Leah Eddins
Ann Arbor
Summary
Animal caretaker with hands-on experience in Equine and some small animal welfare and husbandry. Strong focus on maintaining animal health, safety, and well-being through effective care routines and medical attention. Dependable and results-driven with a passion for nurturing and supporting animal life.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Cashier, Stocker
Vesterguard Farms
Ann Arbor, MI
05.2025 - Current
- Ran the cash register
- Helped restocked the meat counter on fridays
- Restocked old and new products
- Mopped and cleaned frequently
- Open and closed the store
Daily Farm and Animal Care
Fletcher Farm
Ann Arbor, MI
09.2015 - Current
- Care of horses, chickens, donkeys, goats, and geese.
- Participation in competitions and shows with my horse such as; Equestrian Team and Fairs and 4H
- Barn and general farm maintenance.
- Experience with tractor, power and other tools
- Pitching and stacking hay bales.
Horse and Children Counselor
Trailsend Farm LLC
Ann Arbor, MI
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Did this for one week in July and August.
- Set up basic-level trail courses to help challenge the campers.
- Helped give lessons to children on how to ride horses.
- Answered any questions campers had related to horse care
- Gave basic information on how to take proper care of horses including; grooming, washing, feeding, tacking up, and de-tacking horses.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Animal Science, Equine & Pre-Vet
Michigan State University
Ann Arbor, MI05-2028
High School - undefined
Community High School
Ann Arbor, MI05-2024
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Team collaboration
- Written and verbal communication
- Leadership
Accomplishments
Currently involved in MSU Collegiate 4-H serving as public relations officer, 4-H 2023 Washtenaw County Medal Award recipient, 4-H 2023 Washtenaw County “I Dare You” Award recipient, 2023 and 2022 NAACP Freedom Fund Scholar recipient.
Timeline
Cashier, Stocker
Vesterguard Farms
05.2025 - Current
Horse and Children Counselor
Trailsend Farm LLC
07.2023 - 08.2023
Daily Farm and Animal Care
Fletcher Farm
09.2015 - Current
High School - undefined
Community High School
Bachelor's degree - Animal Science, Equine & Pre-Vet
Michigan State University
Extracurricular
MSU Pre-Vet Club, MSU Black Student Alliance, MSU Collegiate 4-H Eboard Member, Washtenaw County 4-H