Devoted Kennel Technician with deep love of animals and readiness to take on any care assignments. Protects animals and guests from undue risks with careful management of animal spaces and behaviors. Team-oriented professional always ready to handle everything from administrative to facilities maintenance in tasks in support of animal care needs.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Kennel Technician
Woodland Veterinary Clinic
Woodland, CA
06.2023 - Current
Provided daily care and monitoring of animals, including feeding, watering, cleaning cages and administering medications.
Maintained records of animal feedings, treatments and other updates.
Ensured cleanliness of kennels through regular sanitizing and disinfecting protocols.
Monitored animals for signs of illness or distress and reported to supervisor immediately.
Cleaned and sterilized surgical instruments before and after procedures.
Organized inventory of food, bedding supplies, toys and other items needed for animal care.
Conducted behavior assessments on new arrivals to determine appropriate housing needs.
Managed kennel facility by scheduling appointments, managing customer inquiries and maintaining a safe environment for both staff and animals.
Inspected kennels regularly for any possible health hazards or maintenance concerns.
Prepared food to meet needs of animals under care with appropriate meals.
Stayed on top of laundry, sweeping and disinfection protocols.
Cleaned living areas to provide healthy environment for boarded animals.
Removed waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas and placed in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures in a humane manner.
Recorded patient histories, patient observations, treatments, and medications administered.
Monitored safety of every animal to prevent injuries from other animals or environmental hazards.
Created consistent workflows by assisting with washing, drying and folding duties.
Prepared treatment rooms by setting up instruments, supplies, and medications needed for procedures.