Natasha Keeler
Fairview,MO
Summary
Dedicated animal care professional with extensive experience at Prime Pets, excelling in animal health monitoring and sanitation protocols. Proven ability to implement effective treatment plans and foster teamwork, ensuring optimal well-being for all animals. Recognized for compassionate care and strong organizational skills, contributing to successful rehoming efforts and improved facility operations. Personable and reliable with passion for animal care and welfare. Possesses foundational knowledge in animal behavior and veterinary assistance, coupled with strong skills in handling and caring for various breeds. Committed to ensuring safe and healthy environment for all animals under care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Kennel Technician
Prime Pets
04.2025 - 09.2025
- Assisted in daily care and feeding of animals, ensuring optimal health and well-being.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of kennel facilities to promote a safe environment.
- Observed animal behavior to identify signs of distress or illness for timely reporting.
- Supported training sessions for new staff, fostering a collaborative learning atmosphere.
- Managed inventory of supplies, ensuring availability for all kennel operations.
- Contributed to record-keeping processes for animal health and treatment history management.
- Consistently met deadlines for routine tasks like feeding, walking, grooming, administering medications – ensuring that the pets received optimal care during their stay.
- Maintained compliance with local regulations and industry standards by adhering to guidelines for proper animal welfare and facility maintenance.
- Actively participated in continuous professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices in animal care.
- Enhanced pet health by implementing strict cleanliness protocols and ensuring proper sanitation of kennels.
- Collaborated with veterinarians to develop individualized treatment plans for animals with special needs or medical conditions.
- Reduced illness outbreaks with thorough monitoring of animal health and prompt reporting of any concerns.
- Contributed to the successful rehoming of numerous animals by providing compassionate care and support while they awaited adoption.
- Managed supply inventory to ensure adequate resources were available for daily tasks, such as cleaning and feeding.
- Improved overall facility organization by implementing effective record-keeping systems for tracking animal progress and client interactions.
- Administered medication according to veterinarian instructions, closely monitoring the effects on animal health and wellbeing.
- Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards.
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
- Followed effective process for bathing and grooming dogs to remove dirt, loose hair, parasites, and hair mats.
- Trained new staff on kennel maintenance, animal care and feeding protocols.
- Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
- Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries, or potential diseases.
- Performed basic wound care and other medical aid, working with veterinarians to handle advanced cases.
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
- 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.
- Prepared and administered medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarian.
Kennel Technician
South Paw
09.2022 - 04.2025
- Ensured health and well-being of dogs through daily care routines, regular feeding, and exercise.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to uphold optimal animal health standards.
- Conducted behavioral assessments to identify and address specific needs of individual animals.
- Maintained kennel cleanliness, adhering to safety protocols to prevent disease outbreaks.
Education
GED -
Neosho High School
Neosho, MOSkills
- Animal handling expertise
- Compassion and empathy
- Animal restraint techniques
- Sanitation protocols
- Animal nutrition
- Canine behavior
- Facility maintenance
- Grooming and hygiene
- Behavior observation
- Care monitoring
- Record keeping
- Feeding management
- Kennel maintenance
- Animal monitoring
- Animal bathing
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Honest and dependable
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Animal care
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Human and animal safety
- Meal preparation
- Housekeeping duties
- Feeding and watering
- Task prioritization
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Problem identification
- Professionalism
- Animal observations
- Time management abilities
- Animal grooming
- Physical stamina
- Inventory management
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Progress documentation
- Injury and illness treatment
- Treatment administration and documentation
Timeline
Head Kennel Technician
Prime Pets
04.2025 - 09.2025
Kennel Technician
South Paw
09.2022 - 04.2025
GED -
Neosho High School