Dorothy Strange
Baton Rouge
Summary
Skilled in managing and caring for a variety of animals with hands-on experience in monitoring animal health, administering medication, and maintaining cleanliness of animal habitats. Possess strong organizational skills to efficiently manage daily tasks and schedules. Demonstrated ability to work independently or as part of a team, ensuring optimal productivity and improved animal welfare standards. Successfully implemented practices that increased the overall well-being of animals under care, leading to healthier livestock and enhanced operational efficiency.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Stable hand
Gangi Inc.
Prairieville
03.2025 - Current
- Cared for horses
- Experience with foals
- Notified owners when needed
- Cleaned and maintained the organization of the facility
- Cared for various other animals (goats, cats, dogs)
Stable hand
Whitaker Farms
Baton Rouge
02.2025 - 06.2025
- Cared for boarded horses
- Cleaned and maintained the organization
- Notified owners when needed
- Interacted with horses daily
Stable hand
Purple Rein Farms LLC
St. Gabriel
05.2022 - 01.2025
- Cared for boarded horses and lesson horses daily
- Cleaned stalls and maintained the organization of the facility
- Notified owners when necessary
- Interacted with horses daily
- Cared for various other animals (pig, cow, cats, dogs)
- Experience with foals
Dog Sitter
N/A
Baton Rouge
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Provided in-home pet-sitting and pet-care services.
- Included check-ins, companionship, feeding, and walks.
- Provided attentive care for dogs, ensuring comfort and safety during visits.
- Managed feeding schedules, administering medications as directed by owners.
- Organized daily exercise routines, promoting physical health and happiness in pets.
- Communicated regularly with pet owners, updating them on their dog's well-being.
- Maintained clean living environments for dogs, including regular grooming and sanitation.
- Monitored behavior for signs of distress or illness, responding appropriately to needs.
- Ensured that each dog was provided with food, water, and rest as needed.
- Cared for pets during owners' absences.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Veterinary Medicine, Science and Technology Concentration
Louisiana State University (LSU)
Baton Rouge, LA05.2026
Graduated -
St. Joseph’s Academy
Baton Rouge, LA05.2022
Skills
- Animal care
- Effective communication
- Stable maintenance
- Turnout procedures
- Horse handling
- Stall cleaning
- Nutritious feeding
- Basic veterinary care
- Feeding management
- Hoof care
- Animal maintenance
- Laboratory experience
- Communication skills
- Animal handling
- Computer skills
- Organizational skills
- Pet care
- Veterinary experience
References
- Nikhol Kelley, Head Trainer of Purple Rein Farms LLC, (225) 620 - 2108, purplereinfarms@gmail.com
- Gay Whitaker, Owner of Whitaker Farms, (225) 936 - 8590, gaywhitaker@mail.com
- Joel Gangi, Owner of Gangi Inc., (225) 802 - 8895
Activities
- Member of the LSU equestrian team
- Active member of the Delta Zeta Sorority, Sigma chapter
- Member of the Southern Eventing and Dressage Association
- Member of the Jockey Club’s Thoroughbred Incentive Program
Languages
English
Professional
Affiliations
Volunteer, Humane Wildlife Control Solutions
Timeline
Stable hand
Gangi Inc.
03.2025 - Current
Stable hand
Whitaker Farms
02.2025 - 06.2025
Dog Sitter
N/A
05.2023 - 06.2023
Stable hand
Purple Rein Farms LLC
05.2022 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Veterinary Medicine, Science and Technology Concentration
Louisiana State University (LSU)
Graduated -
St. Joseph’s Academy