Spirited Dog Walker with hands-on experience walking dogs, providing ample time for restroom breaks and exercise. Driven to customize walks and services to meet clients' expectations and needs. High-energy with outstanding stamina needed to work with various types of dogs over long periods. Known for arriving early and ready to work. And give your fur babies all the TLC they need daily!
Hi, I’m
Megan Smith
London
Summary
Overview
30
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Self
Professional Dog Walker & Vet Assistant
01.1994 - Current
Job overview
- Followed optimal schedules for animals as set by owners or supervisors.
- Led dogs away from hazards, obstacles, and other animals to protect safety.
- Developed strong personal relationships and trust with dogs through vocal affirmations, petting, and pre-approved treats.
- Fed, walked, and cared for dogs during owners' absences and out-of-town trips.
- Secured dog collars and tags before starting walks to guarantee identification in emergencies.
- Provided dog with water for adequate hydration on longer walks.
- Made owners comfortable with care by following instructions and meeting dog needs.
- Kept records of all activities to keep owners fully informed on pet exercise and training progress.
- Provided dogs with exercise and fresh air to promote dog health.
Education
UnisaSouth Africa
from Cognitive Psychology
08.2019
University Overview
I have a psychology and a teaching degree as well as a vet assistant qualification.
Skills
- Day treatment professional
- Professional telephone voice
- Global Travel Professional
- Professional networking
- Dog skin conditions
- Records management professional
- Professional caregiver
- Professional development training
- Psychology
- Training and teaching
- Building professional relationships
- Records maintenance professional
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Professional bedside manner
- Class A Professional Pet Groomer
- Veterinary Support
- Professional nanny
- Professional relationships
- General contracting professional
- Professional writing
- Vetting and due diligence
Affiliations
Affiliations
BABCP, ALLIED THERAPISTS BOARD, Masters in TEFOL
Certification
Dog care, Training, nutrition and first aid.
Psychotherapy.
Masters in TEFOL
Supervision
Life Coach
Volunteer at RSPCA, love music, yoga
Volunteer at RSPCA, love music, yoga
I volunteer weekly at the RSPCA, music keeps me smiling and Yoga keeps me sane;)
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Afrikaans
Advanced (C1)
Availability
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Available
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Don’t believe everything you think.
Timeline
Professional Dog Walker & Vet Assistant
Self
01.1994 - Current
Unisa
from Cognitive Psychology
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