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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Bethany Richmond

Chester,Cheshire

Summary

A passionate and experienced animal care professional with a BSc in Zoology and extensive experience in animal behaviour, welfare, and training. Adept at managing teams, overseeing animal husbandry, enrichment programmes, and conducting behavioural assessments. Strong background in conservation efforts, hands-on experience with zoo environments, and a commitment to delivering the highest standards of animal care and public education. Skilled in coordinating training programmes, leading teams, and ensuring positive welfare for animals in professional settings.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Manager

Happy Hounds Training Academy Ltd
Moreton, Wirral
04.2021 - Current

• Led a team of animal care professionals, ensuring high standards of welfare, training, and behaviour management for up to 50 animals daily.

• Designed and implemented enrichment programmes tailored to individual animal needs, promoting positive behavioural outcomes.

• Conducted behavioural assessments and training sessions, applying evidence-based positive reinforcement methods.

• Monitored animal health, identified behavioural issues, and collaborated with veterinarians and specialists on intervention strategies.

• Delivered public education on animal welfare, training, and responsible care through client interactions and social media content.

• Managed daily operations, staffing, and training schedules to ensure seamless animal care and engagement.

Reception Manager

Happy Hounds Training Academy Ltd
Moreton , Wirral
10.2020 - 04.2021
  • Established a rapport with owners, offering behavioural/diet guidance & if required, break difficult news in a professional manner.
  • Diary management and handling paperwork. Inspecting booking forms and vaccination records in line with license conditions.
  • Liaising closely with the Managing Director & other team members, keeping them up to date with any behavioural or welfare concerns.
  • Carry out behavioural assessments on new dogs, adhering to company criteria and updating owners on their progress.

Daycare Assistant

Happy Hounds Training Academy Ltd
Moreton, Wirral
08.2020 - 10.2020
  • Overseeing the care of up to 50 dogs per day, ensuring enrichment and welfare needs are met to the highest standard.
  • Reading canine body language and monitoring behaviour, utilising management techniques to keep arousal levels at a minimum.
  • Contributing new enrichment ideas to Daycare and bringing a fresh approach to the dogs daily routine.
  • Using and promoting positive-based training methods during training sessions.

Restaurant Hostess

East Coast Concepts
Liverpool
08.2018 - 08.2020
  • Coordinated reservations and seating arrangements using Quadranet for optimal customer flow.
  • Capitalised on upsell opportunities on new and existing bookings.
  • Demonstrated polite and enthusiastic phone manner handle guest queries and bookings.
  • Created memorable customer experiences through attentive, responsive service.

Sales Assistant

River Island
Liverpool
06.2018 - 04.2019

Bartender

Wall of Fame
Liverpool
10.2017 - 02.2018

VIP hostess

Sugarhut
Liverpool
11.2016 - 04.2017

Tanning Salon Attendant

Indigo Sun
Chester, Cheshire
02.2015 - 09.2016

Waitress

Hosta Cafe
Ellesmere Port, Cheshire
02.2013 - 03.2015

Education

Bachelor of Science - Zoology

Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool
09.2015 - 06.2018

Extended Level 3 Diploma - Animal Management

Reaseheath College
Nantwich
09.2013 - 06.2015

High School Diploma - GCSE/AS Level

Bishops Blue Coat High School
Chester
09.2007 - 07.2013

Skills

Animal Welfare & Husbandry (Experience with diverse species, maintaining high standards of care)

Animal Training & Behaviour Modification (Positive reinforcement techniques, training plans, enrichment activities)

Conservation & Wildlife Experience (University projects, zoo placements, conservation outreach)

Leadership & Team Training (Managing staff, conducting briefings, developing training initiatives)

Health & Safety Compliance (Ensuring safe work environments, welfare standards, risk management)

Certification

  • Canine First Aid and Wellbeing by Rachel Bean RVN
  • Full, Clean UK driving license

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Senior Manager

Happy Hounds Training Academy Ltd
04.2021 - Current

Reception Manager

Happy Hounds Training Academy Ltd
10.2020 - 04.2021

Daycare Assistant

Happy Hounds Training Academy Ltd
08.2020 - 10.2020

Restaurant Hostess

East Coast Concepts
08.2018 - 08.2020

Sales Assistant

River Island
06.2018 - 04.2019

Bartender

Wall of Fame
10.2017 - 02.2018

VIP hostess

Sugarhut
11.2016 - 04.2017

Bachelor of Science - Zoology

Liverpool John Moores University
09.2015 - 06.2018

Tanning Salon Attendant

Indigo Sun
02.2015 - 09.2016

Extended Level 3 Diploma - Animal Management

Reaseheath College
09.2013 - 06.2015

Waitress

Hosta Cafe
02.2013 - 03.2015

High School Diploma - GCSE/AS Level

Bishops Blue Coat High School
09.2007 - 07.2013
Bethany Richmond