Dedicated kennel technician with strong skills in animal care, health monitoring, and customer engagement. Committed to ensuring safety and cleanliness while fostering positive interactions among pets and potential adopters.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Kennel Technician
Briggs Animal Adoption Center
Charlestown, WV
03.2007 - Current
Provided daily care for animals, ensuring cleanliness and comfort in kennels.
Provided daily care and monitoring of animals, including feeding, watering, cleaning cages and administering medications.
Assisted with feeding and administering medications to shelter animals.
Monitored animals for signs of illness or distress and reported to supervisor immediately.
Monitored animal interactions, promoting safe and positive behaviors among pets.
Coordinated cleaning schedules to maintain hygiene and safety standards.
Supported animal health by keeping areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.
Managed laundry tasks, ensuring timely cleaning and availability of linens and supplies., sweeping and disinfection protocols.
Prepared food to meet the needs of animals under care with appropriate meals.
Supported veterinary staff during routine check-ups and medical treatments.
Engaged with potential adopters, offering information on available pets.
Organized inventory of food, bedding supplies, toys and other items needed for animal care.
Retail Sales Associate
Petco Animal Supplies Stores Inc.
Winchester, Virginia
04.2006 - 12.2006
Utilized extensive product knowledge to provide tailored assistance to customers, enhancing their shopping experience. of store products and services.
Assisted customers in selecting appropriate pet supplies and products.
Educated customers on pet care, nutrition, and health products.
Monitored sales floor to proactively assist customers and ensure timely replenishment of merchandise.
Collaborated with team members to efficiently restock shelves and maintain optimal inventory levels.
Restocked shelves, racks and bins with latest merchandise and changed signage to promote special items.
Maintained product displays to ensure a clean and organized shopping environment.
Maintained a clean work environment by sweeping, dusting, vacuuming and mopping floors.