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Emma Boutwell

Birmingham

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Dog Sitter, Dog Walker

Rover
11.2023 - Current
  • Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
  • Followed pet care instructions, dietary needs, and medication regimens.
  • Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence by securing yard gates and removing items that could make pets sick.
  • Collected animal waste produced on walks and discarded in trash or approved receptacles.
  • Prepared food and water following instructions from pet owners.
  • Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
  • Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text.
  • Cleaned out and scooped litter trays and food and water bowls to provide clean environment for pets.
  • Gave medication to pets following guidelines from owners.
  • Helped pet owners transition pets into new homes and environments though training.

Photographer

Emma Boutwell
07.2022 - Current
  • Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
  • Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
  • Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
  • Edited, toned, captioned and uploaded photographs for publication.
  • Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
  • Experimented with different lighting effects to deliver unique images.
  • Inspected proofs to verify quality and determine needed adjustments and retouches.
  • Maintained and shared portfolios of artistic work to demonstrate styles, interests and abilities with potential customers.
  • Fabricated camera mounts and cases to capture images and protect equipment.

Certified Dog Trainer

Petco
12.2022 - 12.2023
  • Consulted with owners to discuss behavioral concerns and determine final goals.
  • Instructed owners and dogs on basic obedience commands using different techniques to match dogs' drives for reward.
  • Evaluated animals to determine temperaments, abilities and aptitude for training.
  • Watched dogs for triggers, signs of aggression and pack behaviors to formulate possible solutions.
  • Employed positive reinforcement with animals using "clicker-training" method, voice rewards and food rewards.
  • Maintained clean training arena for group classes.
  • Observed dogs in various settings to determine behavioral concerns and problems.
  • Worked individually with dogs on track for higher-level certifications in obedience and show performance.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and hazard-free animal areas to protect individual health and wellbeing.
  • Observed animals closely to understand individual needs and behaviors.
  • Modified undesirable behaviors with use of successful and safe behavior modifications techniques.
  • Monitored animal health, attention and behavior during training sessions.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to successfully train animals.
  • Trained animals to respond to specific cues from both owners and handlers.
  • Kept animals stimulated with variety of enrichment activities.
  • Succeeded in training diverse animals with confident training techniques and trusting relationships.
  • Created innovative ways to teach animals new behaviors and tricks.
  • Conferred with owners about methods for continuing training and reinforcing methods taught in classes.
  • Talked to or interacted with animals to increase familiarity with human voices or contact.
  • Tracked metrics such as overall health, behaviors, and diet to isolate and address concerns.
  • Cued or signaled animals during performances.

Vet Technician

Grayson Valley Pet Clinic
07.2021 - 03.2022
  • Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals.
  • Administered routine, post-operative and daily treatments to animals under direction and supervision of veterinarian.
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
  • Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions.
  • Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
  • Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
  • Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
  • Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs and determined special needs of animals under care.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
  • Walked pets outside throughout each shift to prevent accidents in group play areas and on bedding.
  • Implanted subcutaneous identification microchips into animals.
  • Established intravenous drips for ongoing hydration in treatment of canines suffering from parvovirus infections.
  • Assessed paws, ears and eyes for injuries or infections as part of initial evaluation.
  • Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
  • Performed ophthalmological procedures such as tear production testing, topical anesthetic application, fluorescein staining of cornea and tonometry.
  • 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.
  • Bathed and dipped dogs afflicted with parasitic infections and applied specific medications for itch relief.
  • Managed adjoining veterinary supply shop that sold medications, animal food and pet equipment.

Education

No Degree - Criminal Justice

University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL

No Degree - Dog Training

Animal Behavior College
Valencia, CA
07.2024

High School Diploma -

Hewitt-Trussville High School
Trussville, AL
05.2021

Skills

  • Animal Vaccinations
  • Prescription Management
  • Cleaning and Sanitizing
  • Animal Loading and Unloading
  • Anesthesia Administration
  • Humane Animal Restraints
  • Euthanasia Assistance
  • Laboratory Testing
  • Post-surgical Monitoring
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Physical Examinations
  • Surgery and Procedure Preparation
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Obedience Training
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Animal Handling
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Returns Policies
  • Training Methodologies
  • Compassionate Care
  • Active Learning
  • Private Training Sessions
  • Cash Register Operations
  • Nail Trimming
  • Company Standards
  • Puppy Classes
  • Clear Verbal Communication
  • Client Relationships
  • Customer Experience
  • Laundry Duties
  • Payment Transactions
  • Ear Cleaning
  • Blood Analyses
  • Basic Animal Care
  • Towel Folding
  • Command Training
  • Dog Behavior
  • Breed and Species Knowledge
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Animal Training
  • Pet Feeding
  • Microsoft Office
  • Client Check-In
  • Group Sessions
  • Dog Walking
  • Pet First Aid and CPR Certified
  • Maintaining Clean Work Areas
  • Digital Photography
  • Video Editing
  • Wildlife Photography
  • Customer Assistance
  • Cash Register Operation
  • Retail Sales
  • Store Opening and Closing
  • Customer Needs Assessment
  • Returns and Exchanges
  • Answering Customer Questions

Timeline

Dog Sitter, Dog Walker

Rover
11.2023 - Current

Certified Dog Trainer

Petco
12.2022 - 12.2023

Photographer

Emma Boutwell
07.2022 - Current

Vet Technician

Grayson Valley Pet Clinic
07.2021 - 03.2022

No Degree - Criminal Justice

University of Alabama At Birmingham

No Degree - Dog Training

Animal Behavior College

High School Diploma -

Hewitt-Trussville High School

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