Lauren Smyth
Auburn,AL
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Kennel Manager
East University Veterinary Hospital
05.2023 - Current
- Oversaw care, grooming, and medication of up to 60 pets during temporary kennel stays.
- Developed a schedule for kennel assistants to balance walking, feeding, and socializing needs of animals in care.
- Oversaw hiring processes for new staff members and scheduling, ensuring a well-equipped team that maintained high standards of care.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills, and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Streamlined record keeping for better tracking of daily activities and animal health data.
- Facilitated communication between clients and veterinary professionals regarding their pets'' health status or needs.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY - KINGSVILLE
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Implemented innovative teaching techniques that catered to various learning styles of 180 undergraduate students, resulting in increased student engagement during lessons in Introduction to Animal Science and Advanced Livestock Management
- Livestock management skills demonstrated; safety protocols, flight zones, chute operation, hoof trimming, vaccinations, deworming, and jugular blood draws.
- Supervised student livestock management projects.
- Ensured proper care and health of university livestock and research animals.
- Observed and recorded daily health data of 12 ruminally cannulated research steers; assessed rumen health and replaced cannulas.
Trail Guide
HORSES ON THE BEACH
12.2022 - 02.2023
- Managed horse care tasks, including feeding, grooming, and tacking up, ensuring optimal health for horses used on trail rides.
- Promoted responsible horsemanship through demonstrations and explanations of proper riding techniques.
- Guided groups of up to 40 people on scheduled tours.
- Increased visitor satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns or questions about trail conditions, wildlife sightings, or historical points of interest.
- Conducted regular inspections of tack equipment, identifying any necessary repairs or replacements to ensure safe use at all times.
Intern
ALABAMA BEEF CATTLE IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Observed and assisted with bull evaluations in preparation for annual bull sale; ABCIA annual North Alabama Bull and Heifer sale.
- Assisted monthly with recording of weight, hip height, and scrotal circumference measurements on 48 bulls with breeds consisting of Angus, Simmental, SimAngus, Hereford, and Charolais.
- Evaluated hoof and leg composition, and behavioral disposition in regards to a desirable breeding animal.
- Observed carcass composition ultrasound and evaluations of bull soundness exams.
Equine Apprentice
STRATFORD EQUESTRIAN
06.2020 - 12.2020
- Ensured proper care for 25 boarders with extensive medical needs through attentive care, proper feeding, administration of medication, and regular health checks.
- Administered intravenous and intramuscular injections, oral medication, medical hoof care, foundering therapy, and respiratory care.
- Transported horses to various locations, prepared animals for travel, and assisted with loading/unloading procedures.
Education
Master of Science - Animal Science in Ruminant Nutrition
Texas A&M University-Kingsville
Kingsville, TXBachelor of Science - Animal Science, Animal And Allied Industries
Auburn University
Auburn, AL05.2022
Minor in Agricultural Business -
Auburn University
Auburn, AL05.2022
Skills
- Animal Care Expertise
- Nutrition management
- Animal Behavior Understanding
- Facility Maintenance
- Safety Procedures
- Team Leadership
- Hiring and Training
- Schedule oversight
- Customer Relationship Management
- Employee Coaching and Mentoring
Academic Certificates
- King Ranch Institute for Ranch Management, 2023, Ranch Management
- John Hopkins University, 2021, Introduction to Genomic Technologies
- Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine, 2022, Horse Course
Involvement Experience
- Auburn University Collegiate Cattlemen's and Cattlewomen's Association, 08/2019 - 05/2022,
Awarded Cattlewoman of the Year
- Auburn University Dairy U Program Planning
- Auburn University Beef U Program Planning
Timeline
Kennel Manager
East University Veterinary Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Trail Guide
HORSES ON THE BEACH
12.2022 - 02.2023
Graduate Teaching Assistant
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY - KINGSVILLE
08.2022 - 05.2023
Intern
ALABAMA BEEF CATTLE IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
06.2021 - 12.2021
Equine Apprentice
STRATFORD EQUESTRIAN
06.2020 - 12.2020
Master of Science - Animal Science in Ruminant Nutrition
Texas A&M University-Kingsville
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science, Animal And Allied Industries
Auburn University
Minor in Agricultural Business -
Auburn University