Katherine SIkes
Hillsborough
Summary
Dedicated animal care professional with experience at Saving Grace Animal Rescue, Inc. Skilled in animal training and compassionate communication, I successfully developed training plans that enhanced behavior in foster dogs. Proven ability to foster trusting relationships with clients while ensuring the health and well-being of pets through attentive care and effective management.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Animal Shelter Volunteer
Saving Grace Animal Rescue, Inc.
05.2020 - Current
- Provided daily care for animals, ensuring cleanliness and comfort in living spaces.
- Supported fundraising efforts through event planning and volunteer coordination, increasing community outreach.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Coordinated daily care routines for multiple dogs, ensuring their health and well-being.
- Developed training plans to improve behavior and socialization skills in fostered dogs.
- Maintained detailed records of medical histories and behavioral observations for each dog.
- Implemented enrichment activities to promote physical exercise and mental stimulation in foster dogs.
Pet Sitter
Neighbors And Family Members
01.2018 - Current
- Provided attentive care for pets, ensuring safety and comfort during each sitting assignment.
- Established trusting relationships with clients through consistent communication and updates on pet well-being.
- Managed daily exercise routines to promote physical health and mental stimulation for pets in care.
- Administered medications as directed, maintaining accurate records of doses and schedules.
- Implemented effective behavioral training techniques to address specific challenges during sittings.
- Prepared food and water following instructions from pet owners.
- Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
- Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
- Cleaned out and scooped litter trays and food and water bowls to provide clean environment for pets.
- Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text.
- Built trust with clients by consistently demonstrating reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail in all aspects of pet care provision.
Veterinary Intern
Colony Park Animal Hospital
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Participated in client consultations to address concerns and provide recommendations for pet care.
- Contributed consistently towards maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the clinic premises.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and collaboration with colleagues.
Swim Instructor
Orange County Sportsplex
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Instructed diverse groups in swim techniques, ensuring safety and comfort in water environments.
- Developed personalized lesson plans to accommodate varying skill levels and learning styles.
- Monitored student progress, providing constructive feedback to enhance swimming proficiency.
- Implemented engaging activities that promoted teamwork and confidence among participants.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of pool area, adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress and class dynamics.
- Assisted in training new instructors on curriculum standards and safety protocols.
- Evaluated instructional methods to improve class efficiency and participant satisfaction.
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Promoted a fun learning environment through engaging activities and games designed to reinforce essential swimming skills.
- Improved swimmer confidence by providing consistent positive reinforcement and constructive feedback on technique.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
University of Georgia
GA05-2028
Skills
- Kennel care
- Compassionate communication
- Pet grooming
- Animal training
- Animal handling
- Animal fostering
Timeline
Veterinary Intern
Colony Park Animal Hospital
06.2024 - 08.2024
Swim Instructor
Orange County Sportsplex
05.2022 - 08.2022
Animal Shelter Volunteer
Saving Grace Animal Rescue, Inc.
05.2020 - Current
Pet Sitter
Neighbors And Family Members
01.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
University of Georgia
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