Horse Caretaker
- Ensured safety of horses by maintaining clean and secure stables at all times.
- Developed strong bonds with horses through consistent care and attention, fostering trust between caretaker and animal.
- Provided treatment for minor horse injuries.
- Administered medications to horses as prescribed by veterinarians, resulting in improved health conditions.
- Monitored horse behavior for signs of stress or illness, promptly addressing any concerns with veterinary professionals.
- Worked with ranch hands to clean stables and riding areas.
- Managed inventory of feed, supplies, and equipment necessary for daily horse care operations.
- Fit gear for horses and specific riders.
- Led horses from stables to fields and back to maintain control of animals.
- Filled hay nets and water buckets and measured feed and supplements to keep horses well-fed.
- Mucked out stables, swept yard and stacked feed and bedding to foster clean and comfortable environment for animals.
- Checked horses for wellness issues to report problems or treat minor ailments and injuries.
- Cleaned and brushed horses' coats to improve skin and coat and decrease health problems.
- Tacked up horses to increase control over movements.
- Washed, trimmed, and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
- Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness, or injury and communicated concerns to owners.
- Performed basic wound care and other medical aid, working with veterinarians to handle advanced cases.