Pet Sitter in Davis, California

Hi there my name is Daria. I love caring for others animals, and look forward to helping maintain the health of your pets and/or farm animals! I have cared for animals in research, zoo and pet settings and am hopeful to diversify my animal care skills, especially with horses and farm animals. Professional Experience: - Animal Care Technician at the Duke Lemur Center: Prepared individualized diets for 200 lemurs across 13 species each shift. Supported Primate Care staff with sanitation of animal enclosures by sweeping, hosing and watering animals. Maintained constant line of communication with professional staff to implement safe and appropriate husbandry techniques, such as shifting animals for cleaning and feeding. - Primate Husbandry Intern at Cincinnati Zoo: Prepared and issued specific diets to 10 gorillas, 30 bonobos and 20 other small primates to maintain animal health. Cleaned, sanitized and maintained animal enclosures and exhibit areas; managed physical and social needs of animals through enrichment programs and assisting with veterinary visit training. Assisted veterinarian with behavior observation, autopsies and laboratory sample collection for animals across the zoo. - Veterinary Assistant Intern at Willow Oak Veterinary Hospital: Restrained pets of all sizes and temperaments; ensured the comfort and cleanliness of hospitalized animals. Effectively communicated with veterinarians, vet techs and vet assistants to ensure high quality veterinary care was given to patients. Assisted vet techs in preparing surgical materials and equipment to keep operating room stocked and ready for surgery. Personal Experience: - Dog and cat owner for many years. I love caring for and playing with dogs and pets and enjoy learning new techniques to train pets. Please reach out with any questions!