Tina Gruenloh
Fort Collins
Summary
Accomplished Professional Pet Stylist with many years of progressive pet care experience as practitioner and leader. Hands-on expert at delivering styles and grooms that delight clients and fits pets perfectly. Known in animal-care professional community and committed to best practices to boost revenue opportunities among pet services clientele.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1997
1997
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Professional Pet Stylist
Doggy Stylez by Tina @ Furtastic pet grooming
Lakewood
09.2009 - 11.2021
Dog Bather/Dog Groomer
PetSmart Charities
Littleton
09.2007 - 10.2009
- Bathed and groomed dogs of various breeds and sizes efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the grooming area throughout the day.
- Provided excellent customer service to pet owners during grooming appointments.
- Monitored dog behavior to ensure safety and comfort during bathing sessions.
- Utilized specialized grooming tools and equipment for effective cleaning processes.
- Communicated with pet owners about grooming needs and care recommendations.
- Ensured compliance with PetSmart Charities' health and safety standards consistently.
- Maintained cleanliness of the facility at all times.
- Assisted in bathing dogs that were difficult to handle or had special needs.
- Scrubbed, shampooed, and conditioned dogs of all sizes and breeds.
- Checked for any skin issues such as sores, cuts, or ticks on the animal's body prior to bathing them.
- Provided nail trims and ear cleaning as requested by the customer.
- Brushed out mats from fur coats using proper techniques.
- Refilled shampoo bottles, sanitized clippers, combs, and brushes, and placed clean towels at each station following shift completion.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed throughout the grooming process.
- Monitored animals for signs of distress or discomfort during bath time.
- Assisted grooming staff with nail clipping, blow-drying and combing during peak hours and holidays.
- Greeted customers warmly upon arrival.
- Maintained a friendly atmosphere in order to provide a comfortable experience for both customers and their pets.
- Evaluated customer's instructions for grooming their pet accurately.
- Kept dogs safe by remaining alert to environmental conditions and nearby animals.
- Cleaned and disinfected kennels and common areas to reduce spread of illness from infected animals.
- Notified owners when an issue was found with their pet's health or condition during a grooming session.
- Provided advice on proper maintenance of pet's coat between groomings.
- Developed long-term relationships with clients and bonded with animals through regular contact.
- Removed waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas and placed in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
- Supported animal health by keeping areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.
- Created consistent workflows by assisting with washing, drying and folding duties.
- Cared for pets during owners' absences.
- Inspected tools and equipment before use to ensure they are safe for use on animals.
- Assisted with grooming tasks such as bathing, brushing, and nail trimming.
- Used clippers and scissors to style dog fur according to breed standards.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized grooming area for safety.
- Communicated with pet owners about grooming services and care tips.
- Learned grooming techniques through observation and hands-on practice in the salon.
- Cleaned ears, trimmed nails, plucked hair from ear canals, and brushed teeth.
- Bathed and dried dogs of all sizes, breeds, and temperaments.
- Used scissors to trim fur around the face, feet, and tail area in accordance with breed standards or customer requests.
- Developed positive relationships with clients to ensure repeat business opportunities.
- Delivered excellent service to pet owners to drive repeat business.
- Assisted in resolving any customer complaints or concerns efficiently and professionally.
Education
Arapahoe Community College
Littleton , CoSkills
- Breed grooming standards
- Canine health evaluation
- Grooming tools maintenance
- Specialized clipping techniques
- Pet safety protocols
- Client relationship management
- Time management
- Appointment scheduling
- Hygiene compliance
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Customer service
- Conflict resolution
- Attention to detail
- Continuing education commitment
- Nail trimming
- Feline grooming proficiency
- Specialty breed knowledge
- Brushing and combing techniques
- Patience and empathy
- Grooming technique mastery
- Teeth brushing expertise
- Clipper skillfulness
- Advanced scissoring skills
- Animal behavior assessment
- Skin and coat care
- Sanitary area maintenance
- Pet safety
- Appointment scheduling efficiency
- Professionalism and ethics
- Ear cleaning techniques
- Animal handling expertise
- Paw pad care
- Sanitation procedures
- Styling expertise
- Scissor skills
- Canine behavior
- Teeth brushing
- Clipper skills
- De-matting techniques
- Animal handling
- Ear cleaning
- Animal behavior education
- Relationship building
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organizational skills
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Set appointments
- Manage schedules
- Facilities maintenance
- Time management abilities
- Cage Cleaning
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Professional Pet Stylist
Doggy Stylez by Tina @ Furtastic pet grooming
09.2009 - 11.2021
Dog Bather/Dog Groomer
PetSmart Charities
09.2007 - 10.2009
Arapahoe Community College