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Rylee Loucks

Oriskany Falls,NY

Summary

Dedicated equine caretaker with extensive experience at Crawford Farms, skilled in horse handling and equine rehabilitation. Proven ability to enhance horse well-being through effective grooming and health monitoring. Strong communicator, adept at collaborating with veterinarians to ensure optimal care and recovery for horses. Committed to maintaining a safe and clean environment.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Equine Caretaker

Crawford Farms
Cazenovia, NY
08.2025 - Current
  • Provided daily care including feeding, grooming, and monitoring health of horses.
  • Assisted in maintaining clean and safe living environments for equine residents.
  • Followed safety protocols when handling and caring for horses to ensure well-being.
  • Administered medications as directed by veterinarians to ensure health compliance.
  • Monitored behavior and physical condition of horses, reporting changes to management.
  • Maintained equipment and supplies, ensuring readiness for daily operations and needs.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for horses, resulting in reduced injuries and accidents.
  • Provided specialized care for injured or ill horses, facilitating their recovery process.
  • Enhanced horse well-being by providing daily grooming and thorough cleaning of stalls.
  • Assisted with veterinary visits for routine checkups, vaccinations, and emergency treatments.
  • Administered prescribed medications to ensure optimal health of each equine under care.
  • Monitored horse behavior closely to identify any potential health issues or changes in temperament.
  • 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.
  • Mucked out stables, swept yard and stacked feed and bedding to foster clean and comfortable environment for animals.

Horse Groom

Vernon Downs Harness Racing
Vernon, NY
10.2021 - 08.2024
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of stables to ensure optimal horse health.
  • Assisted in grooming and preparing horses for races, enhancing their appearance and performance readiness.
  • Monitored horse behavior and health, reporting any concerns to trainers promptly.
  • Implemented feeding schedules and dietary plans to support horse nutrition and energy levels.
  • Enhanced stable cleanliness by performing regular mucking and disinfecting tasks.
  • Tacked up horses to increase control over movements.
  • Washed, trimmed, and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
  • Performed basic wound care and other medical aid, working with veterinarians to handle advanced cases.

Education

High School Diploma -

Madison Central School
Madison, NY
06.2024

High School Diploma -

Madison Oneida BOCES
Verona, NY
06.2024

Skills

  • Horse handling
  • Equine rehabilitation
  • Groundwork skills
  • Equine first aid
  • Vet Assistant
  • Equine Care

Certification

Vet Assistant

Equine Science

Timeline

Equine Caretaker

Crawford Farms
08.2025 - Current

Horse Groom

Vernon Downs Harness Racing
10.2021 - 08.2024

High School Diploma -

Madison Central School

High School Diploma -

Madison Oneida BOCES
Rylee Loucks