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Ivy Popejoy

San Luis Obispo,CA

Summary

Dedicated animal handler with expertise in animal husbandry and safety, ensuring optimal health and welfare for livestock. Proven track record in leading group activities such as horseback lessons and animal care camps, showcasing strong leadership skills. Committed to enhancing livestock environments through innovative practices and a deep understanding of animal care.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Equestrian Trail Guide

Country Trails and Riding School
Irvine, California
06.2024 - 09.2024
  • Conducted assessments of horses' health and welfare, including hoof care, grooming, tacking up, feeding, and exercising.
  • Led guided rides for groups of varying sizes along designated trails in a safe manner.
  • Administered medication to trail horses

Ranch Hand Intern

5barbeef
Trabuco Canyon, California
05.2024 - 07.2024
  • Maintained fences and gates around the ranch property.
  • Monitored pastures for weeds, pests and other potential hazards to livestock.
  • Conducted regular maintenance on equipment used on the ranch.

Therapeutic Riding Instructor Assistant

Shadow Hills Equestrian Center
Los Angeles, California
07.2023 - 07.2024
  • Provided therapeutic riding instruction to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.
  • Monitored the safety of the students during lessons, ensuring that all safety protocols were followed.
  • Assisted in the training of horses used for therapeutic riding activities.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Animal Science

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA
06-2028

Skills

  • Animal husbandry
  • Animal health evaluations
  • Equine safety
  • Inventory checks
  • Teamwork
  • Communication

Relevant Coursework

California Polytechnic University

  • Principles of Animal Science: Learned basics of various species anatomy, reproduction, disease, and behavior.
  • Introduction to Animal Science: Learned fundamentals of Cal Poly Animal Science program.
  • Meat Science: Learned about animal and food biosafety, production, and product handling.

Timeline

Equestrian Trail Guide

Country Trails and Riding School
06.2024 - 09.2024

Ranch Hand Intern

5barbeef
05.2024 - 07.2024

Therapeutic Riding Instructor Assistant

Shadow Hills Equestrian Center
07.2023 - 07.2024

Bachelor of Science - Animal Science

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Ivy Popejoy