Kiana Collins
Charlotte
Summary
Dedicated animal care professional skilled in pet safety protocols, dog behavior assessment, and client communication. Committed to maintaining a clean and safe environment for pets while providing exceptional care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Kennel Technician
Carolina Doggie Playland
Charlotte
08.2024 - Current
- Cleaned and sanitized kennels, promoting health and well-being of dogs.
- Monitored dog behavior and health during playtime and feeding sessions.
- Followed safety protocols to protect dogs and staff during all activities.
- Assisted with grooming activities, including bathing and brushing dogs.
- Conducted behavior assessments on new arrivals, facilitating appropriate housing placements.
- Communicated with pet owners regarding care instructions and updates on pets.
Dog Walker/Animal Caregiver
Care.com Inc
Charlotte
06.2019 - Current
- Walked dogs in various neighborhoods, prioritizing safety and comfort for each pet.
- Established strong relationships with clients through regular communication and updates.
- Provided basic care, including feeding and grooming, tailored to individual needs of each dog.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided and client preferences.
- Coordinated with pet owners to develop personalized walking plans for their dogs.
- Maintained detailed records of services rendered, tracking dates, times, distances traveled, and fees charged for each client.
Animal Care Attendant
Pet Palace Resort
Charlotte
11.2025 - 02.2026
- Provided daily care for pets, ensuring comfort and safety in a nurturing environment.
- Monitored pets for signs of illness or injury, promptly reporting abnormalities to management for timely intervention.
- Maintained detailed records of animal health, diet, and medical treatments.
- Ensured cleanliness of facilities by adhering to sanitation protocols, contributing to a healthy environment for animals.
- Performed regular inspections of kennels, runs, pens, and yards to uphold cleanliness standards and enhance animal welfare.
- Managed inventory of pet supplies, ensuring adequate stock for daily operations and care needs.
Dog Grooming Assistant
Bubbly Pups
Charlotte
08.2025 - 09.2025
- Bathed and dried pets, ensuring comfort and cleanliness throughout the process.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize grooming practices, improving service quality.
- Assisted in bathing, brushing, and drying of dogs.
- Organized inventory of grooming supplies, ensuring availability of essential items like shampoo, conditioner, brushes, and combs.
- Cleaned and sanitized grooming tools after each use to maintain hygiene standards.
- Monitored animals during grooming processes, ensuring safety and comfort throughout.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of North Carolina At Pembroke
Pembroke, NC12-2023
Skills
- Pet safety protocols
- Dog behavior assessment
- Animal safety
- Basic animal care
- Pet care
- Behavior monitoring
- Cleanliness and hygiene
- Record keeping
- Time management abilities
- Punctual and reliable
- Reliable and punctual
- Client communication
- Excellent communication
- Conflict resolution
- Analytical skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Adaptable thinking
- Professionalism
- Problem-solving abilities
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Animal Care Attendant
Pet Palace Resort
11.2025 - 02.2026
Dog Grooming Assistant
Bubbly Pups
08.2025 - 09.2025
Kennel Technician
Carolina Doggie Playland
08.2024 - Current
Dog Walker/Animal Caregiver
Care.com Inc
06.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of North Carolina At Pembroke