Rebecca Brydon
Belle River
Summary
Dynamic animal care professional with extensive experience at the Windsor/Essex County Humane Society, skilled in animal management and customer service. Proven ability to enhance animal well-being through tailored exercise and enrichment programs. Strong collaboration and communication skills ensure effective teamwork in high-volume environments. Committed to promoting a safe and healthy atmosphere for all animals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Animal Caretaker
Windsor/Essex County Humane Society
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Cleaned and maintained enclosures, cages, or habitats to ensure cleanliness and hygiene
- Assisted the organization with managing the large volume of animals by ensuring that animals are appropriately housed, factoring in species, size, temperament, and medical needs
- Designed and implemented exercise routines and enrichment activities to keep animals mentally and physically stimulated
- Regularly evaluated animal's physical and emotional well-being, and took appropriate action to address concerns
- Provided animals with appropriate and balanced diets based on their species, age, and individual needs
Dog Coach
Camp Canine Inc.
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Observed the dogs' body language throughout daycare and responded quickly to any issues between dogs to ensure the safety of dogs during daycare play
- Cleaned and disinfected the daycare areas to maintain a healthy environment
- Answered client and public inquiries via phone
- Handled appointment scheduling, check-outs, and other administrative tasks
Animal Care Worker
Toronto Humane Society
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Maintained a safe and healthy environment to promote the well-being of animals
- Assisted the organization with managing the large volume of animals by working closely with colleagues to ensure effective communication and coordinated efforts in animal care
- Prepared and administered various foods based on unique dietary needs
- Enriched animals' lives by ensuring exercise, social and comfort needs are met
- Janitorial experience
Parks Summer Student - Full Time
Town of Tecumseh
05.2022 - 08.2022
- General park maintenance including garbage collection, grass cutting, and trimming
- Assisted with setting up/tear down of events
- Landscape maintenance including mulching, weeding, and trimming of trees and shrubs
- Park equipment operation including a truck with trailer, RTVs, and zero-turn mower
Animal Care Aide
Emeryville Animal Hospital
12.2018 - 08.2021
- Assisted veterinarians with appointments
- Janitorial experience
- Customer service experience including assisting owners
- Responsible for opening/closing duties
- Significant experience working with animals and their owners
Education
HBSc - Animal Physiology Major, Environmental Studies, Environmental Biology Double Minor
University of Toronto
01.2026
High School/I.B. Diploma -
L'Essor High School
06.2021
Skills
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
- Dedicated work ethic, and very responsible
- Biodiversity conservation
- Customer-Centric Service
- Critical thinking and analytical skills
- Project management
- Environmental inspections
- Data Analysis Reporting
Extracurricular Learning
- Chimpanzee Behavior and Conservation, Duke University, 05/24
- Animal Behaviour and Welfare, University of Edinburgh, 10/23
- Learning for a Sustainable Future, University of Edinburgh, 11/23
- Fear Free Shelters Program Core Modules, Fear Free Shelter, 10/22
Awards
- 2021 UofT Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering Admissions Scholarship
- 2021 UofT Dean's Merit Award
- 2021 Municipal Engineers Association Top Bursary Recipient
Volunteer Experience
- Community & Outreach Coordinator, The PEARS Project, 04/22, 07/23, Responsible for email correspondence, Managed various networking initiatives for potential collaborations, additional funding, partnerships, etc.
- Co-President, The SAGA Branch of the PEARS Project, 06/22, 07/23, Oversaw the operations, management, and success of the group, Spokesperson for the group, Held signing officer authority, Presided over meetings, Approved media and marketing content, Assumed duties of any executive team member in their absence
- Volunteer, Emeryville Animal Hospital, 02/16, 11/18, Janitorial work, Helped care for animals, Assisted Animal Care Aides
Activities
- The PEARS Project, General Member
- University of Toronto Aerospace Team - Rocketry Division (1 year)
- High School Robotics team, Softball team, and Environment Club
- Piano (9 years)
- School Basketball, Volleyball, Track and Field, Hockey, Theater
- Belle River Canadians / Lakeshore Lightning Hockey (10 years)
- Belle River Braves Minor Baseball (6 years)
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Dog Coach
Camp Canine Inc.
10.2023 - 04.2024
Animal Caretaker
Windsor/Essex County Humane Society
05.2023 - 08.2024
Animal Care Worker
Toronto Humane Society
09.2022 - 04.2023
Parks Summer Student - Full Time
Town of Tecumseh
05.2022 - 08.2022
Animal Care Aide
Emeryville Animal Hospital
12.2018 - 08.2021
HBSc - Animal Physiology Major, Environmental Studies, Environmental Biology Double Minor
University of Toronto
High School/I.B. Diploma -
L'Essor High School
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