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Carly Underwood

Port Elgin,ON

Summary

I would like to work in the dog handling field-as my 10 year history with my own business has given me experience and empathy. I am willing to learn new skills for dog obedience training.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Dog Groomer

Self Employed Country S' Paw
06.2009 - 09.2019
  • Skillfully managed difficult pets using patience and expert handling techniques, ensuring a stress-free experience for both animals and their owners.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and hygienic work environment for optimal pet care and customer satisfaction.
  • Followed effective process for bathing and grooming dogs to remove dirt, loose hair, parasites, and hair mats.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust in the quality and consistency of grooming services provided.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing high-quality grooming services tailored to individual pet needs.
  • Prepared pets for grooming by conducting thorough assessments of their coat condition, overall health, and temperament, ensuring an appropriate and safe approach.
  • Educated clients on proper at-home pet care, strengthening their bond with their pets while promoting healthy habits between visits.
  • Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
  • Mastered time management skills to balance multiple appointments throughout the day while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
  • Carefully clipped nails and trimmed hair around pads and paws, using gentle approach for anxious pets.
  • Managed appointment scheduling efficiently, ensuring timely service delivery to maximize daily productivity.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns promptly and professionally to maintain a positive reputation.
  • Performed pet intake to gain necessary information concerning health, behaviors, potential allergies, and other details to provide complete records and methods of owner contact.
  • Kept up-to-date on industry trends and advances in grooming tools and products to provide top-notch services for all customers.
  • Fed, walked and bathed animals.
  • Consistently ensured accurate record-keeping of client information, bookings, payments, and special requests for seamless business operations.
  • Broadened clientele base through successful word-of-mouth referrals from satisfied customers.
  • Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
  • Swabbed ears to remove wax and dirt, removing extra hair to allow air to circulate freely and avoid infection.
  • Assisted in inventory management by tracking product usage and replenishing supplies as needed, maintaining optimal stock levels at all times.
  • Washed, trimmed, and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
  • Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.

Dog Groomer

Heather's Poodle Care
06.2003 - 05.2007
  • Delivered an outstanding customer experience by consistently meeting or exceeding expectations through high-quality grooming services.
  • Ensured the highest level of cleanliness within the salon by performing routine cleaning tasks and adhering to strict sanitation guidelines.
  • Assisted head groomer with handling various dog breeds, ensuring their safety and comfort during the grooming process.
  • Collaborated closely with other staff members to ensure seamless coordination of services for each pet.
  • Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
  • Managed inventory, ordered new supplies and maintained optimal storage to meet expected needs.
  • Washed, trimmed, and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.

Education

Dog Grooming - Professional Dog Groomer

A Royal Touch
Calgary, AB
06.2008

High School Diploma -

Saugeen District Secondary School
Port Elgin, ON
05.2003

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Pet grooming
  • Ear cleaning techniques
  • Paw pad care
  • Clipper proficiency
  • Scissor skills
  • Grooming best practices
  • Safe nail trimming
  • Pet waste removal
  • Professionalism and ethics
  • Safety procedures
  • Sanitation practices
  • Fur cutting techniques
  • Record keeping
  • Grooming and bathing
  • Dog breeds expertise

Timeline

Dog Groomer

Self Employed Country S' Paw
06.2009 - 09.2019

Dog Groomer

Heather's Poodle Care
06.2003 - 05.2007

Dog Grooming - Professional Dog Groomer

A Royal Touch

High School Diploma -

Saugeen District Secondary School
Carly Underwood