safety and Health
Timeline
Volunteer
Pinal County Animal Care & Control
09.2021 - 05.2023
Grooming Assistant
CAVIT Animal Day Spa
07.2021 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
San Tan Foothills High School
High School Diploma -
Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology
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