Vicki Watts
DELTA,Colorado
Summary
Results-driven dog breeder with over 25 years of experience in breeding program management, health screening, and customer relationship management. Proven ability to streamline operations and enhance breed visibility.
Overview
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1
Certification
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator/Dog Breeder
Colorado Shorty Jacks
Delta, Colorado
01.2000 - 07.2025
- Directed daily operations of leading dog breeding business for streamlined processes.
- Supervised breeding programs, guaranteeing health and quality of puppies.
- Created marketing strategies that drove sales growth and improved breed visibility.
- Developed marketing materials to promote available puppies to potential buyers.
- Managed daily care routines, including feeding, grooming, and exercise.
- Maintained comprehensive records of breeding history and veterinary care to support health and quality assurance.
- Provided new owners with education on puppy care, training techniques, and breed characteristics to ensure successful pet ownership.
- Ensured compliance with animal welfare regulations in breeding practices.
- Collaborated with veterinarians to conduct health assessments and establish treatment plans, ensuring optimal care for dogs.
- Conducted health screenings and vaccinations for puppies and adult dogs.
- Coordinated communication among breeders, buyers, and stakeholders to streamline puppy sales.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for puppies being sent out of state or internationally.
- Ensured proper sanitation of facilities to support animal well-being. by keeping areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.
- Evaluated potential breeding dogs based on health and temperament criteria.
- Trained puppies in basic obedience commands prior to adoption.
- Ensured that breeding facilities were clean and well-maintained.
- Managed all financial transactions associated with the sale of puppies.
- Conducted research into canine genetics to ensure healthy litters.
- Conducted follow-up visits after adoption placements had been made.
- Created marketing materials such as brochures, flyers, and advertisements to attract potential customers.
- Maintained relationships with veterinarians to ensure optimal care for each animal.
- Developed a detailed understanding of breed standards for various breeds of dog.
- Observed behavior patterns among different breeds in order to make informed decisions about future breeding plans.
- Performed routine health checks on puppies, including vaccinations and deworming.
- Responded promptly to customer complaints or concerns regarding purchased animals.
- Inspected prospective homes before approving adoptions of puppies bred at the kennel.
- Collaborated with other breeders in order to increase knowledge base around best practices in the industry.
- Monitored food intake, exercise levels, and overall health of puppies.
- Observed animals in heat to detect estrus and exercised them to induce estrus.
- Designed medication and exercise plans for animals to optimize health.
- Injected females with prepared semen and biological samples for insemination.
- Coordinated logistics for animal transactions, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Injected females with prepared semen and biological samples for insemination.
- Coordinated logistics for animal transactions, ensuring compliance with regulations.
Skills
- Breeding program oversight
- Canine genetic analysis
- Health assessments
- Veterinary partnerships
- Breeding ethics
- Puppy obedience training
- Client engagement
Certification
- Colorado State Dog Breeders License PAFCA DBA Colorado Jack Russell Terriers LLC.
Timeline
Owner/Operator/Dog Breeder
Colorado Shorty Jacks
01.2000 - 07.2025