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Horseback Riding, Animal Rescue, Hiking, Art & Antiques
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Reagan Lay

Belleview,FL

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate animal care professional with experience as a stable hand and pet care provider. Proficient in the care and handling of various animals, including horses, reptiles and small animals. Eager to contribute my expertise, and love for animal welfare to your organization as your new Kennel Assistant.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Equine Caretaker & Stable Hand

Silverstride Equestrian Center
01.2023 - 10.2023
  • Mucked out stables, swept yard and stacked feed and bedding to foster clean and comfortable environment for animals.
  • Filled hay nets and water buckets and measured feed and supplements to keep horses well-fed.
  • Led horses from stables to fields and back to maintain control of animals.
  • Cleaned and brushed horses' coats to improve skin and coat and decrease health problems.
  • Prepped meds and administered to horses.
  • Checked horses for wellness issues to report problems or treat minor ailments and injuries, and treated wounds.

Stable Hand

Karl Slezak Eventing
01.2022 - 11.2022
  • Feeding and caring for horses, ensuring they have clean water and appropriate nutrition.
  • Kept animal coats clean and healthy with regular washing, grooming, and trimming.
  • Administered horse medication and necessary special care.
  • Monitored animal behavior and to identify illnesses, injuries, or potential diseases.
  • Grooming and exercising horses, including brushing, saddling, and leading them.
  • Cleaning and maintaining horse stalls and barn facility to ensure a clean and safe environment.


Retail Sales & Animal Care Specialist

PetSmart
02.2019 - 11.2021
  • Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
  • Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
  • Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
  • Cleaned animal enclosures maintain clean living spaces for pets and prevent spread of disease.
  • Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
  • Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
  • Kept cages and grooming areas neat and clean.
  • Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
  • Educated visitors and staff on proper animal care and handling.
  • Cared for sick and healthy animals to include reptiles, fish, small animals and cats.

Education

GED -

Virtual Academy
Cincinnati
04.2019

Skills

  • Safety Policies and Procedures For Animals
  • Administered Medications
  • Animal Grooming
  • Organizational Skills
  • Feeding and Watering
  • Physical Condition Monitoring
  • Illness and Injury Detection
  • Facility Laundry and Cleaning

Horseback Riding, Animal Rescue, Hiking, Art & Antiques

In my spare time, you will find me at the barn spending time with my horse, Austin or at home with my own fur babies, Moses, Zazu, Doris and Tequila.  I also enjoy nature and hiking and visiting Antique stores with my Mom!

Timeline

Equine Caretaker & Stable Hand

Silverstride Equestrian Center
01.2023 - 10.2023

Stable Hand

Karl Slezak Eventing
01.2022 - 11.2022

Retail Sales & Animal Care Specialist

PetSmart
02.2019 - 11.2021

GED -

Virtual Academy

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