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April Rose Attard

Redcliffe

Summary

With a proven track record at Petcloud/RSPCA, I excel in delivering exceptional animal care and customer service. My expertise in animal nutrition management and my empathetic approach have significantly enhanced pet well-being. Demonstrating creativity in enrichment activities, I've fostered a safe and stimulating environment, achieving a high client retention rate.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Animal Carer/ Sitter

Petcloud/RSPCA
01.2010 - Current

• Dog walking/ playing activities

• Bathing and grooming

• Giving medications to dogs and cats

• Feeding animals

• General housekeeping/ cleaning

  • Fed and watered animals to provide necessary nutrients and keep pets healthy.
  • Provided daily nutrition to animals by preparing and distributing appropriate food portions according to species-specific needs.
  • Maintained clean and safe living environments for animals by regularly cleaning enclosures and providing proper bedding materials.
  • Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
  • Maintained equipment and facility to keep animal care environment and tools in good working order.
  • Monitored animal health to quickly recognize signs of illness and injury, seeking necessary medical attention.
  • Improved animal health by administering medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
  • Prepared special diets for animals to accommodate specific health conditions and species-specific needs.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • Successfully acclimated newly arrived animals into their new environment through gradual introductions and close monitoring of interactions with other residents at the facility.
  • Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
  • Documented daily observations of animal behavior, health, and food consumption to support ongoing monitoring efforts by veterinary staff.
  • Administered medications to animals, ensuring their recovery and continued health.
  • Improved shelter cleanliness with thorough daily cleaning and maintenance routines.
  • Implemented feeding schedules tailored to dietary needs of various animals, promoting optimal health.
  • Fostered safe environment, closely monitoring animal behavior to prevent aggression and injuries.
  • Developed enrichment activities for animals, enhancing their mental and physical well-being.
  • Maintained detailed records of animal care, treatments, and progress, contributing to effective health management.
  • Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
  • Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
  • Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
  • Washed, trimmed, and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
  • Prepared and administered medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarian.
  • Developed and implemented enrichment plans to keep animals healthy and stimulated.
  • Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
  • Assisted with development of animal behavior modification plans.
  • Demonstrated empathy and kindness to display positive character traits.
  • Implemented effective time management techniques to balance multiple responsibilities such as meal preparation, laundry services, and light housekeeping duties alongside childcare tasks.

Education

Dog Grooming Advanced Course

OCA

Skills

  • Pet handling
  • Animal care
  • Patience and tolerance
  • Cleaning protocols
  • Basic maintenance
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Medication administration
  • Animal enrichment
  • Physical fitness
  • Exercising and playing
  • Animal nutrition
  • Animal training
  • Nutritious feeding
  • Behavior analysis
  • Infection control
  • Disease prevention
  • Supply management
  • Animal nutrition management
  • Animal handling
  • Attention to detail
  • Honest and dependable
  • Human and animal safety
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Feeding and watering
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Customer service
  • Animal behavior education
  • Housekeeping duties
  • Customer communication
  • Work prioritization
  • Animal grooming
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Meal preparation
  • Animal observations
  • Food intake monitoring
  • Relationship building
  • Illness assessment and treatment
  • Written communication
  • Facilities maintenance
  • Equipment disinfection
  • Problem identification
  • Treatment Planning
  • Food supplement preparation
  • Physical condition monitoring
  • Information collection and recording
  • Treatment administration
  • Medication documentation
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Work planning
  • Materials ordering
  • Supply maintenance
  • Time management
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Professionalism

Timeline

Animal Carer/ Sitter

Petcloud/RSPCA
01.2010 - Current

Dog Grooming Advanced Course

OCA
April Rose Attard