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Kelsey Ringstad

Manhattan,KS

Summary

Experienced and skilled at performing in high-stress situations. Extensive knowledge of animal care in a variety of small and large animals. These skills were acquired through many years of experience. I am committed to continuous personal and professional improvement.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Goat Keeper

Mary Powell, Lora Frick
Topeka, KS
09.2016 - Current
  • Learned how to administer vaccinations on goats.
  • Helped the process when nannies were kidding.
  • Watched over 70 goats to make sure they were safe.
  • Helped water and feed goats and kids.
  • Set up fencing

Groom Tech

Woof's Pet Resort
Overland Park, KS
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Performed anal gland cleaning.
  • Performed nail trims and nail grinds.
  • Bathed and brushed dogs of all sizes.
  • Performed ear cleaning

Aquatics Specialist

Petco
Manhattan, KS
09.2023 - 05.2024
  • Maintained cleaning of all fish tanks.
  • Cleaned and provided food and water to all small animals and reptiles.
  • Helped animals find a perfect home!
  • Provided insight on how to properly take care of hamsters, gerbils, mice, rats, guinea pigs, snakes, lizards, and frogs.
  • Worked at cash register to process transactions and take inventory.

Professional Bather

PetSmart Charities
Manhattan, KS
02.2022 - 05.2023
  • Performed ear cleaning, anal gland cleaning, and teeth brushing.
  • Bathed and brushed dogs of all sizes.
  • Worked at the front desk and, scheduled appointments, answered phone calls, and processed transactions.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Vet Assistant

Penn Foster College
Scottsdale, AZ
09-2025

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KS
05-2024

Skills

  • Personable and friendly
  • Responsible
  • On- time
  • Good at traveling
  • Observant
  • Willingness to learn new skills
  • Calm in intense situations
  • Communicative
  • Problem solver

Affiliations

  • I love to read
  • I love horses the most, but they do make me nervous a little
  • I hike in my free time or go on long walks

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Groom Tech

Woof's Pet Resort
05.2024 - 08.2024

Aquatics Specialist

Petco
09.2023 - 05.2024

Professional Bather

PetSmart Charities
02.2022 - 05.2023

Goat Keeper

Mary Powell, Lora Frick
09.2016 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Vet Assistant

Penn Foster College

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Johnson County Community College

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