Katelyn Shaw
Palmetto,
Summary
Strong passion for animals and experienced in handling and caring for a variety of different types. Aspiring towards a career based in animal care at a zoological institution. Adept at maintaining a calm demeanor and staying observant to respond to the animal's needs, especially in stressful situations such as grooming. Ability to build trust with animals while effectively collaborating with pet owners and colleagues to enhance overall care. Primary focus is the animal's physical and mental well-being and the safety of all involved.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dog Groomer
Pawsitively Healthy Pet Supply
09.2024 - Current
- Professionally groom dogs including trimming nails, bathing and drying, using clippers and scissors to cut hair, skin and coat assessment, and hygiene maintenance.
- Knowledge of proper ways to handle and restrain dogs to keep them safe and as low-stress as possible
Resort Associate
Pet Paradise
11.2022 - 12.2024
- Primary responsibilities at this pet day care and boarding facility included ensuring each pet was cared for and comfortable during their stay.
- Followed pet specificities in regard to dietary needs and medicine
- Monitored pets’ well-being with frequent visual examinations.
- Ensured animal spaces were kept clean and sanitized.
- Observed animal behavior during outside play to reduce risk of fights
Intern
Pawsitively Healthy Pet Supply
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Aided the employed groomers with dog handling and grooming in exchange for dog grooming mentorship.
Volunteer
Mote Marine Aquarium
06.2024 - 06.2024
- Discussed with visitors about marine animal information such as habitat, diet, and behavior
Volunteer
Whiskers Rescue of Florida
12.2021 - 03.2024
- Ensured the animals spaces in the cat rescue were kept clean Lightly groomed cats by brushing them and clipping their nails Provided human socialization for resident cats and kittens
Sales Associate
Pet Supermarket
05.2022 - 11.2022
- Aided customers by discussing pet care, cashiering, and answering calls.
- Ensured animal spaces were kept clean and sanitized
- Followed animal dietary needs
- Ensured the store was kept clean
Education
Biology
University of South Florida
St. Petersburg, FL05-2028
Skills
- Animal care and handling
- Animal behavior understanding
- Animal stress reduction techniques
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Communication with clients
- Patience and empathy
- Safety procedures
- Sanitation practices
Certification
Certified Dog Groomer | Animal Behavior College | Earned 2024
Timeline
Dog Groomer
Pawsitively Healthy Pet Supply
09.2024 - Current
Volunteer
Mote Marine Aquarium
06.2024 - 06.2024
Intern
Pawsitively Healthy Pet Supply
03.2024 - 09.2024
Resort Associate
Pet Paradise
11.2022 - 12.2024
Sales Associate
Pet Supermarket
05.2022 - 11.2022
Volunteer
Whiskers Rescue of Florida
12.2021 - 03.2024
Biology
University of South Florida