Madeline Bays
Inman,SC
Summary
Dedicated equine caretaker with expertise in horse handling and a strong commitment to continuous learning. At The Little Red Barn, I enhanced individualized feeding plans, administered medication, handled and groomed each horse with care to keep up with well being, and took care of the pastures and stalls. Known for reliability and attention to detail, I consistently provided high-quality care, fostering a safe and clean environment for optimal animal health.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Equine Caretaker
The Little Red Barn
Campobello, SC
06.2023 - 03.2025
- Demonstrated dedication to ongoing education in equine care by attending seminars and workshops to stay current on industry best practices.
- Improved communication within the team by organizing weekly meetings to discuss updates on horse care, training progress, and upcoming events.
- Coordinated routine maintenance activities for groundskeeping equipment like tractors or mowers to prevent breakdowns affecting operations efficiency .
- Educated new staff members on proper horse handling techniques and safety protocols during their orientation period.
- Collaborated with trainers and owners to develop individualized feeding plans tailored to the needs of each horse.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for horses, resulting in reduced injuries and accidents.
- Enhanced horse well-being by providing daily grooming and thorough cleaning of stalls.
- Monitored horse behavior closely to identify any potential health issues or changes in temperament.
- Administered prescribed medications to ensure optimal health of each equine under care.
- Contributed to the overall success of the equine facility by consistently providing high-quality care, resulting in a well-maintained stable environment and satisfied clients.
- Filled hay nets and water buckets and measured feed and supplements to keep horses well-fed.
- Led horses from stables to fields and back to maintain control of animals.
- Mucked out stables, swept yard and stacked feed and bedding to foster clean and comfortable environment for animals.
- Cleaned and brushed horses' coats to improve skin and coat and decrease health problems.
- Checked horses for wellness issues to report problems or treat minor ailments and injuries.
- Removed droppings, weeds and litter from fields to promote optimal riding environment.
- Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
- Washed, trimmed, and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
Education
Highschool Diploma -
Hometown Homeschool Association of SC
HomeschooledSkills
- Patience and empathy
- Continuous learning mindset
- Horse handling expertise
- Equine nutrition awareness
- Horse transportation safety
- Tack cleaning proficiency
- Exercise and conditioning know-how
- Horse bathing
- Grooming techniques mastery
- Hoof care
- Mane and tail care
- Injury prevention
- Equipment organization
- Grooming best practices
- Feeding schedules
- Supplement administration
- Trailer loading
- Weight management
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Honest and dependable
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking Abilities
- Multitasking
- Animal care
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Effective communication
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Human and animal safety
Accomplishments
I am a homeschooled student graduating a year early from my program with a 4.0 GPA.
Additional Information
I also dog/house sit for several different people around Inman! I will be attending USC Upstate come the fall!
Timeline
Equine Caretaker
The Little Red Barn
06.2023 - 03.2025
Highschool Diploma -
Hometown Homeschool Association of SC