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Sarah Reynolds

Narre Warren,VIC

Summary

Offering a wide range of knowledge and experience in regards to animals, especially with interest in dogs and horses. Brings a willingness to learn more about the industry with curiosity and confidence to better help owners and create a safe environment for all dogs in a doggy daycare. Very adaptable and loves a good problem to solve along with a cheerfulness to brighten the workplace and help customers. Advanced ability to read dog body language to keep all dogs safe and skills to intervene if necessary.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Dog Washer and Dryer

Hopes Dog Grooming
10.2024 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with coworkers by delivering excellent communication and taking on feedback with enthusiasm.
  • Prevent injury or accidents by closely monitoring dogs' behaviour during services and taking necessary precautions when handling them.
  • Handling dogs of all sizes in appropriate manners.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, ensuring the health and safety of all dogs and people in the facility.
  • Identified potential skin issues or other health concerns during washes.
  • Standing for extended periods of time and maintaining focus.
  • Paying close attention to details, ensuring dogs smell clean and that their coats are properly dry.

Obedience Instructor (Volunteer)

Berwick Obedience Dog Club
02.2024 - Current
  • Designed engaging lesson plans by incorporating diverse teaching methods to cater to different learning styles.
  • Teaching classes of upwards of 15 dogs and handlers at all levels.
  • Observing dog behaviour and body language during controlled meet and greets with other dogs and myself to keep all parties safe.
  • Offering a wide range of solutions in terms of training.
  • Observing group behaviour and engagement and altering ways of delivering information to get information across.
  • Communicating with other instructors to find solutions to problems and furthering training knowledge.
  • Knowledge of what to do in case of fights between dogs.

Education

Certificate II - Animal Studies

Foundation Learning Centre
Narre Warren
10-2024

Skills

  • Patience with animals
  • Cleanliness and hygiene
  • Animal handling of all sizes (mice to horses and in between)
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Critical thinking
  • Honest and dependable
  • Punctual
  • Photography
  • Flexibility
  • Quick learner

Timeline

Dog Washer and Dryer

Hopes Dog Grooming
10.2024 - Current

Obedience Instructor (Volunteer)

Berwick Obedience Dog Club
02.2024 - Current

Certificate II - Animal Studies

Foundation Learning Centre
Sarah Reynolds