Kelsey Smith
Enfield,CT
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated pet care professional with experience at Day Hill Kennels, skilled in animal safety and client communication. Proven ability to create secure environments and maintain cleanliness, ensuring the well-being of pets. Committed to providing exceptional care through fear-free handling and timely feeding routines, fostering trust with both animals and their owners.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pet Sitter
Enfield, CT
- Developed trust with pets through consistent, compassionate handling techniques.
- Prepared food and water following instructions from pet owners.
- Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for pets, ensuring their comfort and well-being at all times.
- Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
- Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text.
- Ensured timely feedings, grooming sessions, and exercise routines for pets in accordance with owner instructions.
- Conducted regular home visits to check on pets while owners were away, providing peace of mind through routine updates.
Kennel Worker
Day Hill Kennels
Windsor, CT
03.2025 - Current
- Cleaned and maintained kennel facilities to ensure a safe environment for animals.
- Provided companionship and exercise to dogs, promoting their well-being and socialization.
- Observed animal behavior, reporting any concerns to management promptly.
- Ensured animal safety with proper handling techniques and adherence to facility guidelines.
- Improved kennel cleanliness by maintaining a strict schedule of sanitation and disinfection procedures.
- Demonstrated compassion toward all animals in our care regardless of breed or background while treating them with respect and dignity.
- Cared for physical and psychological needs of animals with regular walks and playtime.
Babysitter
Club Fitness
Enfield, CT
12.2022 - 01.2023
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of play areas for optimal child experience.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations, ensuring a safe environment at all times.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's activities and progress.
Education
No Degree - Veterinary Technician
University of New Hampshire
NH05-2028
High School Diploma -
Enfield High School
Enfield, CT06-2025
Skills
- Client communication
- House sitting
- Pet care needs
- Feeding routines
- Valid Driver's license
- Animal safety
- Clean background check
- Small animal care
- Overnight stays
- First aid knowledge
- Fear-free handling
- Time management
Certification
- Controlled Drugs Training
- X-ray Worker Safety Training
- Suicide Prevention Training
Leadership
I was a section leader for two years in the marching band at my high school and for five years with the Windsor Fife and Drum Corps. I helped others learn how to play an instrument, read music, and play amongst others. I helped the instructors give lessons and helped problem-solve if others needed a different thing to work on. I'd take them and help them.
Timeline
Kennel Worker
Day Hill Kennels
03.2025 - Current
Babysitter
Club Fitness
12.2022 - 01.2023
Pet Sitter
No Degree - Veterinary Technician
University of New Hampshire
High School Diploma -
Enfield High School