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Jessica Trlak

Valrico,Florida

Summary

Motivated and dedicated Animal Biology student with experience in providing attentive care to pets in kennels and veterinary settings, enhancing pet hygiene, and handling challenging situations with anxious animals. Skilled in monitoring dog's behaviors to ensure safety. Passionate about caring for animals and providing a safe environment. Seeking to further expand my knowledge and skills in my field by gaining more hands on experience.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Kennel Assistant

Hounds Town Westchase
08.2024 - Current


  • Assisted with grooming services such as bathing, brushing, nail trimming, and ear cleaning for improved pet hygiene and health.
  • Managed challenging situations with distressed or aggressive animals using patience and appropriate restraint methods.
  • Ensured safety of all animals through proper handling techniques and adherence to established protocols.
  • Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat.


  • Completed daily cleaning of kennels, cages and public areas using disease control protocol to provide sterile environment.
  • Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.

Customer Service Bagger

Publix
06.2020 - 08.2024
  • Assisted cashiers in providing efficient service, handling returned items, and managing long lines during peak hours.
  • Worked together with cashiers to guarantee customer satisfaction.
  • Collected and returned all hand baskets and shopping carts to proper place for new customer use.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently bagging

Veterinary Volunteer

Pet Resource Center
02.2020 - 04.2020
  • Contributed to a healthier environment for animals by maintaining clean and organized living spaces.
  • Assisted in the successful treatment of injured animals through attentive monitoring and precise recordkeeping.
  • Enhanced animal care by assisting veterinarians with routine examinations and procedures.
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
  • Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology With Animal Concentration

University of South Florida
Tampa, FL
12-2025

Skills

  • Animal care
  • Patience with animals
  • Work Ethic
  • Customer Service
  • Communication skills
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Animal behavior
  • Multitasking

Timeline

Kennel Assistant

Hounds Town Westchase
08.2024 - Current

Customer Service Bagger

Publix
06.2020 - 08.2024

Veterinary Volunteer

Pet Resource Center
02.2020 - 04.2020

Bachelor of Science - Biology With Animal Concentration

University of South Florida

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