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Amy Fearnley

Normanby,New Zealand

Summary

I am a very passionate m individual who has determination to learn and become knowledgeable. I would very much be an enthusiastic addition to the team with a very engaging personality, im not afraid to get my hands dirty, stuck into hard work and long hours. My hobbies are hunting with my dogs , chasing pigs, Horse trekking and spending time with my new baby her name is Harper reign..

throughout my entire working career dog grooming has always been in the picture.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Dairy farm assistant

Aritiki farms
Aria, New Zealand
09.2020 - 01.2021
  • Plate meter, DMS (residuals, hectares per day, scc, litres per day ect)
  • Shifting cows on very hilling country (at some points had to use horse and dogs)
  • Crosses cows on the roads
  • Working extremely long hours
  • Treating cows
  • Spotting lame and mastitis cows
  • Alot of break fencing (as an all pasture farm with large paddocks)
  • Bagging down cows
  • Plant washes and shed set ups
  • Spotting lames
  • Shed hygiene
  • Calf rearing and collecting calves
  • Drenching dry stock
  • Fencing experience
  • Batten fencing
  • Tying of wire
  • Putting posts in
  • Digging post holes
  • Calf rearing.

Dairy farm Assistant

Armstrong farms
Omata, New Zealand
05.2020 - 09.2020
  • Examined animals to detect illnesses, injuries or disease, as well as monitor both anticipated and undesirable physical changes
  • Fed, watered and monitored animals to keep all stock in peak health and optimal reproductive status
  • Maintained and repaired farming equipment to provide consistent usability, prime operational condition and alleviate downtime
  • Repaired buildings, fences and other pertinent structures to keep animals properly contained
  • Patrolled holding habitats and grazing areas to monitor animal safety and make timely repairs to equipment, gates and pens
  • Identified pests, weeds and plants to determine appropriate selection of pesticides and fertilizers
  • Milked cows daily, investigating machine issues.

Professional Dog Groomer

The Groom Room
New Plymouth
08.2017 - 08.2019
  • Maintained a clean and hygienic work environment, adhering to strict sanitation protocols for the safety of pets and staff.
  • Managed client records accurately and confidentially, ensuring all essential information was readily available for future appointments.
  • Handled dogs of all sizes and temperaments calmly, ensuring minimal stress throughout the grooming process.
  • Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail when trimming nails, cleaning ears, expressing glands, and performing other essential grooming tasks, all over body grooming to all breed standards

Pet dog school

Pet dog school
Whanganui, New Zealand
02.2019 - 08.2019

Dog groomer and handler

* Cleaned and disinfected kennels and common areas to reduce spread of illness from infected animals.

* Consulted with owners and made recommendations on individual grooming needs of pets.

* Checked animals for injury and illness.

* Washed, groomed and trimmed each animal to enhance coat health.

* Laundered soiled animal bedding immediately to reduce infection using appropriate chemicals.

* Calculated payments by keeping accurate daily log of time spent with dogs, detailing activities and services provided.

* Observed animals and conducted examinations to identify signs of injury, illness or disease.

* Consulted with clients about desired cuts and styles for individual animals.

* Pitched in with laundry duties, including washing, drying and folding towels during busy periods, ensuring consistent workflow.

* Refilled shampoo bottles, sanitized clippers, combs and brushes and placed clean towels at each station following shift completion.

* Brushed coat, cut nails and cleaned ears to promote animal health and wellness.

* Maintained clean and orderly play yards, kennels and cages.

* Adhered to all pet care plans, medication requirements and dietary restrictions while providing care. * Grooming to a master groomer level

* •taking bookings and making appointments on computer and in book

* •advicing clientele

* •be able to handle large groups of dogs and control the energy

Education

Hawera high school
Hawera, New Zealand
01.2017

Skills

  • Knowledge of milking process
  • Understanding of animal welfare
  • Safety practices
  • Data management
  • Time management
  • Heavy lifting
  • Dairy farming
  • Animal health understanding
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Work ethic
  • Organizational skills
  • Hunting
  • Horse riding

References

Referees available on request.

Timeline

Dairy farm assistant

Aritiki farms
09.2020 - 01.2021

Dairy farm Assistant

Armstrong farms
05.2020 - 09.2020

Pet dog school

Pet dog school
02.2019 - 08.2019

Professional Dog Groomer

The Groom Room
08.2017 - 08.2019

Hawera high school
Amy Fearnley