Yuen CHOW
Melbourne,Victoria
Summary
Compassionate Animal Shelter Volunteer committed to keeping clear head in emotionally demanding position. Well-versed in helping visitors find adoptable pets, providing food, and water to animals and thoroughly cleaning living areas. Comfortable restraining animals and working under stressful conditions.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Cat Sitter
Self-employed
Melbourne, VIC
01.2024 - Current
- Administered medications when needed in accordance with veterinarian's orders.
- Observed cats for any signs of illness or injury.
- Conducted daily check-ins with cats to ensure their health and safety.
- Monitored cats for changes in behavior or appetite.
- Assisted in transporting cats to veterinary appointments when necessary.
- Developed strong relationships with customers through excellent customer service skills.
- Played with cats to provide exercise and stimulation.
Volunteer
Hong Kong Paws
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
07.2021 - Current
- Assisted with adoption events to ensure a successful outcome.
- Educated volunteers on proper animal handling techniques and safety protocols.
- Maintained records of all cats admitted into the shelter.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure that all needs of the cats are met.
- Ensured shelter areas were clean and safe for cats.
- Coordinated volunteer schedules according to organizational needs.
- Organized cat supplies such as food and litter boxes.
- Managed inventory of donated items from donors such as pet food, toys, bedding.
- Provided daily care for cats, including feeding, cleaning, and grooming.
- Developed relationships with local rescues and shelters to facilitate transfers when necessary.
- Interacted with potential adopters to provide information about the cats in our facility.
- Provided support during vet visits by helping restrain animals or providing comfort when needed.
- Performed administrative tasks such as answering phones and filing paperwork.
- Created marketing materials to promote adoptions and fundraising initiatives.
- Worked closely with foster parents to help socialize kittens prior to adoption.
- Monitored cats' health conditions on a regular basis.
- Tracked vaccinations and medications administered to each cat in the shelter.
- Conducted behavioral assessments of incoming cats to determine their suitability for adoption.
- Helped visitors to select and adopt appropriate animals based upon needs and requirements.
Education
J.D. - Law
Monash University
Melbourne05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Biomedicine
The University of Melbourne
Melbourne07-2021
High School Diploma -
Ipswich Girls' Grammar School
Queensland11-2017
Skills
- Nutrition understanding
- Emergency Preparedness
- Client Communication
- Special diets
- Medication Administration
- Customer Service
- Special needs experience
- Animal Grooming
- Behavior monitoring
- Pet Feeding
- Schedule Management
- Positive Attitude
- Honest and Trustworthy
- Animal Safety
- Breed and species knowledge
- Punctual and Reliable
- Flexible Schedule
- Regular Availability
- Social Media Promotion
- Creative Writing
- Veterinary Support
- Adoption procedures
- Office Administration
- Medical Assistance
- Adoption events
Affiliations
- Basketball
- Cello
Languages
English
Professional
Chinese (Cantonese)
Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Professional
French
Limited
Timeline
Cat Sitter
Self-employed
01.2024 - Current
Volunteer
Hong Kong Paws
07.2021 - Current
J.D. - Law
Monash University
Bachelor of Science - Biomedicine
The University of Melbourne
High School Diploma -
Ipswich Girls' Grammar School
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