Isabelle Adkins
S.C.S,MI
Summary
Enthusiastic animal care professional successful at managing various responsibilities in fast-paced settings. Offers well-developed skills in organization, time management and relationship-building. Calm in crises with skills to reassure owners and provide urgent care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
barn hand/ exercise rider/jump show assistant
College
Albion
05.2024 - Current
- Assisted with shows, prepared facilities, maintained equipment, and provided equine care.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of barn and animal enclosures.
- Assisted with feeding and caring for livestock daily.
- Operated farm equipment to manage pasture and hay production.
Financial officer
Pre-Vet club
Albion College
01.2022 - Current
- Managed financial records and transactions for club activities and events.
- Coordinated fundraising efforts to support veterinary outreach initiatives.
- Assisted with volunteer activities to gain experience for veterinary school.
Doggy daycare attendant
Ruffin It Pet Resort
Fraser
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Supervised playgroups to ensure safe and enjoyable interactions among dogs.
- Monitored health and behavior of dogs, reporting concerns to management promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness of facilities through regular sanitization and waste management.
- Oversaw dog play in daycare areas, cleaned and fed boarders' kennels, and managed boarder let-outs to promote safety and enjoyment.
Internship
Harper Woods Veterinary Hospital
Harper Woods
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Executed clerical tasks to support daily operations and ensured facility cleanliness for a safe environment.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Trainer Staff
Grosse Pointe Equestrian
Grosse Pointe
08.2020 - 08.2023
- Conducted individual and group lessons to enhance riding techniques.
- Assessed rider progress and adjusted training methods accordingly.
- Coordinated with horseback riding teachers to support lessons, develop summer programs for children, and ensure effective equine care and maintenance.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Biology
Albion College
Albion07-2026
High school Diploma - General education
Lake Shore High School
S.C.S04-2022
Skills
- Equine care
- Animal Handling
- Equine maintenance
- Assisting veterinarian
- Veterinary assistance
- Animal CPR certified
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Team collaboration
References
- Jaafar Reza, Head Trainer, Grosse Pointe Woods, +1 (313) 899-9088
- Julie Niece, Veterinary Technician, Harper Woods Veterinary Hospital, julieharperwoodsvet@aol.com
- Chris Mitchell, Coach, Director, Albion College, cpmitchell@albion.edu
Volunteer Experience
- Member, National Honor Society, S.C.S, 01/01/20, 04/01/22, Volunteer hours working in the community
- Financial officer, Pre-Vet club, Albion College, 01/01/22, Present, Volunteer work, learning how to transition and prep for Vet school
Timeline
Doggy daycare attendant
Ruffin It Pet Resort
05.2025 - 09.2025
barn hand/ exercise rider/jump show assistant
College
05.2024 - Current
Internship
Harper Woods Veterinary Hospital
05.2023 - 08.2023
Financial officer
Pre-Vet club
01.2022 - Current
Trainer Staff
Grosse Pointe Equestrian
08.2020 - 08.2023
Bachelor's Degree - Biology
Albion College
High school Diploma - General education
Lake Shore High School