Paige Walsh
Waukesha
Summary
Professional with strong background in animal care, prepared to excel in pet-focused environment. Committed to maintaining cleanliness and ensuring the wellbeing of all animals, fostering a safe and engaging environment. Proven skills in handling various breeds, species, and temperaments, as well as a strong communication abilities with pet owners.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dog Daycare Attendant
The Dog Place
Algonquin, IL
07.2021 - Current
- Supervised daily activities of dogs to ensure safe and engaging environment.
- Implemented feeding schedules and monitored dietary needs for various breeds.
- Observed dog interactions to identify behavioral issues and implemented corrective measures.
- Reduced the risk of accidents by closely supervising play areas and promptly addressing any signs of aggression or distress in dogs.
- Provided excellent care to dogs with special needs, ensuring they received proper medication and attention.
- Reduced anxiety in new or nervous dogs by using calming techniques and providing one-on-one attention, fostering more welcoming environment.
Animal Caretaker
Self Employed Services
Cary, IL
03.2014 - Current
- Provided daily nutrition to animals by preparing and distributing appropriate food portions according to species-specific needs.
- Maintained clean and safe living environments for animals by regularly cleaning enclosures and providing proper bedding materials.
- Handled a variety of different species safely and confidently during routine care tasks such as feeding, grooming, medication administration, and enclosure maintenance.
- Monitored animal health and behavior, reporting concerns promptly to ensure wellbeing.
- Developed and implemented enrichment activities to promote physical and mental stimulation.
Swim Instructor
Cary Park District Community Center
Cary, IL
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.
- Enhanced student swimming abilities through the development and implementation of personalized lesson plans.
- Developed customized lesson plans to meet diverse learning needs and goals of participants.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Behavior Science
Carroll University
Waukesha, WI05-2028
High School Diploma -
Acellus Acadamy
Kansas City, MO08-2023
Skills
- Cleanliness and sanitation
- Animal body language
- Patience and empathy
- Positive reinforcement methods
- Feeding and nutrition
- Canine behavior
- Animal care
- Feeding and watering
- Animal observations
- Food intake monitoring
- Reliability
- Attention to detail
Certification
Professional Certification in Fundamentals- Animal training class from the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance Academy
Timeline
Dog Daycare Attendant
The Dog Place
07.2021 - Current
Swim Instructor
Cary Park District Community Center
05.2019 - 08.2019
Animal Caretaker
Self Employed Services
03.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Animal Behavior Science
Carroll University
High School Diploma -
Acellus Acadamy
Professional Certification in Fundamentals- Animal Care training classes from San Diego Zoo Wildlife
Fundamental of Zoo Animal Care was a class I took through Carroll University. Through the class, you complete training lessons from the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance Academy. With completing the class, I received a Professional Certification Series.