Janette Hernandez
Fort Collins
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Equine Science student with over 10 years of experience in animal care, including hands-on work with horses, cattle, and small ruminants. Skilled in animal handling, care, and reproduction, with additional experience as a receptionist in a small animal hospital and volunteer work with an equine veterinarian. Strong foundation in animal physiology, anatomy, and behavior, gained through academic coursework and practical experience. Eager to apply my knowledge and passion for animal welfare to support a veterinary team in a clinical setting.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Shadowing Student
Equine Veterinary
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Handled Studs, Mares and Foals
- observed mare palpation
- learned how to palpate a mare for pregnancy using a rectal pregnancy probe
- Handled studs for Semen collection
- handled mares with and without foals in and out of a chute for ultrasound examinations
Client Care Representative
West Ridge Animal Hospital
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Managed high call volume while maintaining a positive attitude and professional demeanor at all times.
- Interacted with team members across departments to research and resolve customer issues.
- Provided excellent customer service by following up with clients, mailing out important information and responding to incoming calls.
- Handled cash transactions and maintained sales and payments records accurately.
- Organized, maintained and updated information in computer databases.
Kennel Technician
Doggie Dude Ranch And O'Cat Corral
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Recorded dogs' intake and output, physical condition and behavior for updated kennel logs.
- Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards.
- Enhanced animal socialization skills through daily interaction and playtime activities.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of kennels, identifying potential hazards and taking corrective action as needed.
- Followed effective process for bathing and grooming dogs to remove dirt, loose hair, and hair mats.
- Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries, or potential diseases.
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Equine Science
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO05-2026
Skills
- livestock handling
- oral mediation administration
- Time Management
- Verbal Communication
- Credit Card Transaction Processing
- Customer Service
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Kennel Technician
Doggie Dude Ranch And O'Cat Corral
06.2024 - 08.2024
Shadowing Student
Equine Veterinary
05.2024 - 08.2024
Client Care Representative
West Ridge Animal Hospital
03.2023 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Equine Science
Colorado State University
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