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Shelton Vasquez

Kaufman

Summary

After graduating high school I went on to Tarleton State University where I was on the rodeo team and majored in wildlife management.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Large Animal Technician

Risinger Veterinary Hospital
  • Maintained clean and safe living environments for animals, reducing the risk of disease and injury.
  • Implemented enrichment activities tailored to individual species'' needs, promoting mental well-being alongside physical health in managed populations.
  • Educated colleagues about best practices in large animal handling, fostering a safer work environment for both staff and animals.
  • Enhanced animal welfare by providing daily care and monitoring health conditions of large animals.
  • Monitored animal behavior closely and reported any changes to veterinary staff promptly for appropriate action.
  • Adapted quickly to emergency situations involving large animals, applying problem-solving abilities alongside technical skills to minimize risks.

Ranch Hand

Santa Anita Cattle Company
11.2022 - 03.2024
  • Mended fences in disrepair to prevent livestock from wandering off and to keep predators out.
  • Herded livestock using horses or ranch ATVs.
  • Maintained equipment and ranch structures.
  • Repaired equipment and animal living spaces.
  • Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
  • Cleared brush and maintained trails to keep ranch safe and accessible for animals and people.
  • Moved livestock by herding animals to different ranch locations to avoid pasture damage.
  • Kept grounds clean and orderly by monitoring and repairing fences, shoveling snow and removing debris.
  • Ensured healthy livestock through regular monitoring, vaccination, and treatment of illnesses.
  • Cared for about 800-1000 animals by feeding, watering, vaccinating and assisting with birthing.

Education

Diploma -

Kaufman High School
Kaufman, TX
05.2014

Skills

  • Critical thinking
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Animal behavior assessment
  • Veterinary medicine
  • Large animal handling
  • Self starter
  • Problem solver
  • Hard working

Timeline

Ranch Hand

Santa Anita Cattle Company
11.2022 - 03.2024

Large Animal Technician

Risinger Veterinary Hospital

Diploma -

Kaufman High School

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