Veenessa Tiqui
Barrie,Canada
Summary
Motivated animal care volunteer with hands-on experience at Furry Friends Cat Shelter and Barkaritaville Dog Daycare, providing daily care, monitoring behavior, and maintaining clean, safe environments. Has always been raised around animals, therefore being knowledgeable about their needs, demonstrating patience, empathy, and calm handling with a wide range of temperaments. Known for strong attention to detail and a commitment to helping animals in need, with long-term aspirations to become a veterinarian after post-secondary school.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Furry Friends Cat Shelter
Barrie, Canada
05.2023 - Current
- Maintaining a clean and organized environment for volunteers and cats to support comfortability and safety
- Administering cats' medications, food, water, etc. according to schedules and instructions
- Interaction and working with cats who demonstrate diverse temperaments, using appropriate handling techniques to reduce stress and build trust
- Monitoring cat behaviour for signs of distress, illness, contentment, or any changes, and reported concerns to other volunteers
- Collaborating with a team of volunteers to coordinate routine tasks and ensure consistent, high-quality animal care
Co-op Student
Barkaritaville Dog Daycare
Barrie, Canada
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Supervising and taking care of dogs when their owners are absent, ensuring comfort, safety, and positive social interaction
- Maintaining fresh water for all dogs throughout the day by regularly monitoring and refilling water bowls
- Maintaining a clean and sanitary environment for workers and dogs by promptly removing waste and disinfecting play areas
- Exercising dogs regularly through supervised play sessions to support their physical health and enrichment
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bio-Medical Science
University of Guelph
Guelph, ON04.2029
Ontario Secondary School Diploma -
Bear Creek Secondary School
Barrie, ON06.2025
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Responsibility and accountability
- Human and animal safety
- Problem solving
- Housekeeping management
- Effective communication
- Animal care expertise
- Time management strategies
- Patient handling techniques
Awards
- Grade 8 French Award
- Grade 9 Honour Roll
- Grade 10 Honour Roll
- Grade 11 Honour Roll
- Grade 12 Ontario Scholar
Timeline
Co-op Student
Barkaritaville Dog Daycare
09.2023 - 02.2024
Volunteer
Furry Friends Cat Shelter
05.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Bio-Medical Science
University of Guelph
Ontario Secondary School Diploma -
Bear Creek Secondary School