MATTHEW KETTENBACH
*** ***** ****** #***, *********, CA 92054 (H) 760-***-**** (C) 760-***-**** *********@*****.***
Professional Summary
Animal-loving TLC Giver with 4 years of working in shelters. Patient and personable Kennel Attendant
focused on developing and maintaining trusting relationships with shy, aggressive and withdrawn
animals. Meticulous Kennel Attendant excellent at juggling multiple tasks and working under pressure.
Skills
Canine Psychology Compassionate
Animal nutrition knowledge Dog Training
Dog training certification Obedience training
Animal grooming tools Responsible
Quality control Quality control
Responsible Canine Psychology
Positive reward based training
Compassionate
Pet grooming
Work History
Kennel tech
10/2015 to 9/2016
Animal keeper
155 Saxony rd.
Encinitas, ca 92024
Head TLC giver toward the dogs and cats 10/2013 to 04/2015
Alcala Pet Care – 1273 Crest Dr. Encinitas, 92024, Ca
Bathed, trimmed and provided other grooming services for domestic pets.
Relieved boredom and stress of living in a shelter environment by walking, playing and tending to
dogs. Recorded activity and noted any unusually behavior or medical issues.
Cleaned kennels, animal holding areas, examination and operating rooms, and animal
loading/unloading facilities.
Kennel Attendant, Front Desk Adoptions 08/2012 to 03/2013
Rancho Coastal Humane Society – 389 Requeza Street Encinitas, 92024, Ca
Developed dietary and nutritional plans to reach optimal weight, stimulate healing and increase
quality of life.
Trained and socialized puppies including housetraining and ending destructive behaviors.
Captured stray animals, provided housing and care of homeless animals and coordinated adoptions.
Bathed, trimmed and provided other grooming services for domestic pets.
Relieved boredom and stress of living in a shelter environment by walking, playing and tending to
dogs. Recorded activity and noted any unusual behavior or medical issues.
Cleaned kennels, animal holding areas, examination and operating rooms, and animal
loading/unloading facilities.
Inoculated animals against various diseases such as rabies and distemper.
Education
Electronic Medical Records Certificate Program 2009-2010 Medical Front Office Certificate Program Medical
Healthcare Essentials Certificate Program Medical Billing and Coding Certificate Program MS Office 2007/Basic
Certificate:
Vista Adult ROP School - Vista, Ca
Continuing education medical Administration
Associate Degree: Medical Administration 1999
Heald College - Fresno, CA
Medical Administration
Top 5% of class
Graduated Magna Cum Laude
Dean's List, 4 out of six semesters