JOSHUA JACOBSON
New York,New York
Summary
Dedicated animal care professional with experience in health monitoring and medication administration. Successfully nurtured pets, including a guinea pig through severe pneumonia, while building strong client relationships as a dog sitter. Proficient in appointment scheduling and committed to maintaining optimal hygiene standards for all animals under care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Guinea Pig Owner/Caretaker
Self-employed
New York, NY
04.2020 - Current
- Prepared and provided a fresh vegan diet twice daily, along with unlimited hay.
- Administered daily supplements, including vitamin C and joint support medication.
- Maintained clean water supply including regular cleaning of feeding apparatus.
- Cleaned and sanitized cages biweekly to ensure optimal hygiene.
- Monitored cleanliness of eyes, pockets, and other body parts for health maintenance.
- Scheduled annual wellness visits and addressed specific medical issues as needed.
- Nursed one guinea pig through severe pneumonia with appropriate medications and care.
Dog Sitter
self-employed
New York, NY
01.2018 - Current
- Grew long-term client relationships through regular contact with pets.
- Administered daily care, including feeding, watering, and medication management.
- Monitored animal behavior to identify signs of illness or injury.
- Implemented care routines as per pet owner specifications.
- Secured premises by turning on lights at dusk and locking doors before leaving.
- Delivered compassionate care to dogs across various breeds, ages, and temperaments.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Borough of Manhattan Community College
New York, NY05-2020
Veterinary Assistant Certificate Program - Veterinary Science
Ed2go, Cengage Group Through BMCC
New York, NYSkills
- Animal care and hygiene
- Health monitoring and emergency care
- Medication administration
- Client relationship management
- Appointment scheduling
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Guinea Pig Owner/Caretaker
Self-employed
04.2020 - Current
Dog Sitter
self-employed
01.2018 - Current
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Borough of Manhattan Community College
Veterinary Assistant Certificate Program - Veterinary Science
Ed2go, Cengage Group Through BMCC
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