Millie Johnson
Hilliard,OH
Summary
Compassionate animal caretaker with veterinary, pet retail, and kennel experience. Possesses strong skills in animal handling, behavior assessment, veterinary knowledge, and client communication. Demonstrates a strong ability to improve facility procedures for optimal animal welfare and safety. Known for fostering positive relationships between animals and humans through effective communication and training techniques.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dog Walker/Pet Sitter
Rover.com
Grove City, OH
07.2025 - Current
- Delivered reliable and compassionate care for dogs of various breeds, sizes, and temperaments during daily walks and pet sitting bookings, ensuring their well-being.
- Ensure the safety of dogs by adhering to traffic regulations and following the owner's instructions regarding feeding schedules and medication administration.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients through open communication and trustworthiness, consistently providing exceptional service and peace of mind.
- Always arrive punctually for scheduled appointments and provide regular updates and photos to owners on their pets' activities.
- Identified signs of illness or injury in dogs under my care and informed owners or obtained veterinary assistance.
- Accommodated last-minute requests for additional walks or pet sitting services, demonstrating flexibility and commitment to meeting clients' needs.
Pet Pro
PetSuites
Worthington, OH
09.2025 - 01.2026
- Monitored daily play group, ensuring all dogs played nicely and safely.
- Documented incidents of aggression, injury, or fear during daily play group sessions to maintain safety and well-being of all dogs.
- Developed skills to read canine behaviors and identify signs of fear and aggression, enhancing group management.
- Fed both cats and dogs on a daily basis, using instructions given directly via the owner.
- Cleaned and disinfected kennels daily, ensuring a safe and hygienic environment for guests and staff.
Store Team Member
Pet Supplies Plus
Grove City, OH
08.2022 - 07.2025
- Provided customers with knowledge about the products offered in the store and their functions.
- Developed strong customer service skills by providing helpful assistance to customers.
- Performed opening and closing duties, including animal care, stocking shelves, and cleaning the store.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by promptly addressing questions and concerns.
Intern
Stringtown Animal Hospital
Grove City, OH
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Collected thorough patient histories.
- Managed database of client/patient accounts to ensure accurate record-keeping.
- Acquired new information and practiced skills under guidance of experienced professionals to enhance clinical competencies.
- Organized supplies and equipment regularly to uphold a clean and efficient work environment.
Intern
Medvet Diley Hill
Canal Winchester, OH
08.2024 - 10.2024
- Trained in different departments and worked with a variety of veterinarians, technicians, and assistants.
- Applied classroom knowledge to scenarios within the internship experience.
- Assisted veterinarians in performing medical procedures, including administering medications, wound cleaning, and bandaging.
- Monitored vital signs of patients, such as heart rate, respiration, and temperature upon arrival.
Intern
COPAW
Columbus, OH
08.2024 - 10.2024
- Gained experience and knowledge of how a high-volume spay and neuter clinic runs.
- Developed strong time management skills by multitasking due to the high volume of animals.
- Executed tasks independently to meet clinic needs.
Education
Veterinary Technology - Associates Degree
Columbus State Community College
Columbus05-2025
Skills
- Customer service
- Veterinary experience
- Medical History Collection
- Animal restraint
- Animal handling
- Time management
- Veterinary CPR
- Communication skills
- Retail sales
- Team collaboration
- Animal nutrition management
- Veterinary medication administration
- Client communication
- Kennel experience
- Emergency response
Certification
Driver's License
Languages
English
Timeline
Pet Pro
PetSuites
09.2025 - 01.2026
Dog Walker/Pet Sitter
Rover.com
07.2025 - Current
Intern
Stringtown Animal Hospital
10.2024 - 12.2024
Intern
Medvet Diley Hill
08.2024 - 10.2024
Intern
COPAW
08.2024 - 10.2024
Store Team Member
Pet Supplies Plus
08.2022 - 07.2025
Veterinary Technology - Associates Degree
Columbus State Community College