SARAH KOTULAN
Alexandria,VIRGINIA
Summary
Passionate Equine Caretaker with proven expertise in equine health and safety, honed at High Standards Equestrian Center. Excelled in organizational skills and equine behavior management, ensuring optimal care and efficiency. Demonstrated ability to lead with enthusiasm, significantly improving animal welfare and team coordination. Motivated student with excellent communication and interpersonal skills looking to gain valuable experience in a professional setting.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Umoya Khulua Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Provided daily care for over 20 diverse wildlife species, including feeding, habitat maintenance, and health monitoring.
- Ensured proper nutrition through species-specific meal preparation and dietary planning.
- Maintained clean and safe enclosures by performing routine sanitation and environmental enrichment tasks.
- Collaborated with conservation staff to support rehabilitation efforts and promote animal welfare.
- Gained hands-on experience in ethical wildlife management and sustainable conservation practices.
Dog Walker
Wag
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Responded to questions from patrons and provided information about animals, such as behavior, habitat, breeding habits, and facility activities.
- Observed and cautioned children petting and feeding animals in designated areas to promote safety of humans and animals.
- Assisted pet owners in selecting appropriate equipment such as leashes, harnesses and collars.
- Maintained accurate records of all walks, including duration and any special instructions from clients.
- Examined and observed animals to detect signs of illness or injury, reporting observations to owner.
- Ensured safe handling of dogs at all times, following company safety protocols.
- Picked up and disposed of pet waste with waste bags.
- Utilized knowledge of canine behavior and body language to identify signs of stress or illness in pets.
Equine Caretaker
Camp Friendship
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Mixed food, liquid formulas, medications, and food supplements accorded to instructions, prescriptions, and knowledge of animal species.
- Assisted in the coordination of horse care, including feeding, grooming and exercising horses.
- Facilitated effective communication between staff members assigned different tasks related to equine caretaking duties.
- Fed and watered animals with appropriate schedules and feeding procedures.
- Provided treatment to sick and injured animals, and contact veterinarians to secure treatment.
- Focused on learning new skills and staying updated with industry changes.
- Observed and cautioned children petting and feeding animals in designated areas to promote safety of humans and animals.
- Cleaned and disinfected surgical equipment.
- Maintained physical and mental health.
Equine Caretaker
High Standards Equestrian Center
11.2020 - 12.2021
- Examined and observed animals to detect signs of illness, disease, and injury.
- Performed animal grooming duties, such as washing, brushing, clipping and trimming coats, cutting nails, and cleaning ears.
- Ensured proper handling techniques were followed when working with horses in order to prevent injury or harm.
- Maintained accurate records of horse health, feedings, treatments and medications administered.
- Displayed exceptional organizational skills by scheduling farrier appointments and coordinating transport arrangements.
- Provided daily upkeep of stables, stalls, paddocks and other areas related to horse care.
- Provided treatment to sick and injured animals, and contact veterinarians to secure treatment.
Education
High School Diploma -
St. Stephans And St. Agnes School
Alexandria, VA06.2024
Skills
- Equine Anatomy
- Equine Behavior
- Equine First Aid
- Analytical Skills
- Outdoor survival techniques
- First aid certification
- Hiking and backpacking
- Wildlife identification
- Group leadership
- Horse Breeds
- Risk Management
- Organizational Skills
- Horseback riding guidance
- Leave No Trace principles
- Backcountry camping
- Team building exercises
- Wilderness navigation
- Wildlife management
- Animal nutrition
- Body condition scoring
- Enclosure upkeep
- Wildlife enrichment
Timeline
Volunteer
Umoya Khulua Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
06.2025 - 07.2025
Dog Walker
Wag
06.2024 - 07.2024
Equine Caretaker
Camp Friendship
06.2022 - 07.2022
Equine Caretaker
High Standards Equestrian Center
11.2020 - 12.2021
High School Diploma -
St. Stephans And St. Agnes School
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