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Marissa Sloan

Columbus,MS

Summary

Diligent and hardworking dedicated entrepreneur for giving optimal animal care and support. Builds positive relationships with owners and trust with animals. Knowledgeable about grooming, exercise and basic care.

Passionate about animal health and wellness. Professional in handling basic needs, care and exercise.

Attentive Pet Sitter committed to keeping owners updated with status reports and delivering attentive care to animals during owner absences. Offers engaging activity for pets with focus on safety and security.

Dependable Pet Sitter with many years of experience providing in-home care to dogs, cats, and other various animals. Patient and kind individual skillful in administering needed medications and observing pets for changes. In-depth knowledge of animal feeding and eating habits.

Caring and hardworking sitter with proven history of meeting animal needs. Exercises, trains and soothes based on individual requirements and schedules. Works well with owners to provide exceptional care.

Wellness-focused Animal Caretaker with full complement of skills in feeding, grooming and exercising animals. Talented in delivering routine care and specific treatments meeting animals' needs. Organized in maintaining schedules and staying on top of daily checklists.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Pet Sitter/Dog Walker

Cristina Mudd
Columbus, MS
07.2024 - Current
  • Kept detailed records of pet care activities, preferences, and any notable incidents.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Noted unusual behavior and contacted owners regarding health-related issues.
  • Responsibly and reliably arrive on site.
  • Trustworthy to perform other tasks when asked.

Foster Animal Provider

Tupelo Human Society
Tupelo, Mississippi
05.2022 - Current
  • I provide foster care for cats and dogs in need,offering temporary support to overcrowded shelters and nursing sicks animals back to health.
  • In addition to fostering cats and dogs,I also specialize in caring for large litters of orphaned puppies,providing around the clock bottle feeding and nurturing to ensure their health and well-being.To help them thrive until they're old enough for adoption.

Pet Sitter/House

Carole Tennant
Weir, MS
04.2022 - Current
  • Responsible/trustworthy care/protection of home and land when owner is out of town.
  • Feed/water/care for horse, dog, and three cats.
  • Water outdoor and indoor plants.
  • Report to owner any changes in home, land, and animals.
  • Retrieve mail daily from mailbox.
  • Walk indoor dog daily.
  • Bathe indoor dog weekly.
  • Trim indoor dog's nails.
  • Groom indoor dog's fur.
  • Tend to in-ground pool.

Pet Sitter/Dog Walker/Dog Trainer

Dr. Debbie K. Wells
Columbus, MS
03.2022 - Current
  • Cleaned and sanitized equipment and surfaces to protect animal and owner's health.
  • Worked collaboratively with owner in order to provide excellent service.
  • Provided emotional support when pets were feeling anxious due to separation from owners.
  • Cleaned and sanitized 75 gallon fish tank and filter system.
  • Feed/water indoor pets twice daily- fish, two cats, two mini dachshund dogs.
  • Bath two mini dachshund dogs.
  • Trim two mini dachshund dog's nails.
  • Carry two mini dachshund dogs to vet appointments.
  • Give pets medications when required.
  • Shop for all pet supplies and feed.
  • Train pets.
  • Developed strong bonds with pets, gaining their trust and ensuring a positive care experience.
  • Managed overnight pet care, providing continuous companionship and security for pets.
  • Performed basic grooming services such as brushing fur, trimming nails, cleaning ears.
  • Assessed animals for injury and illness.
  • Conducted regular walks for dogs, ensuring physical activity and socialization.
  • Administered oral medications as prescribed by the veterinarian or client instructions.
  • Assisted in the integration of new pets into the home, easing transitions and minimizing stress.
  • Noted unusual behavior and contacted owners regarding health-related issues.
  • Provided pet grooming services, including baths, brushing, and nail trims.
  • Administered medications to animals.
  • Provided overnight stays at client homes during vacations or business trips to ensure continuity of care for their pets.
  • Emptied litter boxes, refilled with fresh litter and cleaned animal bedding.
  • Walked and exercised dogs during owner absences.
  • Managed multiple pet care assignments simultaneously, demonstrating strong organizational skills.
  • Monitored pet behavior for any signs of distress or illness and reported any changes to the owner immediately.
  • Transported pets to and from various locations, including parks, vet clinics, and grooming appointments.
  • Maintained clean and orderly play yards, kennels and cages.
  • Reviewed pet records from daily visits and appointments, entering important data into system.
  • Communicated with clients regularly regarding their pet's care needs and progress.
  • Monitored safety of every animal to prevent injuries from other animals or environmental hazards.
  • Ensured safety of pets during outdoor activities, preventing accidents or escapes.
  • Scheduled grooming and veterinary appointments for animals.
  • Offered companionship and playtime to pets, focusing on their emotional well-being.
  • Maintained cleanliness of pets' living areas, including the cleaning of litter boxes and cages.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Handled emergency situations calmly, taking necessary actions as per owner instructions or best practices.
  • Taught animals sit, stay and other basic commands.
  • Provided companionship to animals by playing with them or providing belly rubs.
  • Cleaned up pet messes and provided fresh food and water to all assigned pets.
  • Checked fences daily for holes or damage that could allow an animal escape.
  • Discussed behavioral issues with clients in order to develop strategies for resolving them effectively.
  • Trained pets on basic commands and good behavior, reinforcing positive actions.
  • Enforced house rules consistently so that pets understood expectations for acceptable behaviors.
  • Developed long-term relationships with clients and bonded with animals through regular contact.
  • Delivered mail, newspapers, packages from the front porch to inside the home while caring for the pet.
  • Kept work area clean by sanitizing cages, dishes, bedding, toys. after use.
  • Played with dogs and cats to maintain socialization and reduce stress.
  • Educated pet owners on basic pet care and wellness, sharing insights and recommendations.
  • Delivered excellent service to pet owners to drive repeat business.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
  • Cleaned and sanitized equipment and surfaces to protect animal and staff health.
  • Cleaned up after dogs, maintaining cleanliness of public spaces.
  • Built rapport with dogs using verbal affirmations, petting and approved treats.
  • Responded appropriately to aggressive behaviors from dogs encountered during walks.
  • Took pets on regular bathroom breaks.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior during walks.
  • Communicated effectively with pet owners about their dog's progress and any recommendations.
  • Provided pet sitting services, including feeding and overnight care when necessary.
  • Ensured that all leashes were in good condition before each walk began.
  • Implemented leash training techniques for puppies and untrained dogs.

Education

General Studies

Acellus Academy
Kansas City, MO

Skills

  • Pet safety
  • Behavior monitoring
  • Housetraining
  • Animal exercise
  • Client privacy
  • Tick removal
  • Infection control
  • Pet care
  • House sitting
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Pet sitting
  • Doggy daycare
  • Medication management
  • Flexible schedule
  • Exercise encouragement
  • Basic training
  • Overnight stays
  • Behavioral training techniques
  • Animal safety
  • Pet nutrition
  • Travel preparation assistance
  • Senior pet care
  • Calm demeanor
  • Positive attitude
  • Grooming best practices
  • Playtime engagement
  • Health monitoring
  • Senior animal care
  • Schedule coordination
  • Pet transportation
  • Feeding routines
  • Honest and trustworthy
  • Behavior assessment
  • Pet boarding
  • Clean background check
  • Adaptability and dependability
  • Pet care management
  • Small animal care
  • Grooming and bathing
  • Multi-pet management
  • Special needs care
  • Fear-free handling
  • Home safety awareness
  • Cleanliness maintenance
  • Pet care needs
  • Behavior management
  • Following pet care instructions
  • Pet feeding
  • Valid Driver's license

Timeline

Pet Sitter/Dog Walker

Cristina Mudd
07.2024 - Current

Foster Animal Provider

Tupelo Human Society
05.2022 - Current

Pet Sitter/House

Carole Tennant
04.2022 - Current

Pet Sitter/Dog Walker/Dog Trainer

Dr. Debbie K. Wells
03.2022 - Current

General Studies

Acellus Academy

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