Christina Coughlin

Experience

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  Almost Plum Nearly Ranch

  Feb 2000 - now

  Operations Manager

  Assisting in operations of a No-Kill, Not for Profit Sanctuary for Poultry, Exotic Parrots.Duties include, but are not limited to:-Cage/pen cleaning and disinfecting-Animal feeding, food preparation-Wing, beak, nail trimming of parrots, poultry-Diet change of exotic birds, goats, horses, dogs and cats-Hoof trimming of goats-Basic care and handling of horses (grooming, feeding, handling, medicating)-Selecting the proper diet for each animal based on their stage of life and current condition-Basic grooming of dogs, cats (bathe, brush out and nail trimming) -Handling stressed, and potentially aggressive animals safely-Monitoring and administering treatment to ill animals.-Bottle raising kittens, puppies-Raising orphaned baby birds (Parrots, songbirds, poultry, pigeons).-Fundraising-Operating and managing a budget-Public education-Farm tours-Growing fresh produce to feed to the animals-Assisting in building aviaries, animal pens-Processing and approving adoption applications-Behavior assessments of animals before and after intake in the sanctuary-Behavior rehabilitation of goats, dogs, cats, parrots and poultry-Training small livestock to calmly accept examination and handling by a Veterinarian-Physical therapy with dogs, birds recovering from illness or injury Show less

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  CUPID Childcare

  May 2007 - Jul 2008

  Early Childhood Educator

  Cared for children 2-3 years of age.Job duties included:-Record keeping of daily activities of the kids-Activity planning (games, simple crafts)-Helping families transition toddlers into potty training-Meal preparation -Classroom cleaning (disinfecting toys, surfaces, mopping the floor, laundry)-Communication with parents about their child's day and any potential concerns

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  Paws to Play Dog Daycare

  Aug 2008 - May 2018

  Assistant Manager

  Assisting in the management of business operations including, but not limited to:-Staff training-Writing policy on pet care-Managing groups of 50+ off leash dogs from different living environments-Dog behavior assessments -Dog behavior modification -Care of dogs, cats, various species of exotic pets-Kennel cleaning -Laundry management (Isolation, surgery)-Kept supplies stocked and notified the appropriate person when supplies needed purchasing-Client communication -Maintaining client records-Created and transitioned the boarding kennel to a "paper light" system -Manage the business social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram)-Properly administering medication to pets (ointments, pills, liquids, injections)-Improve weight loss in obese pets-Reduce stress to boarding pets-Assist Pet Medical Center of Pasco staff with pet restraint for exams, blood draws.-Basic grooming of dogs (bath, thoroughly brush out, nail trimming)-Able to trim the nails of difficult dogs-Started "Pooch Pedicure Day" (monthly nail trim day with the option of having the dog's nails painted as well)-Reduced the amount of postage used by the business by notifying clients via email of health requirements, low pre-paid daycare time-Assisted and lead canine behavior modification classes-Guided pet owners through the process of teaching their dogs basic to advanced obedience-Used positive reinforcement to help dogs and their owners learn how to communicate with each other -Introduced previously dog reactive dogs to a group or individual dog safely -Helped clients work through difficult behavior with their dogs (example: resource guarding, reactivity towards others dogs, fence fighting, pulling on leash, etc.-Trained and socialized dogs in Pet Medical Center of Pasco's pet adoption program Show less

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  Beaver Bark Gift and Garden Center

  May 2018 - now

  Plant Waterer

  Watering plants and trees for sale in the plant nursery

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  Advantage Dog Training

  Jun 2018 - now

  Company Owner

  -Manage the website, social media accounts-Appointment scheduling-Budget management-Client communication-Educating clients on proper behavior management of their dogs-Helping clients improve the behavior of their dogs via phone, email and in person consultations

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  Pet OverPopulation Prevention POPP

  Oct 2018 - now

  Client care, appointment scheduling, billing, communications, and more.

  • Front Desk Coordinator

    Sept 2023 - now

  • Front Desk Coordinator

    Aug 2023 - now

  • Veterinary Assistant

    Sept 2020 - now

  • Office Manager

    Oct 2018 - Aug 2020