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Sara Stienwand

Sara Stienwand

Sturgeon County,Alberta

Summary

I am a dedicated equine professional with extensive horse-handling experience with a strong passion for equine care. I am seeking a Veterinary Assistant position at Westhills Equine Veterinary Services. My eagerness to learn, apply my skills, complete upcoming specialized training, and maintain a calm, team-oriented mindset to deliver exceptional equine patient care and support emergency assistance for this role.

I am also interested in a position as an equine rehab therapist if available at the time of my potential start date.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Hotshot Subcontractor

Self Employed
11.2022 - Current
  • Operate a variety of pickup trucks and gooseneck trailers (20ft - 40ft long decks) to transport oilfield and construction supplies/equipment, demonstrating reliability and precision in high-pressure delivery schedules—skills transferable to clinic logistics and emergency support.
  • Maintained equipment and managed tight timelines, showcasing a strong work ethic adaptable to a fast-paced veterinary environment.
  • Complete daily pre/post trip inspections and minor fixes to ensure everything is in compliance.

Wrangler/Trainer

Flying U Ranch
05.2018 - 10.2018
  • Train young/new horses at a renowned free-riding ranch, preparing them for guest riders by ensuring they are comfortable and confident under saddle as well as their new space at the ranch and in the herd.
  • Designed and led introductory riding lessons for less experienced guests, honing client education skills critical for a veterinary assistant role.
  • Guided groups of up to 20 on trail rides across thousands of acres in the Caribou Hills, demonstrating leadership, horse management, and calm under pressure.
  • Applied basic first aid as needed for horses and humans, gaining minor equine first aid knowledge and a strong eagerness to expand skills in emergency care.
  • Created guest profiles based off weight, height, and skill level to match them up with a horse for the duration of their stay at the ranch.
  • Managed a herd of 100+ horses with the aid of other wranglers. We wrangled in the herd each morning to do check-ins, groom, tack up, and treat any horses.

Performance Horse Exerciser and Barn Management

Double H Arena
05.2014 - 09.2015
  • Aid in training and management of horses of varying temperaments, including team penning and cutting while expertly loading and hauling them for events.
  • Coordinate vet/farrier appointments and barn schedules, sharpening teamwork and organizational skills for a busy atmosphere.
  • Complete daily stable management tasks - maintaining a clean, safe, and informed working environment.
  • Manage and care for roping cattle, maintaining a feeding schedule, monitoring for ailments, administered medicine as needed. Handling cattle during doctoring or before practices/events in a low-stress manner, being sure not to overwork.
  • Exercise/warm up horses as needed at or in between events. Add outdoor miles and arena hours to 6-8 horses in training per day.

Barn Hand

Ross Creek Equestrian
02.2013 - 08.2014
  • Manage daily turnout/in for boarded horses while maintaining morning/evening feedings with client-requested supplementation, ensuring tailored equine care.
  • Perform daily barn and arena chores and management, keeping facilities in top condition for horse health and safety.
  • Schedule and aid farriers/vets during visits, supporting hoof care and minor medical procedures—a natural fit for assisting with routine diagnostics and neonatal care.

Education

Equine Massage Therapy & Vertebral Alignment

National School Of Equine Massage
Edmonton
08-2025

Business

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Edmonton, AB
04-2017

Western Ranch And Cow Horse

Lakeland College
Vermilion
04-2015

Skills

  • Extensive horse handling, training, and safe transport
  • Basic equine and human first aid with eagerness to learn more
  • Operation of trailers, tractors, and skid steers
  • Calm and effective in rapid, high-pressure settings
  • Client education and group leadership (trail rides, riding lessons)
  • Team collaboration and interpersonal communication
  • Basic hoof care and injury assessment

Languages

English

Timeline

Hotshot Subcontractor

Self Employed
11.2022 - Current

Wrangler/Trainer

Flying U Ranch
05.2018 - 10.2018

Performance Horse Exerciser and Barn Management

Double H Arena
05.2014 - 09.2015

Barn Hand

Ross Creek Equestrian
02.2013 - 08.2014

Equine Massage Therapy & Vertebral Alignment

National School Of Equine Massage

Business

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology

Western Ranch And Cow Horse

Lakeland College

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