Leslie Krieger Email & Phone Number

Hailey, Id, Us

Ketchum, Idaho, United States

Perform diagnostic tests, including radiographs and fluid analysis.Administer vaccinations and medications to dogs and cats of varying sizes and strengths.Prepare surgical packs and drapes for use in sterile environments.Scrub in to support the veterinarian during various surgeries (TPLO, mass removal, CDO, etc.).Interact with clients regarding animal health, questions, treatment protocols, and post-op care.Monitor patients under anesthesia, and make changes to O2 and Isoflurane levels, give manual breaths, adjust fluid rates as necessaryUtilize Cornerstone as practice management software.

Ketchum, Idaho, United States

Assist with surgical prep, anesthesia administration, monitoring, and post-surgical recovery.Monitor and provide treatments to current in-patients including IV/Sub-Q fluids, medications, IM/Sub-Q injections.Prep exam room and perform initial physical examinations of patients including cats, dogs (all sizes), and small animals.Collect blood and urine samples, run in-house laboratory tests, and properly label and send out laboratory tests.Answer calls, schedule appointments appropriately (i.e., in accordance with doctor availability and priority), and create medical records.Utilize Idexx Neo as practice management software.

Hailey, Idaho

Dog Obedience Trainer: November 2020-March 2021:Work with 5-8 dog owners weekly in a 6-8 week series for basic dog and puppy obedience utilizing positive reinforcement techniques.Educate clients about at-home practices to strengthen and reinforce positive behaviors.Behavior Team Associate and Feline Behavior Specialist: April 2019-November 2020:Duties listed below in addition to:Assess cats upon intake after acclimation period and place on a behavior modification program (as needed) for specific needs such as fearful, fractious, high arousal/energy, desensitization and counterconditioning to handling using fear-free techniques and clicker training.Took part in the Greater Good's Jackson Galaxy's "Cat Pawsitive" and "Cat Pawsitive Pro" grant programs which utilize clicker training to teach "tricks" to cats to further enrich their stay and enhance adoptability Modified the "Cat Pawsitive" program to be a long-term programBehavior Specialist: November 2018-April 2019:Assist the Director of Animal Care Operations with updating policies to conform with animal sheltering best practices.Place dogs on and perform behavior modification programs for specific behavioral needs such as resource guarding, dog reactivity & selectivity, desensitization and counterconditioning to handling, basic obedience, etc. using positive reinforcement, force-free, clicker training techniques.Provide enrichment for all animals including dogs, cats, and small mammals.Train staff and volunteers on basic animal handling and body language.CPDT-KA (2196210)Animal Care Operations Manager: March 2018-November 2018:Manage the daily dog kennel and cat area routines included daily enrichments and/or training/behavior modification.Management of Animal Care employees: coordinate schedules, manage PTO, delegate assignments and extra work.Treat all animals humanely, with compassion and concern, both on and off the job and transmit these values to others.

Pullman, Wa

Provided positive leadership for the efficient and smooth functioning of all shelter operations in accordance with established policies and procedures, city ordinances, state and federal laws and regulations.In concert with the Board of Directors continued the development and improvement of WCHS policies and procedures.Trained, supervised, and evaluated staff and made recommendations for promotion/termination to the Board of Directors. Scheduled staff to ensure the facility was properly staffed to provide proper care and maintenance.Completed daily animal care tasks in addition to counseling for adoptions, intakes, post-adoption supportHandled guest complaints with compassionAssist DVM with medical examinations including humane restraint, assisting with vaccinations, implanting microchips, drawing blood, etc.

Bellevue, Wa

Worked with the public to match the appropriate animal to the interested applicant. Educated and assisted each applicant on each animal’s specific needs as well as home tips to ensure a successful placement.In concert with the Adoptions Manager and Pet Store Managers, ensured proper maintenance on the mobile adoption unit and adoption locations.Created the position with the Adoptions Manager and Shelter Director and helped lay the framework to create a larger off-site program