SHANNON DOBSON
Gloucester
Summary
A dedicated, hard-working individual, appraised for my organisation and observational skills. Holding vast amounts of experience in customer service, over the phone and face to face, as well as animal handling skills providing respect and empathy to all clients. A tidy, approachable, and passionate individual always aiming to please and will go above and beyond to complete all tasks. My passion lies with animals and educating owners on animal welfare and health, therefore seeking a job where I can put these skills into place and continue my career within the animal industry. In 2022, I graduated from university with a 2:1 in Animal Behaviour and Welfare.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2020
2020
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Dog walker Assistant
09.2025 - 12.2025
Full time Animal Care Assistant
RSPCA Gonsal Farm Animal Centre
08.2024 - 07.2025
Full time Veterinary Care Assistant
Clockhouse Veterinary Hospital
12.2022 - 07.2024
Part-time receptionist
Clockhouse Veterinary Hospital
02.2022 - 12.2022
Part time helper whilst at University
Bead Spider
04.2020 - 02.2022
Part time FOH
The Exmouth Arms Pub
08.2020 - 12.2021
Full time FOH
Delta Marriot Chase Hotel
12.2019 - 08.2020
Full time Kennel Assistant
BJ Kennels and Cattery
04.2019 - 11.2019
Henley Bank Kennels and Cattery
02.2016 - 04.2019
- Started part-time whilst at college before being promoted to full-time.
Education
GCSE Grades - English Language/Literature, Maths, Creative Imedia, Child Development
Churchdown Academy
Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma and Level 3 Diploma - Animal Management
Hartpury College
01.2015 - 01.2017
BSc (Hons) - Animal Behaviour and Welfare
Hartpury University
01.2019 - 01.2022
Pet First Aid (Advanced) - undefined
Online Course
Level 1 CPD Award in Veterinary Reception - undefined
Online Course
Diploma in Canine Communication - undefined
Online Course
Level 4 Advanced Canine Behaviour - undefined
Online Course
Skills
- Pet First Aid
- Canine Behaviour and Welfare
- Positive Reinforcement Training
- Customer service/Public Education
- Individual working and team working
Work Experience
Work Experience during school/college includes a Dog Groomers, Cotswold farm park, and Cheltenham Animal Shelter where experience, knowledge, and handling skills were gained.
Timeline
Dog walker Assistant
09.2025 - 12.2025
Full time Animal Care Assistant
RSPCA Gonsal Farm Animal Centre
08.2024 - 07.2025
Full time Veterinary Care Assistant
Clockhouse Veterinary Hospital
12.2022 - 07.2024
Part-time receptionist
Clockhouse Veterinary Hospital
02.2022 - 12.2022
Part time FOH
The Exmouth Arms Pub
08.2020 - 12.2021
Part time helper whilst at University
Bead Spider
04.2020 - 02.2022
Full time FOH
Delta Marriot Chase Hotel
12.2019 - 08.2020
Full time Kennel Assistant
BJ Kennels and Cattery
04.2019 - 11.2019
BSc (Hons) - Animal Behaviour and Welfare
Hartpury University
01.2019 - 01.2022
Henley Bank Kennels and Cattery
02.2016 - 04.2019
Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma and Level 3 Diploma - Animal Management
Hartpury College
01.2015 - 01.2017
Pet First Aid (Advanced) - undefined
Online Course
Level 1 CPD Award in Veterinary Reception - undefined
Online Course
Diploma in Canine Communication - undefined
Online Course
Level 4 Advanced Canine Behaviour - undefined
Online Course
GCSE Grades - English Language/Literature, Maths, Creative Imedia, Child Development
Churchdown Academy