Animal Management BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma - September 2014 - June 2016
• Achieved Merit, Merit, Pass grade in Animal Management
• Studied a wide range of units including animal biology, genetics, zoo, livestock, conservation, animal training, and animal behaviour.
• Practical husbandry sessions for the animals that lived on campus.
• In my second year of college, I became a team leader to the first-year students. I was responsible for delegating tasks, giving support, and teaching skills during our practical sessions.
Whilst I was at college, I was required to complete 6 weeks of unpaid work experience. I completed this at various veterinary practices, rescues, a petting farm, and a kennel/cattery.
Patient Care Assistant – September 2024 – Present
Vermont Veterinary Surgery
• Assisting veterinarians and veterinary nurses in providing care to animals, including feeding, watering, cleaning, walking and monitoring the well-being.
• Assist veterinarians and nurses with pet restraint for procedures or anesthesia induction.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation in the clinic, ensuring all equipment and supplies are properly stored.
• Prepare laboratory samples and assist in conducting diagnostic tests as needed.
• Caring for animals, administering simple medical treatments under instruction and supervision.
• Setting up for surgery, x-rays, and medical procedures.
• Reception duties.
Self Employed Dog walker and Pet sitter – August 2018 – Present
• Walking and exercising up to 4 dogs at a time with variable sizes, breeds, and temperaments in all weather conditions. This included on and off lead, solo and group walks.
• Completing all administrative tasks, including accounts, invoicing, updating my social media profiles frequently, and scheduling my diary.
• Conducting introduction consultations with new potential clients.
• Socialising and walking dogs safely and matching them with suitable buddy’s to walk with when necessary.
• Observing physical and mental health of pets and informing clients if needed.
• Providing pet first aid and taking animals to the vets when necessary.
• Supporting in puppy training.
• Working with nervous and reactive animals to build their confidence.
• Providing positive training techniques.
• Administering medication to pets following owner’s instructions.
I have a strong passion for animals that has been evident since a young age. I completed a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Animal Management and have gained diverse experience within the industry, including roles in rescue work, dog walking, pet sitting, charitable organisations, and veterinary settings.
For nearly a year, I have been working as a Patient Care Assistant in a veterinary practice. This is where I’ve developed practical skills working with various species and temperaments.
In addition to my animal-related experience, I possess excellent customer service skills. I am confident in handling emails and phone communications and am proficient in using computer systems and Microsoft Office applications.
Animal First aid/CPR, Administer oral medication for dogs, Administer injected medication for dogs, Taking care of senior dogs/other animals, Taking care of special needs dogs/other animals, Providing daily exercise for high-energy dogs/other animals, Brushing teeth/fur
