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Danielle Holland

Summary

Enthusiastic Pet Care Associate determined to work hard in fast-paced environments. Team-driven and compassionate towards all animals. Ready to tackle new challenges and create personalized play sessions in animal-focused role. Reliable and punctual Animal Care team member with proven skills cleaning animal areas, coordinating inventory and managing animal needs with care and compassion. Highly organized and hardworking with good communication and multitasking abilities.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Professional Dog Groomer And Owner

Snout2tail Dog Grooming
09.2016 - 07.2023
  • Trimmed nails using clippers and grinders.
  • Removed undercoat buildup and conducted de-shedding on double-coated animals such as Husky's and Malamutes.
  • Dematted dogs and trimmed hair in ears and between paw pads.
  • Bathed dogs and cats to remove fleas, ticks and other skin parasites.
  • Cut and styled pet hair according to client speciations to prevent matting and tangling.
  • Brushed animal teeth to maintain dental health and prevent tooth decay and bad breath.
  • Cleaned cat and dog ears to prevent ear infections.
  • Spoke to customers regarding lodging, grooming, daycare services, and pricing and cross-sold additional items.
  • Cleaned tear stains from fur using safe chemical cleansers.
  • Cleaned animals' eyes to prevent eye infections and keep pet vision clear.
  • Delivered continuous focus and attention to lodged animals, promoting high level of care and oversight.
  • Applied tick and flea preventatives following manufacture guidelines for animal safety.
  • Monitored animals for behavioural problems and signs of health issues.
  • Washed, trimmed and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
  • Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness, or injury and communicated concerns to owners.
  • Kept animal coats clean and healthy with regular washing, grooming, and trimming.
  • Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
  • Monitored animal behaviour and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries, or potential diseases.
  • Assisted with development of animal behaviour modification plans.
  • Documented animals' weight, size and condition in computer system for review by senior staff.
  • Reset procedure rooms between appointments and disinfected equipment.
  • Provided specialty breed clips for Poodles, Schnauzers and Yorkshire Terriers.
  • Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
  • Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
  • Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
  • Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
  • Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
  • Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
  • Processed refunds and exchanges in accordance with company policy.
  • Set up new sales displays each week with fresh merchandise.

Professional Dog Groomer

Puppa Cuts
10.2022 - 01.2023
  • Trimmed nails using clippers and grinders.
  • Removed undercoat buildup and conducted de-shedding on double-coated animals such as Huskys and Malamutes.
  • Dematted dogs and trimmed hair in ears and between paw pads.
  • Bathed dogs and cats to remove fleas, ticks and other skin parasites.
  • Cut and styled pet hair according to client speciations to prevent matting and tangling.
  • Provided specialty breed clips for Poodles, Schnauzers and Yorkshire Terriers.
  • Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
  • Spoke to customers regarding lodging, grooming, daycare services, and pricing and cross-sold additional items.
  • Washed, trimmed and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
  • Monitored animals for behavioural problems and signs of health issues.
  • Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness, or injury and communicated concerns to owners.
  • Kept animal coats clean and healthy with regular washing, grooming, and trimming.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
  • Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
  • Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.

Wildlife Carer

Kerry Wildlife
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Fed and watered animals to provide necessary nutrients and keep pets healthy.
  • Cleaned animal enclosures maintain clean living spaces for pets and prevent spread of disease.
  • Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviours and eliminating safety hazards.
  • Maintained equipment and facility to keep animal care environment and tools in good working order.
  • Prepared special diets for animals to accommodate specific health conditions and species-specific needs.
  • Provided enrichment activities to improve physical and psychological well-being of pets and prevent boredom.
  • Monitored animal health to quickly recognize signs of illness and injury, seeking necessary medical attention.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • Protected animals from care errors by maintaining clear and secure tags.
  • Documented observations of animal behaviour and physical condition to track health and progress.
  • Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
  • Assisted researchers in conducting studies by collecting and providing data about animals in care.
  • Prepared and administered medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarian.
  • Monitored animals for behavioural problems and signs of health issues.
  • Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness, or injury and communicated concerns to owners.
  • Kept animal coats clean and healthy with regular washing, grooming, and trimming.
  • Educated visitors and staff on proper animal care and handling.
  • Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
  • Cleaned and sanitized cages and living areas to promote health and wellbeing.
  • Provided companionship and comfort to animals in need of extra love and attention.
  • Kept animals healthy and socialized by providing regular exercises and walks.
  • Cared for over [Number] animals by feeding and bathing, taking dogs for walks, cleaning litter boxes, and supervising playtime.
  • Maintained detailed records of animal care and feeding schedules to track animal care and history.
  • Attended community events to promote pet adoption and responsible pet ownership.
  • Provided humane care of domestic and wild animals.
  • Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
  • Assisted with adoption process by providing information about animals to potential adopters.
  • Helped with intake of newly surrendered animals, providing food, water and medical attention.
  • Participated in educational programs to raise awareness of animal welfare issues.
  • Administered first aid to animals in need of medical attention.
  • Monitored animal behaviour and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries, or potential diseases.

Customer Service Cashier

Risions
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Resolved customer complaints and maintained clean and tidy checkout area.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Met customer service goals and exceeded customer expectations.
  • Enabled customers to feel welcomed, important, and appreciated by answering questions about products sold throughout store.
  • Processed customer orders and accurately handled payment transactions.
  • Developed and managed relationships with customers to increase customer loyalty.
  • Utilized POS system to handle customer cash and credit card transactions.
  • Answered product questions using knowledge of sales and store promotions.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with quick and professional handling of product returns.
  • Arranged and replenished service desk displays and merchandise racks to maintain appearance of store.
  • Maintained accurate records of customer transactions for reporting purposes.
  • Referred to price sheets and special sale bulletins to enter price changes.
  • Maintained awareness of surroundings and secured cash to minimize loss potential.
  • Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
  • Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
  • Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
  • Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
  • Processed refunds and exchanges in accordance with company policy.
  • Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
  • Restrained animals safely during exams and procedures.
  • Educated caregivers and pet owners on animal care, nutrition, and disease management.
  • Maintained patient charts by documenting information to reflect updated health issues and most recent medical treatment.
  • Protected animals from care errors by maintaining clear and secure tags.

Professional Dog Groomer

Ranc Petservices
08.2015 - 07.2019
  • Trimmed nails using clippers and grinders.
  • Removed undercoat buildup and conducted de-shedding on double-coated animals such as Huskys and Malamutes.
  • Dematted dogs and trimmed hair in ears and between paw pads.
  • Bathed dogs and cats to remove fleas, ticks and other skin parasites.
  • Cut and styled pet hair according to client speciations to prevent matting and tangling.
  • Provided specialty breed clips for Poodles, Schnauzers and Yorkshire Terriers.
  • Applied dip for mange and parasite control.
  • Monitored animals for behavioural problems and signs of health issues.
  • Washed, trimmed and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
  • Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
  • Kept animal coats clean and healthy with regular washing, grooming, and trimming.
  • Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
  • Trained animals in behavioural compliance or other special routines or commands.
  • Educated visitors and staff on proper animal care and handling.
  • Managed inventory, ordered new supplies and maintained optimal storage to meet expected needs.
  • Assisted with development of animal behaviour modification plans.

Professional Dog Groomer

K9 Cubby
05.2015 - 02.2018
  • Trimmed nails using clippers and grinders.
  • Removed undercoat buildup and conducted de-shedding on double-coated animals such as Huskys and Malamutes.
  • Dematted dogs and trimmed hair in ears and between paw pads.
  • Bathed dogs and cats to remove fleas, ticks and other skin parasites.
  • Spoke to customers regarding lodging, grooming, daycare services, and pricing and cross-sold additional items.
  • Cleaned tear stains from fur using safe chemical cleansers.
  • Cleaned animals' eyes to prevent eye infections and keep pet vision clear.
  • Provided specialty breed clips for Poodles, Schnauzers and Yorkshire Terriers.
  • Applied tick and flea preventatives following manufacture guidelines for animal safety.
  • Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
  • Washed, trimmed and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
  • Monitored animals for behavioural problems and signs of health issues.
  • Rehabilitation on dog
  • Totally Wild tv show on grooming needs
  • Ran salon and trained new groomers

Professional Dog Groomer

Bestfriends
11.2010 - 11.2014
  • Trimmed nails using clippers and grinders.
  • Removed undercoat buildup and conducted de-shedding on double-coated animals such as Huskys and Malamutes.
  • Dematted dogs and trimmed hair in ears and between paw pads.
  • Bathed dogs and cats to remove fleas, ticks and other skin parasites.
  • Administered anal gland expression to prevent discomfort and infections in pets.
  • Cut and styled pet hair according to client speciations to prevent matting and tangling.
  • Brushed animal teeth to maintain dental health and prevent tooth decay and bad breath.
  • Spoke to customers regarding lodging, grooming, daycare services, and pricing and cross-sold additional items.
  • Cleaned tear stains from fur using safe chemical cleansers.
  • Cleaned animals' eyes to prevent eye infections and keep pet vision clear.
  • Provided specialty breed clips for Poodles, Schnauzers and Yorkshire Terriers.
  • Applied tick and flea preventatives following manufacture guidelines for animal safety.
  • Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
  • Monitored animals for behavioural problems and signs of health issues.
  • Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
  • Washed, trimmed and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
  • Kept animal coats clean and healthy with regular washing, grooming, and trimming.

Customer Service Cashier

Pet City Pets
10.2004 - 08.2005
  • Resolved customer complaints and maintained clean and tidy checkout area.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Processed customer orders and accurately handled payment transactions.
  • Developed and managed relationships with customers to increase customer loyalty.
  • Counted money in drawers at beginning and end of each shift.
  • Redeemed coupons to discount purchases.
  • Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
  • Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
  • Processed refunds and exchanges in accordance with company policy.
  • customer service

cleaned animal inclosures


Education

High School Diploma -

Capalaba State High
Capalaba, QLD
1998

Skills

customer service

cash handling

team play

training and organising staff

Creativity skills

time management

active listener

management skills

writing skills

Timeline

Professional Dog Groomer

Puppa Cuts
10.2022 - 01.2023

Wildlife Carer

Kerry Wildlife
01.2022 - 01.2023

Customer Service Cashier

Risions
06.2021 - 08.2021

Professional Dog Groomer And Owner

Snout2tail Dog Grooming
09.2016 - 07.2023

Professional Dog Groomer

Ranc Petservices
08.2015 - 07.2019

Professional Dog Groomer

K9 Cubby
05.2015 - 02.2018

Professional Dog Groomer

Bestfriends
11.2010 - 11.2014

Customer Service Cashier

Pet City Pets
10.2004 - 08.2005

High School Diploma -

Capalaba State High
Danielle Holland