Sarah Hill
Missoula
Summary
Detail-oriented dog groomer with strong skills in dog handling, grooming techniques, and customer relationship management. Committed to ensuring safety and cleanliness while fostering lasting connections with pet owners.
Dedicated dog groomer with experience in maintaining a clean and safe grooming environment. Proficient in effective communication with pet owners, ensuring their needs are met and fostering repeat business through strong customer relationships.
Enthusiastic dog groomer skilled in grooming techniques and safety protocols. Experienced in building relationships with clients and delivering high-quality grooming services, ready to contribute to a positive pet care experience.
Diligent and hardworking professional dedicated to giving optimal animal care and support. Builds positive relationships with owners and trust with animals. Knowledgeable about grooming, exercise and basic care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2021
2021
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Dog Groomer
Showcase Pet grooming LLC
Missoula
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted in bathing and drying dogs using appropriate grooming tools.
- Maintained cleanliness of grooming area and equipment for safety compliance.
- Provided basic nail trimming and ear cleaning services to pets.
- Communicated with pet owners about grooming needs and preferences.
- Learned proper techniques for brushing various dog breeds and coat types.
- Cleaned ears, trimmed nails, plucked hair from ear canals, and brushed teeth.
- Bathed and dried dogs of all sizes, breeds, and temperaments.
- Used scissors to trim fur around the face, feet, and tail area in accordance with breed standards or customer requests.
- Handled cash transactions accurately when accepting payment from customers.
- Ensured safety of animals at all times by following established safety protocols.
- Developed long-term relationships with clients and bonded with animals through regular contact.
- Supported animal health by keeping areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas by sanitizing equipment after each use.
- Cleaned and disinfected kennels and common areas to reduce spread of illness from infected animals.
- Developed positive relationships with clients to ensure repeat business opportunities.
- Kept detailed records of services performed for each animal client.
- Scheduled appointments for clients using online software programs.
- Advised customers on appropriate shampoos, conditioners, colognes, and other products for their pets' needs.
- Assisted grooming staff with nail clipping, blow-drying and combing during peak hours and holidays.
- Bathed large number of animals during each shift.
- Cared for pets during owners' absences.
- Attended training seminars or conferences related to pet care industry topics.
- Performed minor medical procedures such as gland expression and flea treatments.
Courtesy Clerk
Alberstons
Missoula
05.2022 - 11.2022
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries on store layout.
- Bagged groceries efficiently while ensuring proper handling of items.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in checkout lanes and store aisles.
Education
Hellgate High School
Missoula, MTSkills
- Dog handling
- Grooming techniques
- Safety protocols
- Customer relationship management
Timeline
Dog Groomer
Showcase Pet grooming LLC
05.2023 - Current
Courtesy Clerk
Alberstons
05.2022 - 11.2022
Hellgate High School