Diana Yurchenko
Winnipeg,MB
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Animal Shelter Volunteer
Devon Rex Cattery
04.2022 - 12.2023
- Cleaned and sanitized cages and living areas to promote health and wellbeing.
- Kept animals healthy and socialized by providing regular exercises and walks.
- Provided companionship and comfort to animals in need of extra love and attention.
- Improved animal well-being by providing daily care, including feeding, grooming, and exercising.
- Increased animal socialization by engaging in regular playtime sessions with both dogs and cats at the shelter.
- Assisted in the successful adoption of animals by maintaining clean and inviting living spaces for potential adopters to visit.
- Contributed to a positive shelter environment with thorough cleaning and sanitation of animal enclosures.
- Ensured a safe environment for volunteers by following established protocols regarding animal handling and safety measures.
- Cared for over Number animals by feeding and bathing, taking dogs for walks, cleaning litter boxes, and supervising playtime.
- Promoted positive relationships between shelter animals and visitors by supervising interactions in designated areas to foster potential adoptions.
- Monitored health of animals, reporting any issues to shelter staff for resolution.
- Provided excellent customer service to visitors, promptly answering questions to enhance satisfaction.
- Helped with intake of newly surrendered animals, providing food, water and medical attention.
- Maintained detailed records of animal care and feeding schedules to track animal care and history.
- Participated in fundraising events aimed at generating support for the ongoing operations of the animal shelter facility.
- Enhanced community awareness of shelter programs and events through active participation in outreach activities.
- Collaborated with shelter staff to develop new initiatives to improve animals' quality of life.
- Assisted veterinarians during medical examinations and routine procedures, contributing to the overall health and well-being of shelter animals.
- Facilitated successful adoptions by accurately assessing potential adopters'' needs and matching them with suitable companion animals from the shelter population.
- Provided attentive care to animals during transport between facilities or adoption events, ensuring their safety and comfort during transitions.
- Bathed animals and performed related animal grooming and care in preparation for adoption events.
- Provided humane care of domestic and wild animals.
- Participated in educational programs to raise awareness of animal welfare issues.
- Attended community events to promote pet adoption and responsible pet ownership.
- Collaborated with staff members to implement behavioral modification plans for dogs with specific needs, resulting in improved behavior and increased chances of successful adoptions.
- Aided in the reunification process for lost pets by scanning microchips and researching owner information on appropriate databases.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill shelter animals, offering comfort and dignity during their final moments.
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
- Educated visitors and staff on proper animal care and handling.
- Administered first aid to animals in need of medical attention.
- Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
- Kept animal coats clean and healthy with regular washing, grooming, and trimming.
- Documented animals' weight, size and condition in computer system for review by senior staff.
- Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
- Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness, or injury and communicated concerns to owners.
- Reset procedure rooms between appointments and disinfected equipment.
- Developed and implemented enrichment plans to keep animals healthy and stimulated.
- Consulted with veterinarians to diagnose problems and administered prescribed treatments.
- Trained animals in behavioral compliance or other special routines or commands.
Timeline
Animal Shelter Volunteer
Devon Rex Cattery
04.2022 - 12.2023
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