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Kristalynn Hernandez

Redding

Summary

Dedicated animal care volunteer at Haven Humane, skilled in kennel care and compassionate communication. Enhanced animal well-being through effective socialization and fostering, leading to successful adoptions. Committed to maintaining clean environments and providing nutritious care, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for potential adopters and improving the overall health of shelter animals. Practiced infection control protocols, including disinfecting kennels, surgical tools, and high-traffic areas to maintain a disease-free environment. Developed professional-level skills in animal handling, teamwork in high-pressure environments, and client communication-directly transferable to a veterinary assistant role.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Animal Shelter Volunteer

Haven Humane
03.2014 - 08.2015
  • Cleaned and sanitized cages and living areas to promote health and wellbeing.
  • Kept animals healthy and socialized by providing regular exercises and walks.
  • Provided companionship and comfort to animals in need of extra love and attention.
  • Improved animal well-being by providing daily care, including feeding, grooming, and exercising.
  • Assisted in the successful adoption of animals by maintaining clean and inviting living spaces for potential adopters to visit.
  • Increased animal socialization by engaging in regular playtime sessions with both dogs and cats at the shelter.

Education

Associate of Science - Current Student Completing Prerequisites

Butte College
Oroville, CA
06-2025

Associate of Science - Coursework in Animal CPR & First Aid

Foothill College
Los Altos, CA
01-2024

High School Diploma -

Gateway Educational Options
Redding, CA
08-2014

Skills

  • Kennel care
  • Compassionate communication
  • Cat socialization
  • Animal fostering
  • Animal care
  • Animal nutrition
  • Cleaning kennels

Timeline

Animal Shelter Volunteer

Haven Humane
03.2014 - 08.2015

Associate of Science - Current Student Completing Prerequisites

Butte College

Associate of Science - Coursework in Animal CPR & First Aid

Foothill College

High School Diploma -

Gateway Educational Options